Wilderness
Discover Earth's Ultimate, Untamed Places
As one of Africa’s leading conservation and hospitality companies, Wilderness offers guests unrivalled style and comfort while immersing them in some of the continent’s most iconic wild destinations. From the mega-herds of the Great Migration that dot the plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania to the serpentine channels of the Okavango Delta in Botswana, which attract a myriad of wildlife, to the vast deserts of Namibia, where you’ll experience intimate wildlife encounters in vast, remote and untamed areas. From exclusive and thrilling wildlife encounters to insightful cultural experiences, every journey supports our large-scale conservation and community projects, making a meaningful impact just by travelling with us. Travel with a purpose while exploring sights and sounds found nowhere else on Earth. Discover that Africa, with all its diverse wonders, is worth coming to and exploring time and time again.
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Wilderness is the world’s leading conservation and hospitality company. We offer guests the opportunity to get up close and personal to the beating pulse of Earth’s ultimate, untamed places.Virtuoso Preferred Supplier Since 27 Oct 2005
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once in a lifetime trip
By: handball3
Reviewed on: 06 Oct 2015
A wonderful trip that exceeds superlatives. The trip started in Cape Town SA where we visited the Kirstenboch botanical garden and wine country. Then for Safari to Namibia Rhino Camp and Skeleton Coast both run by Wilderness Safaris. Individual bungalows at both camps and at all others as well. Great camps. All along the way we were escorted from one connection to the next and it was wonderful. The second time I might (?) be able to do it myself. From Namibia to the Okavango delta in Botswana - one of the premier places in the world for wild life viewing. We stopped in two camps - Tubu Tree camp and Chobi. In Chobi we saw all wild life x2. Finally to Sabu little bush camp near Kruger SA - also wonderful. Food was out of this world. Starting in Namibia, mostly desert, and going to Botswana next was the right order. We will want to go back. We still have want to see the jungle and will use Michael.
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
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Excellent Camps; Fantastic Staff
By: NP
Reviewed on: 21 Sep 2016
Wilderness Safaris has a great formula: great camps staffed by fantastic people! I have enjoyed every camp that I visited.
Travel Advisor:
Honey Mistry
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Very informative and detailed in all matters
By: Louie
Reviewed on: 08 Mar 2017
Our tour guides were the best in attending to every detail of our trip. We felt like we were the only ones that mattered. Our every need was thoughtfully addressed. From Chris in Capetown to Ban in Duma Tau Camp and everyone in between, we received the royal treatment. This trip was a never to be forgotten event and we thank all for making it a special one.
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Safari
By: Jim
Reviewed on: 23 Aug 2017
Very professional and knowledgeable.
Travel Advisor:
Honey Mistry
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Africa
By: me
Reviewed on: 01 Oct 2017
Did not deal with them directly so hard to review. No problems. All connections and transfers worked A-OK.
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Africa journey
By: Jake
Reviewed on: 17 Oct 2017
First class in all respects; great service; all of their people were knowledgeable; and responsible
Travel Advisor:
Susan Sparks
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wonderful experience
By: MyNeighborTotoro
Reviewed on: 27 Oct 2017
We had a wonderful experience. It's not hard to deliver a great experience when you're seeing animals roaming free that tourists aren't used to, but it is special when your ranger, tracker, and the lodge go out of their way to make sure you have an enjoyable and comfortable time. Would highly recommend Tangala!
Travel Advisor:
Katie Schmit
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Into africa
By: Rich
Reviewed on: 16 Nov 2017
We did not go to Namibia but to Zambia and Botswana. It was the best travel experience of my life. ALL the staff were outstanding. I have already promoted WS to several friends considering trips to Africa
Travel Advisor:
Bonnie Niemi
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Wilderness Safaris Botswana-Outstanding!!!
By: Phil
Reviewed on: 20 Nov 2017
We spent an incredible week at two Wilderness camps in Botswana (Chitabe and Vumbura Plains). The knowledge of the outstanding guides ( Ebs and Chris) and the friendliness of the staff at both camps made the holiday very special. In the first 48 hours at Chitabe we were fortunate to see every animal we hoped to see ( and more)...lions, leopards, cheetahs, rhinoceros, wild dogs, hyenas, hippos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons, velvet monkeys, jackals, crocodiles, wildebeests, cape buffalo and numerous types of antelope and birds.
Travel Advisor:
Bonnie Niemi
Recommended
Wilderness
By: Jyoti
Reviewed on: 09 Jan 2018
Absolutely fantastic. We were treated royally everywhere starting from the airport till we departed.
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
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Travel in Africa
By: Bobbi
Reviewed on: 13 Apr 2018
Excellent. All connections were smooth and easy. Guides superb.
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Vambura plains Toka Leya Sabi sabi
By: Carol sofen
Reviewed on: 22 Apr 2018
Great again very knowledgeable and personable ...each guide was great and made our sefaris that much more special
Travel Advisor:
Maxine Weinberg
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Africa: Botswana and Zambia
By: Cathy Dunn
Reviewed on: 15 May 2018
It was my first visit to Africa and to use Wilderness Safaris and I was very impressed with the company and their dedication to conservation. I traveled to Xigera, Savuti and Toka Leya and each camp offered a unique and unforgettable experience. The hospitality was incredible, everyone knows your name a treats you exceptionally well. The staff, guides and camp managers were professional, knowledgeable and grateful to have you as a guest. At each transfer I was met by a representative of Wilderness who guided me through the airport and to my transportation or on to the next camp. I highly recommend Wilderness Safaris and would use them again for future trips to Africa.
