South Africa Adventure Tourism Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2033
South Africa Adventure Tourism Market Insights
- Deep Market Insights analysis indicates that the South Africa Adventure Tourism Market size, valued at USD 3001.24 Million in 2024, is expected to expand to USD 9612.58 Million by 2033.
- The South Africa market is forecasted to expand at a CAGR of 13.93% spanning 2025–2033.
- Trekking & mountaineering held the leading position among Activity segments in 2024, based on market size.
- Water adventures (diving, rafting) is projected to post the fastest growth rate, sustaining its position as the most attractive Activity segment during the forecast horizon.
![South Africa Adventure Tourism Market Share & Growth Report By [2033]](https://deepmarketinsights.com/uploads/charts/south-africa-adventure-tourism-market-south-africa-activity-19248.png)
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Other Key Findings
- In 2024, South Africa accounted for 0.71% of the global Adventure Tourism Market size.
- By 2033, United States is expected to lead the global Adventure Tourism Market in terms of market size.
- Within Middle East and Africa, United Arab Emirates is projected to dominate the regional Adventure Tourism Market size by 2033.
- Saudi Arabia is identified as the fastest-growing market in Middle East and Africa, anticipated to reach USD 20648.55 Million by 2033.
Report Summary
| Report Scope | Details |
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| Base Year for Study | 2024 |
| Study Period | 2021-2033 |
| Historical Period | 2021-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
| Market Size In 2024 | USD 3001.24 Million |
| Market Size In 2033 | USD 9612.58 Million |
| Largest segment | Trekking & mountaineering |
| Units | Revenue in USD Million |
| CAGR | 13.93% (2025-2033) |
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| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends |
South Africa Adventure Tourism Market Activity 2025-2033 (USD Million)
| Activity | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trekking & mountaineering | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 1621.87 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Water adventures (diving, rafting) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Extreme sports (bungee, skydiving) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
South Africa Adventure Tourism Market Offering 2025-2033 (USD Million)
| Offering | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided packages | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 1599.06 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Self-guided | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Day & short excursions | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
South Africa Adventure Tourism Market Traveller profile 2025-2033 (USD Million)
| Traveller profile | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials & Gen Z | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 1394.08 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Family groups | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Mature adventure tourists | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.