Cheesemans' Ecology Safaris
How Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris Supports Wildlife Conservation Around the World
At Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris, our passion for wildlife extends far beyond observation. We are deeply committed to conservation, ensuring our adventures help protect the delicate ecosystems and communities we visit. Every journey is designed with purpose—where travel becomes a force for good.
From funding research to empowering local communities, here’s how traveling with Cheesemans helps safeguard the natural world.
1. Conservation-Driven Itineraries
Every safari supports real conservation work through partnerships with trusted organizations. From protecting endemic species in the Galápagos to funding anti-poaching in Africa, your travel directly contributes to preserving wildlife and habitats around the world.
Our Impact Includes:
- Galápagos Islands: A portion of your trip supports the Charles Darwin Foundation, aiding in protection of endemic species and invasive species control.
- Africa: Your safari helps fund anti-poaching efforts and supports wildlife reserves protecting endangered animals like rhinos and elephants.
- Antarctica: We follow strict environmental protocols and collaborate with scientists conducting climate change research in fragile polar regions.
2. Small-Group, Low-Impact Travel
Smaller groups mean reduced environmental impact and better wildlife encounters. This model allows us to tread lightly while offering you more personal and immersive experiences in nature.
What this means for you:
- Minimal habitat disturbance and reduced stress on wildlife.
- Eco-conscious accommodations with sustainability at their core are what we strive for on each and every trip and we book at ecolodges whenever possible.
- Personal engagement with local guides, conservationists, and communities.
Travel responsibly, experience more.
Our small-group model ensures your journey is both ethical and immersive.
3. Partnering with Conservation Organizations
We actively collaborate with leading conservation organizations, giving travelers exclusive access to learn from those on the front lines of wildlife protection. We offset all trip emissions, including travel-related carbon, through trusted climate partners. This ensures each journey remains environmentally responsible while supporting renewable energy, forest protection, and sustainability efforts worldwide.
Key Partners Include:
- Save the Rhino Trust (Namibia): Work to protect and conserve the desert-adapted black rhino through anti-poaching efforts, monitoring, and community engagement.
- South Georgia Heritage Trust (Antarctica): Committed to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of South Georgia. Established in 2005, SGHT has spearheaded significant projects to restore and protect the island’s unique ecosystems and historical sites.
- Serengeti Watch (Tanzania): They seek to promote the mindset that conservation, rather than an “animal versus people” mentality, is the key to development. They use an integrated approach including education, women’s empowerment, radio programming, and community engagement to protect the Serengeti.
Each partnership offers behind-the-scenes insights into real-world conservation work.
You don’t just visit—you learn, support, and contribute.
Check out our Conservsation page where you can read
about each of our in-country and global partners!
4. Supporting Local Communities
We partner with local communities and conservation groups to protect ecosystems and empower sustainable development. Your trip supports efforts like wildlife corridors, education programs, and habitat restoration globally.
How We Make an Impact:
- Hiring expert local guides, providing fair wages and meaningful career opportunities.
- Supporting conservation education programs that empower local residents.
- Encouraging fair-trade shopping, supporting artisans who use eco-friendly materials.
Your travel dollars create positive ripple effects—
helping preserve culture, reduce poaching, and promote stewardship of the land.
5. Conservation Through Photography
Your photos can support wildlife conservation by raising awareness and contributing to research. Sharing images with platforms like iNaturalist or researchers helps document species, track behaviors, and inspire others to protect nature. We encourage ethical photography that respects animal space and promotes conservation storytelling.
You can contribute by:
- Capturing and sharing images that raise awareness for threatened species.
- Participating in citizen science, submitting images to help researchers track animal behavior and movements.
📷 Let your lens make a difference!
6. Contributing to Conservation Beyond Your Trip
Our mission doesn’t end when your safari does. We encourage guests to continue supporting conservation by donating, volunteering, or spreading awareness about the causes they connected with. By staying engaged, you become a long-term advocate for the wildlife and communities you’ve encountered.
Here’s how you can keep supporting conservation at home:
- Donate to conservation groups you encountered on your safari.
- Live sustainably—adopt eco-conscious habits in your daily routine.
- Advocate and educate—share your experiences to inspire others.
- Stay informed on conservation issues and policies worldwide.
Traveling with Cheesemans is just the beginning of your conservation journey.
Join Us and Make a Difference
At Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris, conservation isn’t an afterthought—it’s at the heart of everything we do. By joining one of our expeditions, you’re not just experiencing the world’s most spectacular wildlife—you’re becoming part of a global movement to protect it.
👉 Ready to travel with purpose?
Visit our trips page to start making a difference through adventure.