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Far & Wild Joins IGLTA: Committing to Inclusive LGBTQ+ Travel Worldwide

Laura shares why LGBTQ+ inclusion matters, what we’re doing to support our clients year-round.

Laura
Laura
Communications & Operations Director
Published on
16 Jun 2025
Updated on
22 Sept 2025
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Why LGBTQ+ Inclusive Travel Matters

Travel has always been about more than just the places you go. It’s about how those places – and the experiences you have there – make you feel. I’ve been lucky enough to feel incredibly welcome in all of the countries I’ve visited so far. But the reality is, not everyone gets that privilege.

That’s why, for me, it’s so important that Far & Wild supports our LGBTQ+ clients in real, tangible ways, not just by saying the right things in the right month, but by backing them up with meaningful action year-round.

Joining IGLTA: A Public Commitment to Inclusion

This Pride, I’m genuinely proud to share that Far & Wild has officially become a member of IGLTA – the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association. As the world’s leading network of LGBTQ+ welcoming tourism businesses, IGLTA reflects something Far & Wild has always believed: that inclusive, ethical travel builds understanding, broadens horizons, and brings people closer together. It also holds us visibly accountable, ensuring we’re not just talking about being welcoming, but building it into every part of how we work, inside and out.

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Santiago Pride, Chile
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Thailand Pride

Making Inclusion a Daily Practice at Far & Wild

Far & Wild’s goal has always been to create special holidays – journeys that connect you with the world in ways that feel personal and powerful. But we also recognise that not everyone has felt safe or welcome in every corner of the world, or even in their own country, and we want to play a small part in changing that.

As a business, we’ve been working to take practical steps to be more thoughtful in how we communicate with each other and with our clients. We’re using more inclusive language, making space in our booking process for preferred names and pronouns, and training our team to be more confident when it comes to talking about gender identity and relationships.

We’re also thinking more carefully about the stories we tell, ensuring our marketing reflects a more diverse mix of clients and spotlighting destinations and properties that are genuinely welcoming.

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Metro Manila Pride, Philippines
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Tokyo Pride, Japan

South Africa: A Leading LGBTQ+ Destination in Africa

One of those destinations is South Africa – one of the most progressive countries in Africa when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights. It was the first in the world to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation in its constitution, and the first in Africa to legalise same-sex marriage. Cities like Cape Town are celebrated not only for their natural beauty and rich culture, but also for being especially safe and inclusive.

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Cape of Good Hope, Cape Peninsular, South Africa
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Milnerton Beach, South Africa

The Liz McGrath Collection: South African Hospitality at Its Most Welcoming

The Liz McGrath Collection of hotels in South Africa – which includes The Cellars-Hohenort in Cape Town, The Marine in Hermanus, and The Plettenberg Hotel in Plettenberg Bay – truly embodies this spirit. As fellow IGLTA members, their properties go beyond luxury, offering hospitality that’s second to none, and the same warm welcome no matter who you are. With a long-standing reputation for elegance and attention to detail, they’re a perfect fit for LGBTQ+ clients seeking a luxurious stay along South Africa’s iconic Garden Route.

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The Plettenberg Hotel, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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The Marine, South Africa

Other LGBTQ+ Friendly Destinations to Discover

But inclusive travel doesn’t stop at one country. There are so many other destinations where our LGBTQ+ clients can feel safe and relaxed. Thailand has long been known for its openness and cultural acceptance of gender diversity, and in Latin America, Chile is making exciting progress too. It legalised same-sex marriage in 2022, and cities like Santiago and Valparaíso are not just vibrant and full of life, but genuinely LGBTQ+ friendly (you can read more in our blog: Chile: A Safe and Vibrant LGBTQ+ Destination).

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Couple in Santiago, Chile
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Couple on holiday

Even in countries still on the path to full equality, like Namibia, there are real signs of change. While same-sex marriage and adoption remain illegal, both laws and social attitudes are slowly evolving. Windhoek, the capital, is a calm and increasingly open-minded city, where a small but growing queer community is carving out space to live and love more freely.

