Africa’s national parks, reserves and conservancies don’t exist in a bubble and finding out about the hard work that goes into running and preserving them, and the communities that live on or around them, adds a fascinating dimension to any safari. There are visits to anti-poaching units, eco-tours where you’ll see your lodge’s sustainability practices in action and a host of other backstage insights. These are complemented by opportunities to visit local villages: immersive experiences where you’ll learn about the culture and see how green tourism is helping to support communities everywhere from the Maasai Mara and Matabeleland to Tarangire.
