PReserving Africa – Through Travel That Makes a Difference
Across Africa, wildlife, habitats, and communities are deeply intertwined. When you travel with Ubuntu Travel, you become part of the work that protects these precious landscapes – from rhino conservation projects in South Africa to community-led initiatives in Rwanda.
Every Conservation & Community Safari is tailor-made, balancing unforgettable wildlife experiences with hands-on opportunities to learn, connect, and contribute. Whether you’re tracking endangered species, visiting local schools, or meeting the teams behind groundbreaking conservation efforts, your journey supports long-term change – and celebrates the people at the heart of Africa’s future.
Our Top Conservation Safaris for 2026
Discover our refreshed 2026 Conservation Safaris, crafted to bring you closer to Africa’s wildlife, communities, and the inspiring work happening across South Africa and Rwanda.
Conservation Safari - South Africa
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Phinda Private Game Reserve, where you’ll work alongside leading conservation teams protecting rhinos, elephants, and pangolins. Immerse yourself in hands-on tracking, monitoring, and community-led conservation that’s shaping the future of South Africa’s wild places.
FROM $15,000
PER PERSON
Gorilla Conservation Safari - Rwanda
Trek through the misty forests of Volcanoes National Park to meet Rwanda’s mountain gorillas, then visit a nearby eco-village with an AWF representative to learn how reforestation and community projects support long-term conservation. Continue east to Akagera National Park to join Park Rangers for hands-on wildlife monitoring and Big Five conservation work.
FROM $12,600
PER PERSON
Conservation & Community Experiences
View a few of our favorite suggested itineraries below. Although we tailor-make every safari from scratch, it’s always nice to have an idea of what’s possible before we start chatting about your own journey.
Wildlife Conservation Experiences
Track endangered rhinos, assist with pangolin monitoring, and learn from anti-poaching units working on the frontlines to protect Africa’s most vulnerable species.
Community & Cultural Visits
Spend time with local schools, women-led enterprises, and community organisations who are shaping the future of their regions through education, empowerment, and sustainable tourism.
Women’s Empowerment Initiatives
Meet inspiring women taking the lead in conservation, guiding, hospitality, and business. Your visit supports long-term gender equity programs across Africa.
Eco-Friendly Practices
Stay at lodges committed to sustainability – from solar-powered operations and plastic-free initiatives to water conservation and habitat restoration projects.
Ocean Impact Projects
Through our partnership with Ocean Co., every Ubuntu traveler funds the collection of over 1,300 ocean-bound plastic bottles each, supporting coastal livelihoods and reducing pollution before it reaches the sea.
Cultural Heritage & Storytelling
Learn from communities whose histories, traditions, and custodianship shape Africa’s conservation landscape – from Rwanda’s creative collectives to South Africa’s local guides and trackers.
The Charity Organizations We Support
We believe in intentional partnerships – working with organizations whose transparency and long-term vision reflect our ethos of ubuntu, ensuring every journey contributes to conservation, community, and a sustainable future.
African Wildlife Foundation
A global conservation organization, focused on protecting wildlife and their habitats as essential parts of a modern and prosperous continent. Ubuntu Travel has supported AWF through events such as the virtual fundraiser for Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park expansion.
With My Own Two Hands
A foundation committed to sustainable clean water and agricultural solutions in Kenya, where millions lack safe access. Ubuntu Travel supports regenerative farming initiatives that empower communities and reduce the burden on women and girls.
Love One International
An organization dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families in Uganda through essential medical care and family preservation. Ubuntu Travel is proud to support fundraising efforts that provide emergency healthcare, rehabilitation, and health education.