Proud to Be an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Travel Company

At the heart of all this is something really simple: we want everyone who travels with us to feel safe, respected, and free to be themselves. We want our clients to feel seen and supported, and to know they can always ask our knowledgeable travel experts questions about comfort or safety, knowing we genuinely care.

Travel can be a powerful force for good. By becoming members of IGLTA, Far & Wild are making a public commitment to ensure it’s a force for inclusion, too.

Happy Pride,
Laura
Communications & Operations Director, Far & Wild

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This was our 2nd trip organised via Far & Wild from Australia - previously Africa and now Sri Lanka. Nia and the rest of the team were great - excellent itinerary, happy to modify the trip based on my suggestions and research, and they handled some last minute changes caused by a health issue without any problems at all. They were very quick to reply to all messages - and the trip went really smoothly. If you want an up-market holiday, this is a great organisation to organise that sort of trip!

December, 2025
Shirley Newman

What can I say….my son and myself had the most wonderful time in Kenya thanks to the first-class itinerary that Ben and Louise put together for us. We spoke with Ben many times to ensure he ‘got it right’. This was our 2nd visit to Kenya, and it certainly lived up to our expectations and memories. Nothing was too much trouble for all the staff; we cannot have been looked after any better. I would highly recommend Far and Wild; they are so knowledgeable and have personally visited the lodges and areas. We are already planning another visit, and we cannot wait.

August, 2025
Nick and Carly

Thank you to Nia and Far & Wild. My wife and I wanted to go to Vietnam and capture a real taste of the country from top to bottom but didn't have a clue where to start. We weren’t even sure if it was possible. Through speaking to Nia, sharing ideas and asking questions we were able to book what looked to be an extremely exciting trip - we could not wait to go. The reality of the trip more than matched our expectations. We had unforgettable experiences that we would never have been able to organise ourselves. The true value in this trip was that someone who knew what they were doing could give us the experience we truly craved. Well done Nia, it was a holiday we will never forget and we can’t wait for the next one. Thank you!

November, 2026
Kamal

Had an absolutely amazing 3 weeks in Chile and Argentina! We were a group of 8 friends - 4 couples. The vans used for our private excursions were very good and spacious. All the ground arrangements were as planned … the guides were very good - their English and knowledge was amazing. They made sure we had a good time. The picnic lunches were served in great locations with fabulous views and setup with tables and table cloths! Highly recommend Far & Wild! Looking to book another trip with them next year!

December, 2025
Lucinda F

Seamlessly organised! Brilliant suggestions of where to go which really gave us a 360 view of Kenya and hit our families need for adventure and mine for a bit of luxury.

November, 2025
Richard S

Alistair took time to understand what we were after and came up with an unforgettable Kenyan safari and beach holiday which we will all remember for a very long time. Real memory making trip with our 10 and 12 year old boys. Exactly what we hoped for and more!

November, 2025
Sue S

Otti organised a superb holiday to Kenya and Seychelles for my husband and I and our 2 adult daughters. It was our first safari and we only had a vague idea about where to start. Otti made the process so simple for us, suggesting an itinerary which she tweaked following discussions about the camps and hotels, and was really quick responding to my many queries; she was friendly, helpful and gave me complete confidence we were in excellent hands throughout. Far and Wild clearly have knowledge about the places they are recommending and work as team to provide the best service - definitely a 10 out of 10 for customer service and organising an amazing holiday for us.

September, 2025
Anonymous client

We can't thank the Far and Wild team enough for the most incredible trip we just had in Kenya. Otti really took into account what we were after and delivered an experience that exceeded all expectations. It was the trip of a lifetime! We had the most beautiful and unique time while on safari at the Instinct of the Mara. We really wanted to visit a camp that took ethical and sustainable practices seriously without compromising on the experience... and wow, it was truly wonderful and special! We'll definitely be returning. Our time at Diani beach was also lovely and very relaxing. Every step of the trip was seamless and we didn't have to worry about a thing. We had 4 domestic flights and a handful of car rides to take and everything was extremely organized and ran smoothly. We can't wait to book our next big trip!! Very grateful.

