The
Somalia Association of Tour Operators is an Association of the
leading and most experienced tour operators in Somalia. Its members
are governed by a code of conduct, which requires them to conduct
business in an ethical and responsible manner. The Association works
closely with the Ministry of Tourism & Wildlife and other
stakeholders for the promotion of eco-tourism. These other players
include: -
·The Somalia Wildlife Service on the beach management
program and the development of park use rules.
·The Ministry of Tourism & Wildlife, Somalia Wildlife
Service and Mass Guides Association on the development and
observance of a code of a conduct for visitors and tour operators.
·Eco-tourism Society of Somalia and other
Non-governmental Organizations on identifying and advising on the
potentials of nature based tourism among various communities.
·Local communities on capacity building and
maximization of revenue generation.
·Organizing annual workshops on the conservation and
environmental management for sustainable tourism development.
·Organizing seminars and workshop to promote community
input in the management of nature and cultural tourism.
In addition other notable stakeholders include
established trade Association that serve both as lobby groups and
active participants in the overall development and marketing of
Somalia as a tourist destination. These include: -
·Somalia Association of hotel keepers and Carters (SAHC);
·Somalia Association of travel Agents (SATA);
·Coast Tourist Association (CTA)
·Somali Hotels Association;
·Somali Air Charter Operators Association; and
·The Board of Airlines Representatives.
An active partnership exists between the
Associations and the government with optimum performance of the
tourism industry being the common goal. Consultation and dialogue
among all the stakeholders is a guiding principle in the Somalia’s
tourism development.