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
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Great trip southern Africa
By: Graham
Reviewed on: 10 Jul 2018
We were very impressed with the professionalism and logistics of this trip. There were no dropped steps, every connection was made perfectly. Camps were beautiful, food was very good, game drives were superb. Exceeded our high expectations.
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
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Trip of a Lifetime - South Africa
By: Jen Prashad
Reviewed on: 06 Aug 2018
Excellent and well versed guides and tours planned at every location. Comfortable and clean vehicles. Definitely would use again.
Travel Advisor:
Karen Lee-Ishmael
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Kenya Safari
By: David D
Reviewed on: 15 Aug 2018
We were pleased with the advise and service provided
Travel Advisor:
Josh King
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Africa
By: Catol
Reviewed on: 05 Oct 2018
Pineda was excellent. Both lodges. We did not really like three Gorges. Is was not 5 Star like our other lodges. Staff nice. Too far from Victoria Falls. We wasted a half day because there was no afternoon excursion. Definitely would not recommend. Lodges in Zimbabwe excellent all guides excellent . Swimming with sharks a great experience
Travel Advisor:
Michelle Andersen
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Beautiful camps
By: Leslie
Reviewed on: 06 Oct 2018
Camps were amazing and the staff was outstanding!
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Trip of a lifetime
By: Kim
Reviewed on: 04 Nov 2018
From the time we landed to the time of our departure, Wilderness Safaris itinerary was top notch. Everything exceeded our expectations. The guides, the accommodations, the food, the daily activities and the people were all top notch and amazing.
We will look forward to our next Wilderness Safaris vacation!!!!
Travel Advisor:
Marianne Kochanek
Recommended
Trip of a lifetime
By: Landman
Reviewed on: 13 Nov 2018
It is evident Wilderness Safaris has been a successful operation for some time. They are "on top of their game" in all aspects of their business. Their representatives were friendly, helpful and always punctual. We would definitely use them again.
Travel Advisor:
Maxine Weinberg
Recommended
South Africa Fall 2018
By: EddyG
Reviewed on: 02 Dec 2018
Our experience with Wilderness Safaris was excellent. All the staff and subcontractors who worked with us were knowledgeable and couldn't have been more helpful. The accommodations were first class, the food was great, and the drink seemed bottomless.
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
Recommended
They have their act together!
By: KatSRQ
Reviewed on: 18 Dec 2018
I am not exaggerating when I say that they think of everything. The staff in each of the camps was warm, cordial, professional, and attentive to our every need. They were on top of everything to ensure that we enjoyed the trip of a lifetime. Very warm memories of the staff members we got to know so well.
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Three Camp Review
By: George
Reviewed on: 08 Apr 2019
Our experience was outstanding. We had a family member who was a celiac and all three camps handled this dietary issue wit aplomb. Folks were very obliging and went out of their way to make us comfortable and welcome.
Travel Advisor:
Natasha Rhodes
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Great!
By: casey mcd
Reviewed on: 06 Sep 2019
Clean transportation, friendly, prompt
Travel Advisor:
Susan Moynihan
Recommended
Great Tour Operator
By: NP
Reviewed on: 26 Sep 2019
Wilderness Safaris never disappoints. Their properties and logistics are fantastic.
Travel Advisor:
Honey Mistry
Recommended
WONDERFUL
By: KCarlson
Reviewed on: 06 Jun 2021
We couldn’t be happier with Sam, our tour operator. He was prompt, friendly, knowledgeable and went out of his way to ensure that my husband and I were happy, safe, informed and comfortable. Each day with him was a new adventure and we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. He even checked on us after we got home to make sure our travel home went well. Thank you Samo!!
Travel Advisor:
Robin Gill
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Amazing Safaris through Wilderness
By: Rachel
Reviewed on: 16 Sep 2021
We had no idea that a safari operator could deliver on 5-star service quite like Wilderness did! They had every single detail nailed down perfectly. We were SO impressed with all three camps we went to. We are so appreciate of the level of service, the kind and knowledgeable safari guides and overall first-class service we received every step of the trip. The food was incredible!
Travel Advisor:
Kim Shraibati
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Safari
By: Safari 2022
Reviewed on: 12 Apr 2022
Wilderness Safaris Botswana was great to work with. Staff and facilities were super.
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
Recommended
Great trip
By: Stuman
Reviewed on: 11 Apr 2022
Beautiful surroundings, excellent accommodations and attentive staff
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
Recommended
Botswana Safari
By: Botswana Safari
Reviewed on: 08 Apr 2022
The Wilderness Safari camps were excellent, each offering unique attributes. Staff at Qorokwe, Little Vumbura and Kings Pool were outstanding and service was impeccable. Customer service employees in the United States could learn a lot from the Wilderness Safari staffs in Botswana.