September, 2025
Claire L

Ben and Tamara at Far & Wild were exceptional in every respect. They offered thoughtful advice, excellent recommendations, and meticulous planning, weaving together their personal connections to help our family transform a collection of ideas into a magnificent six-week adventure. Every detail was handled with care - no transaction overlooked - which is all the more impressive given the complexity of moving three people across four regions of the country by every mode of transport imaginable. Their expertise gave us complete peace of mind and allowed us to simply enjoy the journey. I have already recommended Far & Wild to friends and would not hesitate to do so again.

August, 2025
Steven V

So great to be able to leave the details to the professionals at Far & Wild. Our two-week tour of Buenos Aires and southern Uruguay was pitch-perfect to our requests and goals. Amanda understood clearly what we were after, and crafted an idyllic itinerary with our style of hotels, guided tours, and transfers. Complementing Far & Wild's first-person knowledge of the territory were the excellent resources "on the ground" in Argentina and Uruguay to handle last-minute changes and requests. We've found our travel partner!

November, 2025
Elizabeth Spells

I have just returned from the most amazing trip to Tanzania, booked with Far & Wild. Everything went so smoothly from the first time I spoke with them. The planning was great, the itinerary was perfect for us, and the lodges were amazing. We spent 10 nights with an amazing guide, travelling through Northern Tanzania and even got to see the migration, which was a lifetime ambition of mine. This wasn't our first safari, so we were nervous as to how it would compare, but it was spot on. I will certainly be using them again to book our next trip....we're thinking of a relaxing beach stay next time to get over the excitement of safari!

July, 2024
Fiona C

It was a dreamy holiday on the Kenyan Coast - Far and Wild, their efficiency and professionalism allowed us to relax and be the happiest family alive !! We cannot fault them, their care and understanding of what we wanted from a holiday ensured we had the most memorable trip. We will be booking with them again for sure!

March, 2024
Orla Rhodes

Just back from another amazing F&W organised trip to Namibia with the family (8 adults). Having been there before, Alistair tailored our trip to include our favourite locations and added a new one for us, which we loved.The quality of accommodation and guiding, activities, food and drinks was exceptional throughout. It was good value for the level of luxury we had.

June, 2024
Arnhild Schia

We had a wonderful trip to São Tomé and Príncipe - a small island nation in the Gulf of Guinea with paradise (almost empty) beaches and jungle forest. It was all well organised by Far and Wild and we stayed at a great combination of different types of resorts/hotels. We really recommend this for those who want to experience a pristine destination with few other tourists and friendly and welcoming people. The islands also feel very safe. At Principe, there are no dangerous animals, snakes or whatever, and it was great to be able to hike in the jungle without being very conscious of where to put your hands and feet. Go before everyone else does!

July, 2024
Henri Papenfus

Back home again, basking in the joys of a superb safari. Every aspect you arranged for us, including linking up with Mack Air and Wild Horizons locally to transport us. The choice of camps was ideally situated, comfortable, in good surroundings, and with excellent wildlife on the doorstep and throughout the wider country. The service staff in each looked after us very well, catering was excellent, and the game guides were professional, knowledgeable and helpful. You made us happy, and we recommend you to similar safari enthusiasts with confidence.

June, 2024
AC

Far and Wild went above and beyond to make sure my trip to Zambia was special. I would definitely recommend them and their services to anyone wanting to travel to Africa.

May, 2024
Tiny

Lovely holiday at the amazing Almanara on Galu beach, a beach like no other. Far and Wild excelled themselves from beginning to end of our holiday in beautiful Kenya.... What a country!,

April, 2024
Stodge

Wow! These guys are amazing. Can’t recommend them highly enough. Friendly AND efficient! Sorted out our trip (last minute and lots of different family member needs, sorry!) in record time and everything worked like clockwork. Trip of a lifetime to the Masai Mara. Will be back (and use F&W again!)!

March, 2024