Why Partnerships Matter in Conservation and Travel

I am very pleased to share some thoughts with you about something I care deeply about; partnerships in conservation focused travel. Africa Wild Trails collaborations are so much more than just working together, they are about building connections with the land, the wildlife, and the incredible people who help bring these experiences to life. When we join forces with others who share our values, we can create adventures that are not only exciting but also leave a positive mark on the world.

Whilst I feel that Africa Wild Trails partners with specific wild places that give our groups so much, I want to focus on partnering with people, and in this blog, with one specific person.

Africa Wild Trails is about creating authentic, immersive journeys through Africa’s most stunning wild places, while keeping conservation, community, and personal development in the forefront of our minds. Recently, we have teamed up with Haley Dahl and her wonderful company, Africa Eco Ventures. It has been amazing to work with Haley, and her love for wildlife and her thoughtful approach to sustainable travel is a great match for what we are doing.

Haley Dahl: A Champion for Africa

Haley’s story is truly inspiring. Having grown up in Africa, she’s spent her life exploring its hidden corners and building a deep understanding of its ecosystems which enables her to do what she does so well. Beyond her work with Africa Eco Ventures, Haley lends her expertise to a specific wildlife reserve, which gives her such a valuable insight into what conservation really needs. She’s someone who doesn’t just talk about protecting nature, she lives it.

What we all admire most about Haley is her commitment to keeping things real, as well as continually connecting people and places. She personally checks out every location she recommends, making sure each experience is special and responsibly planned which matches precisely with the ethos of Africa Wild Trails. Through Africa Eco Ventures, Haley offers exclusive, custom safaris and nature based adventures in South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, and Namibia, in beautiful untouched areas where you can feel the pulse of the wild without any crowds getting in the way.

Partnering To Bring Adventures to Life

Working with Haley has been great for us at Africa Wild Trails. Together, we have designed trips that blend excitement, adventure, relaxation, and a genuine connection to nature. Whether it's sighting wildlife in the South African bush or soaking in the vastness of the Namibian desert, every journey is tailored to the group, making it feel personal and unique.

It’s not just about the fun, there’s a bigger purpose as both of our companies care deeply about conservation, and we weave that into our trips. Travellers get to understand much more clearly the threats to nature, and the amazing conservation initiatives in place to help nature, and Haley is involved in many.

Building Trust and Making Memories

In travel, trust is everything, and partnering with someone as dedicated as Haley helps us deliver on that promise. Her hands on approach and honesty mean our clients can feel confident they’re getting something genuine. With her guidance, you don’t just visit Africa, you experience it in a way that stays with you for ever.

Why Partnerships Matter

Teaming up with Africa Eco Ventures on various trips shows how much we can achieve when we work with people who share our dreams. It’s about pooling our strengths to offer something truly special, and to create trips that thrill, inspire, and help protect Africa’s wild places for the future.

For anyone who joins one of our collaborations, it’s a chance to see the world differently, and enhance your own passion for nature.

Looking Ahead

At the end of the day, these partnerships are about more than just travel, they’re about caring for something bigger than ourselves. It has been such a pleasure collaborating with Haley, and I look forward introducing more people from around the world to the African adventures we partner on.

Ultimately, partnerships in conservation travel help us connect with the beauty of our shared world, and give us the ability to be a better voice for nature.

Angus