Travel Advisor:
Ralph Iantosca
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Botswana
By: Curdeb
Reviewed on: 05 Aug 2022
Great lodges and guides. This is our second time using Wilderness. Look forward to using Wilderness and look forward to using them again on our next African adventure.
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
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Highly Recommend this Group
By: Allison & Lee
Reviewed on: 17 Aug 2022
Wow, just wow!!!! The trip coordination was seamless. The people were gracious and knowledgeable, the accommodations were terrific. Each camp had it's own unique style and set up. The rooms were comfortable, the staff and food was amazing and our guides--they were beyond spectacular. We learned so much and enjoyed this trip!!!!
Travel Advisor:
Michael King
Recommended
Scotland/Ireland
By: GEM
Reviewed on: 17 Oct 2023
My husband and I were lucky enough to have professional guides drive us through Scotland and Ireland. Both of them were excellent travel guides, providing alternative plans for us when weather events made our scheduled itinerary impossible. They have extensive knowledge of and love for their countries and readily shared that with us. Meeting the two of them, along with the city guides, dairy and oyster farm, and distillery tour guides, seaweed foraging expert, falconer, and salmon smokehouse owner were truly the most memorable experiences of our trip.
Travel Advisor:
Pascale LeJeune
Recommended
Fantastic Itinerary and guides
By: Rose
Reviewed on: 10 Mar 2024
We loved the itinerary and we were in such wonderful hotels. Our guides were top notch and the land transportation was wonderful. I would truly use Wilderness again! Thy know Africa !!!
Recommended
Guides
By: Bob
Reviewed on: 11 Jun 2024
Our guides were excellent and VERY knowledgable about Northern Ireland.
Travel Advisor:
Kiersten Murnane
Recommended
Great South Africa Vacation
By: Burstein Family
Reviewed on: 05 Jul 2024
Overall Wilderness did a great job guiding us through South Africa. The guides did an excellent job and were knowledgeable and dependable. Cars/transportation were comfortable. They did however miss several items on our itinerary for which we prepaid:
1. A kayaking experience
2. A day of visiting various wineries which they stated they couldn’t arrange because it was Sunday (so why did they set up this tour on a Sunday when we were there several days?)
3. A cooking class was missed because they got us there late so all we did was eat vs having the cooking experience.
4. They missed a scheduled airport arrival meeting to assist us through customs. We managed fine on our own, but again we paid for this service.
Despite these misses, the things they did do, they did reasonably well.
Travel Advisor:
Kim Rickels
Recommended
Awesome Ireland experience
By: Nicole W
Reviewed on: 14 Jul 2024
Our bike trip around the Arab islands was A plus. Our guide Kevin exceeded our expectations and we had a fun, active day and learned so much.
Travel Advisor:
Patricia Monahan
Recommended
Fabulous Camps!
By: Lynne
Reviewed on: 22 Sep 2024
Wilderness was a dream! The camps were all beautiful, the food excellent and the guides were so professional and kind. All of the staff in all of the camps were superb.
Travel Advisor:
Michelle Flessner
Recommended
West Island like a local
By: Harris
Reviewed on: 13 Oct 2024
Our trip was excellent and went without a hitch. Our guide Donncha was beyond outstanding. Punctual, informative, helpful and consierate and above all great fun. He knew the history, character and background of every where we visited . The hotels chosen were interesting and a bit quirky but fine. The transport was excellant.
Recommended
Africa trip
By: Cooper
Reviewed on: 11 Nov 2024
Wilderness was great to work with for our recent trip to Africa. The accommodations they provided were fantastic.
Travel Advisor:
Patti Mills-Roy
Recommended
Best Honeymoon Ever!
By: Nate and Kristi
Reviewed on: 27 Nov 2024
Wilderness was amazing! We went on a Honeymoon with them to Namibia, we stayed in some incredible lodges. All had great service and sense of place. A very reputable and professional operator, I cannot recommend more highly!
Travel Advisor:
Shannon Kircher
Sustainability
Our Commitment
Increasing the world’s wilderness, together
We are determined to have the greatest impact possible on the world’s wildlife, wilderness and local communities. Our mission is to double the amount of land we help conserve in the next decade. We believe that with the support of our guests, partners and greater collective it is achievable.
Our impact framework
We have always existed to protect, explore and expand the world’s wilderness. Today, we help protect 6 million acres (2.3 million hectares) of land. We channel our conservation and hospitality business as a force for lasting, positive impact. To achieve this, we focus our conservation and community empowerment programmes under three key impact pillars: Educate, Empower and Protect.
Our conservation and community non-profits
The threats to our planet’s wilderness, wildlife and people are diverse, complex and highly interrelated. Our carefully selected impact beneficiaries help us achieve our goal through specific programmes of fieldwork and implementation.
Children in the Wilderness
Children in the Wilderness addresses vital life skills training, leadership development, and environmental education for children from villages neighbouring our Wilderness landscapes.
Wilderness Wildlife Trust
The Wilderness Wildlife Trust is our independent, dedicated fundraising arm, created to extend our reach and capacity to support deserving conservation initiatives.