Safari Insight

Gavin Ford, one of the most well respected guides across Africa, chats with David about his life in the bush, guides training, starting the proficiency exam, safaris on Fothergill island and everything else his life has entailed. Support the show

Dive into the history of Great Zimbabwe with archeologist and historian Paul Hubbard. David and Paul chatting through the history of Zimbabwe whilst on a guides training course in Zim. Support the show

In this episode of Safari Insight, we sit down with renowned expert Andy Loveridge to dive deep into the world of lions and the groundbreaking research he leads with WildCRU and Panthera across Africa. From tracking prides and understanding lion behaviour to tackling the urgent conservation challenges they face, Andy shares frontline insights from decades in the field. With lion numbers having plummeted from around 90,000 in the 1970s to just 23,000 today, this conversation explores what’s dr...

Carina Grueninger, founder of Safari Destinations, has carved her own path through the male-dominated safari industry, redefining what it means to be a woman leading in this space. With vision and tenacity, she's broken barriers and built a successful business, proving that expertise and passion transcend gender. Her journey from navigating a man's world to championing women in tourism across Botswana stands as an inspiration to the next generation of women claiming their place ...

Rewilding is conservation’s new frontier - and James Ward is at its heart. Join us as we explore how James' company Rewild Safaris is reshaping travel, restoring ecosystems, and reconnecting us to the wild. James has a heart for Africa and rewilding it through safaris. Support the show