Your Gateway to Kenya's Tourism Markets
Helping foreign investors, businesses, diaspora investors and entrepreneurs establish and scale successful businesses across Africa.
Your Trusted Partner for Tourism Market Entry & Investment Advisory
Zola Consultants is a tourism investment advisory and market entry firm helping foreign investors, tourism companies and hospitality entrepreneurs establish and grow businesses in Kenya’s tourism industry.
Kenya offers significant opportunities across safari tourism, coastal hospitality, tourism transport, tourism technology and experiential travel. However, entering a new market requires local knowledge, regulatory guidance and reliable partnerships.
Zola Consultants supports investors at every stage of the journey; from identifying opportunities and setting up businesses to providing operational support and long-term investment management.
Our role is to simplify the investment process and help investors build sustainable and profitable tourism businesses.
Zola Consultants supports foreign investors, tourism businesses and hospitality entrepreneurs throughout the entire tourism investment lifecycle in Kenya; from identifying opportunities to building and managing successful tourism ventures. Our services are structured across four key areas.
Tourism Investment Opportunities in Kenya
Explore high-potential opportunities across Kenya’s tourism and hospitality sector, structured for scalability, profitability, and long-term growth.
Develop and invest in high-end, experience-driven accommodation in prime wildlife and coastal destinations, targeting the growing demand for eco-luxury tourism.
Investment in conference facilities, corporate travel services, and event infrastructure supporting the growth of business tourism in key cities.
Curated cultural, adventure, and community-based tourism products designed to enhance visitor experiences and diversify tourism offerings.
Hotels, villas, and resort developments in high-demand locations, catering to both international and domestic tourism markets.
Charter services and regional air access solutions improving connectivity to key tourism destinations and unlocking new market potential.
Digital platforms for bookings, travel management, and guest experience, enabling efficiency and innovation across the tourism value chain.
Asset-backed investments in 4×4 safari vehicles, tour vans, and logistics systems supporting the expanding tourism transport ecosystem.
Asset-backed investments in 4×4 safari vehicles, tour vans, and logistics systems supporting the expanding tourism transport ecosystem.
Our Clients
We partner with investors, hospitality brands, and tourism operators entering and expanding within Kenya’s tourism and hospitality sector. Our clients trust us to provide the strategy, structure, and execution required to build successful, high-performing ventures.
Our Story in Numbers
Our journey is defined by measurable impact within Kenya’s tourism and hospitality sector. Each number reflects our commitment to delivering structured investments, successful market entry and sustainable growth for our clients.
Client Testimonials
Daniele Bellofiore
Managing Director, Un Posto Nel Mondo Ltd
Working with Zola Consultants transformed my vision into a fully operational tour company in Kenya. Their guidance on market entry, licensing, and structure made Un Posto Nel Mondo successful and sustainable.
Evangiline Kabue
Beautiful Dawn Tours & Travel
Zola Consultants has been instrumental in managing my tours and travel business finances in Kenya. Their expertise in accounting, tax compliance, and reporting gives me clarity, confidence, and focus on growth.
Fabrizio Bigotti
Wildlife Photographer
Zola Consultants made my transition into working in Kenya seamless and efficient. Their support with immigration, permits, and documentation allowed me to focus fully on my photography and professional growth.
Our Partners
We collaborate with a network of strategic partners across government, finance, and the private sector to deliver seamless market entry and successful tourism and hospitality investments. These partnerships enable efficient execution, regulatory alignment, and long-term operational success.
