Discover Africa
A trusted directory of community-led destinations, authentic lodges and verified experiences.
- 33 curated safari lodges & camps
- Verified local providers
- Honest, evidence-based claims
Official Conservancy Network
Discover Africa. Experience its communities.
One trusted gateway to Africa’s community-led conservation destinations — connecting travellers with authentic safari lodges, local experience providers and expeditions that make conservation valuable to the people who live alongside wildlife.
3Pilot destinations across Zambia, South Africa and Kenya
33Verified conservation & community lodges and bush camps
5Signature expedition concepts, led by credible hosts
100%Of bookings contracted with local operators on disclosed terms
What we do
More than a safari website. A route to market for community-led conservation.
Traditional safari businesses sell wildlife, beds and transport. We connect travellers with the people, landscapes, projects and cultures that make each destination distinctive — and bring local providers to an international audience.
Experience Africa
Connecting travellers with local operators, lodge stays and signature expeditions.
- Direct lodge & camp bookings
- Host-led expeditions
- Bespoke journey planning
Develop Africa
Helping destinations shape their tourism proposition and reach international markets.
- Destination launch & growth services
- Lodge & operator onboarding
- Trade & corporate partnerships
Pilot destinations
Three landscapes. One community-led approach.
We’re starting with a small portfolio of excellent destinations rather than listing every conservancy at launch. Each has its own identity, partners and website.
Pilot destination
AC Pilot Landscape
Zambia
Kafue Conservancy
One of Africa’s great wilderness landscapes — Kafue National Park and the communities, enterprises and conservation projects around it.
Wildlife & riversCommunity enterpriseWalking safaris
Pilot destination
AC Pilot Landscape
South Africa
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Conservancy
The birthplace of rhino conservation, in KwaZulu-Natal — where field conservation, traditional communities and iconic wildlife meet.
Rhino heritageZulu cultureEstuary & coast
Pilot destination
AC Pilot Landscape
Kenya
Tsavo Conservancy
Kenya’s vast Tsavo wilderness — an expedition-scale landscape with room for photography, sport and community-led conservation travel.
Red elephantsBig landscapesCommunity conservancies
Where to stay
Stay at the heart of conservation.
From solar-powered Maasai conservancy camps to raised tree nests above the floodplains, our lodges reinvest in the communities and wildlife around them.
Ultra-Luxury
★ AC Verified
Conservation Partner
Shumba Camp
Where lions rule the plains
Six luxury suites elevated above the Busanga Plains by Wilderness — world-class predator sightings, hot air ballooning, and one of Africa's finest guides-to-guest ratios. Just 12 guests maximum.
Hot air balloon safaris (Aug–Oct)Water-adapted lion pridesMax 12 guestsPhotography hides
Starting from
$1173
per person / night
Eco-Luxury
★ AC Verified
Community Conservancy
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Luxury perched above the rhino heartland
The first and only private luxury 4/5-star lodge inside Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. Set high on a panoramic ridge with breathtaking views over the reserve and a pioneering 50% community equity partnership.
Only private lodge inside the park50% Mpukunyoni community ownedExceptional white & black rhino sightingsPanoramic ridge-top views
Starting from
$480
per person / night
Ultra-Luxury
★ AC Verified
Community-Owned / Partner
Finch Hattons Luxury Camp
Hemingway-era elegance beneath Mount Kilimanjaro
Set within 35 acres of pristine wilderness around natural freshwater springs in Tsavo West, Finch Hattons is Kenya’s premier ultra-luxury tented camp. Featuring custom chandeliers, private plunge pools, and uninterrupted views of Mount Kilimanjaro and resident hippos.
Natural freshwater hippo spring poolsChyulu Spa & Yoga Pavilion with Kili viewsUnderground photo hides & observation deck100% off-grid solar & green water treatment
Starting from
$920
per person per night (all-inclusive)
Experiences
Meet the people who make conservation work.
Walk with community rangers. Share a meal in a host village. Join a wildlife-monitoring day. Watch a youth football match. Every experience is delivered by local operators and community enterprises.
Browse experiences
Signature expeditions
Journeys with a theme, a host and a purpose.
Expeditions are more than holidays: small groups, experienced specialists and a meaningful connection with the destination.
Conservation Expeditions
Wildlife, restoration and community conservation experiences led by practitioners.
Photography Expeditions
Small groups, specialist guides and expert-led itineraries built around light and behaviour.
Sport for Impact Expeditions
Football, running, cycling and boxing trips connected to community initiatives.
African Discovery Expeditions
Multi-destination journeys combining wildlife, culture and community experiences.
How it works
From first idea to confirmed journey.
Discover
Browse destinations, lodges and experiences, or tell us what you’re looking for.
Enquire
Send an enquiry or use Plan Your Journey with your dates, group and preferred lodges.
Book with locals
We introduce you directly to the lodge or operator. You contract on clear, disclosed terms.
Travel & benefit
Your stay creates direct income for local providers and conservation funds.
Our standards
The brand must earn trust: fair terms for local providers, real community participation, claims you can verify.
Ready to plan your journey?
Tell us your interests, dates and preferred stays and we’ll connect you with the right local operators.