Conferencing

Experience the African Bush, Wildlife and Beach on your next conference

Nelson Mandela Bay is a magical slice of Africa which offers a wealth of leisure opportunities, including "Big Seven" game, viewed up close in a malaria-free environment, but more than this, it is an area devoted to "stress-free conferencing". 

Nelson Mandela Bay is the main gateway to the Eastern Cape and is the country's fifth largest city. It is always buzzing with business visitors, investors and conference attendees, exploring the new entrepreneurial opportunities created within the Bay. The Bay is equidistant to all major South African cities and offers endless stretches of white sandy beaches. The visitors are provided with a safe and welcoming environment with the warm hospitality that Nelson Mandela Bay is renowned for.

Nelson Mandela Bay is capable of hosting conferences, corporate events and private functions in a number of exciting venues in and around the Bay. Conferences are supported by state-of-the-art technical support in different conference venues. This technical support is able to meet the needs of every conference. Video conferencing, well equipped venues and team-building getaways are all wrapped up in an effective, stable and scenic environment. 

Venues offer a variety of facilities which can be arranged to suit any conference, meeting or event. Seating arrangements are flexible, breakaway rooms can be provided and a variety of catering services can be arranged. The average venue caters for 70-300 delegates but bigger and smaller venues are available. The largest venue caters for up to 1400 delegates. Venues are situated around the Bay area but if you are looking for exclusivity and comfort, a private game reserve, seaside resort and luxury hotels also offer world-class conference venues. 

A vast amount of establishments offer unique private function venues that are ideal for hosting cocktail parties, awards dinners, company and year end functions. 

Click here and complete the online form if you need assistance, a venue or quotes for your conference or event.

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Nelson Mandela Bay Convention Bureau Services

THE NELSON MANDELA BAY TOURISM (NMBT) CONVENTION BUREAU

Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism is the official destination marketing organization of Nelson Mandela Bay. The Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Conference Bureau (NMBT) was established to assist and ensure that every conference is a memorable success by cutting the red tape, ensuring access to tourist sites, supplying accommodation and in general, taking care of the clients every need. The NMBT Conference Bureau provides destination expertise on Nelson Mandela Bay and supports associations, corporates, professional conference organisers, destination management companies and event organisers, which are interested in hosting events in the city...

Download the Nelson Mandela Bay Meetings and Incentive Planner Guide

Nelson Mandela Bay Meetings and Events Planner Guide:

Your guide to planning events, conferences and incentive trips to Nelson Mandela Bay - uniting Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch. Download

Online Request for Proposal

Online Request for Proposal Form

The Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) Conference Bureau was established to assist and ensure that every conference is a memorable success by cutting the red tape, ensuring access to tourist sites, supplying accommodation and in general, taking care of the client's every need. The NMBT Conference Bureau provides destination expertise on Nelson Mandela Bay and supports associations, corporates, professional conference organisers, destination management companies and event organisers, which are interested in hosting events in the city or surrounding area.

For NMBT to assist you in your event we would like to request you to complete the online...

NMBT Event Impact Assessment

NMBT Event Impact Assessment Survey

In order to grow the Conference and Event industry in Nelson Mandela Bay, Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism requires valuable information regarding your event / conference in Nelson Mandela Bay. 

Please take the time to complete the Tourism Event Impact Assessment Survey by clicking here: Tourism Event Impact Assessment Survey

NMB Post Event Evaluation Form

NMB Post Event Evaluation Form

Dear Business Event Stakeholder

We strongly encourage you to complete the Nelson Mandela Bay Convention Bureau post-event evaluation form, as doing so not only benefits your own future endeavours but also contributes to the continued growth and success of our destination.

By sharing your valuable feedback on the form, you play a pivotal role in maintaining and elevating the quality and service standards of the events industry in Nelson Mandela Bay. Your input helps us identify areas for improvement, ensuring that every event held here is marked by increased levels of professionalism, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Moreover, your insights enable...

ICCA Rankings Submissions

ICCA Rankings Submissions

Explore and contribute to the global impact of association meetings within your province! We invite venues and organisations to collaborate in submitting data for the ICCA Rankings, focusing on qualifying association meetings held in your region. These meetings must rotate between at least 3 countries/territories, attract a minimum of 50 participants face-to-face, and occur with a specified frequency (annual, biennial, triennial, etc.).

By participating in this initiative and submitting event data, you contribute to accurately showcasing the diverse and dynamic landscape of association meetings in your area. This collaborative effort elevates the visibility of...