The next two years are going to be massive for sport. Bigger crowds. Bigger rivalries. Bigger moments.
And Tourvest Destination Management (TDM) Sports & Events is right at the centre of it all.
Home to South Africa’s leading sports tour operators — Pure-Travel, SA Rugby Travel and SA Cricket Travel — TDM Sports & Events has announced an extraordinary line-up of global sporting events across 2026 and 2027.
From football’s biggest stage to rugby showdowns and world-class cricket, fans will have access to officially sanctioned travel experiences built around the moments that matter most. The kind you talk about for years afterwards.
The road to the FIFA World Cup 2026
It all begins with the FIFA World Cup 2026 from June to July 2026.
The biggest football event on the planet will take over North America, bringing together nations, cultures and millions of passionate fans in one unforgettable celebration of the game. For South African travellers wanting to be part of the action, Pure-Travel will offer seamless access to the tournament experience — from match tickets and accommodation to curated travel packages designed to make every moment count.
A huge era for rugby fans
Then comes a blockbuster season for rugby supporters. In August and September 2026, SA Rugby Travel will take fans into one of the sport’s greatest rivalries as the Springboks face the mighty All Blacks in four unforgettable Test matches.
And that’s only the beginning.
The newly launched Nations Championship Rugby is set to shake up the global game in a big way. The competition will see the best teams in the Northern Hemisphere battle it out against the best in the Southern Hemisphere.
July brings home Tests against England, Scotland and Wales. November shifts the action abroad with away fixtures against Italy, France and Ireland. Everything builds towards a high-energy knockout finals weekend in London where the first Nations Champion will be crowned.
It has all the ingredients to become one of the defining events on the global rugby calendar.
Cricket takes centre stage
Cricket fans have plenty to look forward to as well.
SA Cricket Travel will be the exclusive and official provider of travel experiences for inbound cricket tours against Australia, Bangladesh and England from September 2026 through to January 2027.
These tours will bring world-class cricket to South African stadiums and create the perfect lead-up to something even bigger — the Cricket World Cup 2027. Hosted across South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe in October and November 2027, the tournament will mark the first major global sporting event hosted on South African soil since the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
For cricket supporters, it promises to be one of those “you had to be there” moments.
Rugby’s biggest prize returns
At almost the same time, rugby fans will head Down Under for the Rugby World Cup Australia 2027.
Running from October to November, the tournament will see the world’s best nations battle for rugby’s ultimate prize — and SA Rugby Travel will once again serve as the official travel agent for the event. Can the Springboks make history with a third consecutive Rugby World Cup title? Could the Proteas finally lift their first ODI World Cup trophy on home soil?
One thing is certain: fans will want to be there when it happens.
Official partnerships. Exclusive access.
As the official travel partners of the South African Rugby Union and Cricket South Africa, SA Rugby Travel and SA Cricket Travel occupy a unique position in the market.
They are the only providers of officially endorsed travel packages for these premier rugby and cricket events. That means guaranteed match tickets. Premium accommodation. Exclusive experiences. And behind-the-scenes access that fans simply can’t get anywhere else.
“This is one of the most exciting periods we have seen in global sport and we are proud to be at the centre of it,” says Illana Pereira, Managing Executive of TDM Sports & Events.
“Our focus is on giving South African and international fans access to these iconic events in a way that is seamless, trusted and truly memorable. Through our official partnerships and experienced teams, we are able to unlock moments that go far beyond the match itself.”
Experiences built for every kind of fan
A wide range of travel packages will be available across every tournament.
Some travellers will want a quick match getaway with friends. Others will be planning bucket-list international journeys with family or corporate groups. Either way, there will be options designed to suit different travel styles and budgets. Packages will include curated itineraries, premium upgrades and fan engagement experiences that take the trip beyond the stadium itself.
And with global demand expected to surge, early booking will be key.
Fans who secure their place early will have access to the best package selection, priority opportunities and the chance to experience sporting history as it unfolds live.
