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Ecotourism Kenya Membership Updates

Revised Fees

As part of our dedicated effort to continually enhance the value and services we provide to our esteemed members, we wish to inform you of an upcoming revision to our membership fees, effective January 1, 2026.

This adjustment follows extensive deliberations during the Ecotourism Kenya Annual General Meeting held on May 23, 2025, and a comprehensive review by the Finance Committee. It is important to note that the last revision of membership fees took place in 2016. Since then, the cost of delivering impactful events, sustaining operational excellence, and meeting our long-term financial obligations has risen considerably.

The revised fees reflect our continued commitment to providing exceptional value to our members while ensuring the sustainability and growth of our work in an increasingly dynamic sustainable tourism landscape.

Accordingly, the new membership rates will be as follows:

  • Corporate Members: KES 30,000 (currently KES 15,000). This encompasses accommodations, tour companies, airlines, training institutions, conservancies, green businesses (environmentally friendly products), technology-based companies, etc.
  • Individual Members: KES 5,000 (currently KES 3,000)

The fees for student members (undergraduates) and community-based tourism organisations/enterprises (CBTOs & CBTEs) will remain at KES 1,500 and KES 3,000, respectively.

Membership Referral System

We are excited to launch a new Membership Referral System that rewards members for helping grow Ecotourism Kenya! By referring new members to join, you strengthen our collective voice for sustainable tourism and enjoy discounts on your next membership renewal.

  • Corporate Members: Receive 10% off your next renewal for every new member referred.
  • CBTEs/CBTOs: Earn 10% off when you refer up to 5 new members.
  • Individual Members: Earn 10% off when you refer a minimum of 5 new members.
  • Student Members: Earn 10% off when you refer up to 10 new members.

The referral discount will apply when the referred member has completed the membership application process, including the payment process. This system is active from this notice.

Together, let’s expand our network, amplify our impact, and continue championing responsible tourism in Kenya and beyond.

Click here to see the benefits that you will continue to enjoy and, in many cases, experience improvements.

We are excited about the opportunities that these updates present and look forward to walking this journey together as we strengthen sustainable tourism in Kenya and beyond.

Thank you for your continued support.