Great Plains Conservation: The Catalyst for Africa’s Powerful Conservation Efforts
Raising the bar for conservation activists around the world, Great Plains Conservation is taking phenomenal strides to expand its influence on Africa and India alike. In their relentless efforts to conserve and enhance the wildlife of Africa, sustain local communities and economies, and provide visitors to Africa with the ultimate experience, many of the movers and shakers of conservation efforts from all over Africa are joining forces with Great Plains Conservation to execute one of the greatest conservation visions known to the world.
Together, these conservation tourism partners are working hard to protect the many fragile eco-systems and the animals that inhabit them by initiating conservation models that fight to prevent poaching, hunting, mining, pollution, and habitat abuse.
Further, Great Plains Conservation and its partners are quickly proving that their authentic and superior accommodations and services are some of the best in all of Africa.
Such conservation tourism partners joining Great Plains Conservation include . . .
 Selinda Reserve & Zarafa and Selinda Camps: Located on the eastern banks of the Selinda Spillway, the waterway that connects the Okavango Delta and the Linyanti water system, the 300-000 acre Selinda Reserve is speckled with wildlife-rich floodplains and savannas. Each of its complex eco-systems are home to a delightful mixture of wildlife including the elusive lion, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, water birds, leopard, and much more. Every day that you spend in the Selinda Reserve is a new day of spectacular adventure and wildlife observation.
 Ol Donyo Wuas: As a symbol of authenticity, tradition, and conservation, Ol Donyo Wuas is one of Kenya’s most exceptional and highly-acclaimed lodges. Its neighboring areas are home to the Big Five, making it the premier location for 4X4 game drives and walking safaris—included in the lodge's all-inclusive rate. Also included in the rate are horseback safaris past Mt Kilimanjaro, hiking up the Chyulu Hills, mountain biking the savannas, rooftop star beds, and exciting night drives.
 Olare Orok Conservancy & Mara Plains Camp: Situated on the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Mara Plains camp is in the heart of Africa’s largest concentration of lions, as well as the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra. With that in mind, it’s not hard to believe that Mara Plains is one of the best camps in all of Africa for those seeiking adventure and exceptional wildlife sightings. In an effort to preserve the 375,000 acres that make up the reserve and sustain the local community and economy, Mara Plains Camp is a major player in conservation efforts.
 The Selous Project & Lekula Selous Camp: Comprised of a full team of expert staff who believe in bringing the spirit of Africa and its radiant wildernesses to life for each and every guest, highly-experienced and certified guides at Tanzania’s Lukula Selous Camp have the unique ability to immerse every guest into their natural surroundings. Through their rich knowledge of the land, people, and animals, safari participants discover traditional tracking techniques and a variety of indigenous wildlife found throughout the area.
 Ride Kenya: As an affiliate of Ol Donyo Wuas, Ride Kenya is a horseback safari operation that offers half- and full-day riding safaris, as well as their infamous multiday luxury mobile horse safari. With access to over 1.4 million acres of unspoiled landscape, guests have the exclusive opportunity to ride amongst wildlife as they journey past the magnificent slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, through the giraffe speckled savannas, and over the dry lakebeds of Amboseli on horseback. The possibilities are endless.
There are also several non-profit trusts that partner with Great Plains including The Big Cat Initiative, The Maasailand Preservation Trust, and The Island Conservation Society. |
This week, we are excited to announce the Soul Safari Transformation, a 9-day journey to Zimbabwe experiencing the wonder and awe of one of the world's best safaris, Victoria Falls and the magic of the bush, combined with a life-changing workshop offered by pyschic and author Ainslie MacLeod. Last year's premier of the Soul Safari was such an enourmous success, we are offering it again. If you are interested in learning more, please register for a special webinar on Wednesday, March 17 at 9PM EST by clicking this link, 
I made so many great friends on last year's Soul Safari, that I keep in touch with. My mum even joined us on the journey last year, and Mum is going to be visiting us this year in North Carolina. I am looking forward to some of my Soul Safari friends coming to stay when Mum is here, I know a shopping trip is on the cards.
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