GVI Expeditions
With more than 25 years of experience training field guides and research staff, GVI Expeditions is the leader in ethical and sustainable conservation programs in Africa and around the globe. The company’s highly skilled staff members lead unique safari adventures in South Africa, Namibia and Kenya.
These aren’t just ordinary safaris — they’re adventures that range far off the beaten track, but still provide all the essential elements of a midrange to high end safari. They offer a chance to engage in conservation activities, immerse yourself in the bush and enhance your knowledge of local wildlife, conservation efforts, and the importance of the ecosystem through immersive learning experiences.
South Africa expeditions in the Greater Kruger region put guests on the frontline of conservation efforts, a chance to live and learn in a “Big Five” wilderness while gaining in-depth knowledge and experiencing thrilling bush adventures.
The eight-day itinerary includes sunrise and sunset game drives, conservation activities, tracking expeditions, sleepouts and storytelling evenings under the stars. Master the art of tracking, learn about animal behavior and basic rifle handling. Get photography tips and participate in ethical conservation discussions. Learn how to approach dangerous animals on foot and contribute to researching endangered species.
Kenya expeditions in the legendary Masai Mara take guests behind the scenes of wildlife conservation in one of the world's most iconic safari destinations. Learn about community-led conservation efforts while gaining in-depth knowledge and experiencing thrilling wildlife sightings.
Besides game drives and bush walks, the four-day Masai Mara itinerary features a rhino sanctuary experience, big cat tracking and bird, mammal and tree identification, as well as visits Maasai communities and markets.
Namibia expeditions unfold in the remote Damaraland region, one of the world's last remaining true wilderness areas. It’s a place of contrasts, a seemingly barren landscape that's actually teeming with life.
GVI’s five-day itinerary takes guests behind the scenes by tracking desert-dwelling elephants and learning about how elephants and other animals — giraffe, black rhino, oryx, brown and spotted hyena, lion, leopard, cheetah and more — have adapted to their arid environment.
