At Explore Africa, we are guided by four core pillars that shape our corporate social responsibility initiatives. These pillars include environmental stewardship, community engagement, cultural preservation, and wildlife conservation.
We believe that travel has the power to transform not only our guests but also the destinations we operate in. Through our commitment to these pillars, we aim to create sustainable and responsible tourism practices. These efforts positively impact the environment, empower local communities, preserve indigenous cultures, and protect wildlife and its habitats.
Our commitment to environmental stewardship ensures we minimise our ecological footprint by implementing sustainable practices in all operations. This includes reducing waste, conserving energy and water, and supporting initiatives that promote biodiversity conservation.
Through community engagement, we strive to foster positive relationships with local communities. We actively involve them in our projects and initiatives to ensure their voices are heard and respected. We prioritise hiring local staff, sourcing goods and services from local suppliers, and investing in community development projects contributing to socio-economic empowerment.
Cultural preservation is at the heart of our efforts to celebrate and protect the rich cultural heritage of our destinations. We work closely with local suppliers to safeguard traditions, languages, and customs while promoting cultural exchange and understanding among guests.
Wildlife conservation is a cornerstone of our ethos, as we recognise the vital importance of protecting the natural habitats and species that make Africa’s wilderness so unique. We support conservation organisations, wildlife monitoring and research programs, and advocate for responsible wildlife tourism practices that prioritise the well-being of animals and their ecosystems.
“Travel has evolved beyond the traditional saying of ‘take only photos, leave only footprints.’ Today, the world’s wilderness expects a higher standard from us. It’s about creating lasting memories and leaving behind a meaningful legacy.”
When partnering with suppliers, Explore Africa prioritises organisations aligning with our core values and commitment to environmental stewardship, community engagement, cultural preservation, and wildlife conservation while incorporating our ethos of the three precious commodities of time, pace, and stillness.
