Elephant selfies might hurt more than help. Learn how to choose ethical wildlife experiences in Africa.
🦁 Real conservation starts with informed travel.
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Are You Really Helping? A Guide to Ethical Wildlife Tourism in Africa
Not all safari experiences are created equal. Behind the scenes of some wildlife tours are cruelty, exploitation, and greenwashing. Here's how to make sure your adventure actually protects wildlife.
🚫 What NOT to Support:
Elephant riding or selfies
Petting cubs — most are bred for canned hunting
Performing animals or circus-style attractions
Sanctuaries with no transparency
✅ What to Look For:
Lodges that fund anti-poaching efforts
Certified ethical sanctuaries (like Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Kenya)
Guides trained in wildlife protection
Tourism that benefits local communities = less poaching incentive
Top Ethical Wildlife Spots:
Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Kenya
Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve – Malawi
Tswalu Kalahari – South Africa
Chimpanzee Sanctuary – Ngamba Island, Uganda
🛡️ Protecting wildlife starts with where you go. See TUVA’s full Ethical Safari Guide