Better World

Founded in 1934, Rwanda’s Akagera National Park boasts a history as long and illustrious as some of the continent’s most renowned wildlife areas, yet it remains little known in a country that is much more famous for its gorilla trekking than it is for its only Big Five game reserve. African Parks Regional Ops Manager for Rwanda Jes Gruner talks about Akagera’s diversity and natural beauty, trackin...

What does it take to move 30 rhino across more than half the length of Africa? Simon Naylor, Conservation Manager at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve speaks about translocating a Boeing 747 full of rhinos from South African to Rwanda to create a new breeding stronghold in Akagera National Park. Find out why the largest rhino translocation ever took place and what challenges it entailed, as...

In this second episode of a two-part series with &Beyond shareholders, Africa Foundation supporter Jessica Getty discusses her love for Africa, from her early days working as a chef at &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge to deciding to make South Africa her family home. Discover her dedication to growing and developing staff members, and find out how she and her husband have contributed to the edu...

Tara Getty, &Beyond shareholder and trustee of Wild Impact (previously known as Africa Foundation), speaks about his enduring love affair with Africa. From his early years working at &Beyond (then Conservation Corporation) to the home he has created near &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve . Listen to him reminisce about the early years at &Beyond Phinda, speaking about the develop...

Marine scientist Ryan Daly and fisheries biologist JD Filmalter speak about the marine predator tagging project running in the Bazaruto Archipelago , explaining what species are targeted, how they are tagged and monitored, and what information is gathered. Discover how tracking the movements of the marine world’s top predators can lead to an enhanced understanding of their lifecycle and contribute...

What does it truly mean to give nature a chance? Is it enough for us simply not to interfere or is a more active approach required? &Beyond CEO Joss Kent talks about the meticulous planning and management that is necessary to drive the regeneration of the world’s wild places.  How can the travel industry navigate the return of tourism while balancing growing environmental awareness with the de...

Group Human Resources & Training Director Linda King speaks about the launch of the &Beyond Academy, an initiative three years in the making. Designed to empower &Beyond staff by allowing them to earn both internal and external qualifications while working, the Academy builds on a long-standing tradition of training and development, as well as a commitment to promoting from within. Now...

&Beyond Conservation & Community Impact Director Tony Adams unravels the meaning of responsible travel and speaks about how tourism can help make a difference to the world’s wild places, their inhabitants, and the communities that surround them. He provides advice for travellers who seek to leave behind nothing but footprints, detailing what questions to ask to ensure that they are travell...

&Beyond CEO, Joss Kent looks back on nine years spent at the helm of the conservation-led travel company, building on its vision to leave the world a better place. He describes the magic that happens when an unshakeable sense of purpose comes together with the financial discipline and planning necessary for long-term sustainability. Find out about the sound business decisions necessary to achi...

&Beyond CMO Nicole Robinson and Dale Forbes, Head of Strategic Business Development at SWAROVSKI OPTIK, talk about the shared values that brought together the African-based luxury travel brand and the Austrian manufacturer of quality binoculars. Find out how the two worked to develop the recently launched limited edition birding itineraries, which span destinations as diverse as Bhutan , Sri L...

Toby Sinclair from &Beyond Asia talks about his love affair with India’s rivers, describing their ever-changing landscapes and the traces of India’s culture and history that can be found along their banks. Find out about the birds and wildlife that can be spotted from a riverboat cruise in India and discover more about the Iconic Brahmaputra River Cruise .

Skipper Mareja, Regional Human Resources Manager for &Beyond Botswana, talks about his experiences in tourism, from managing lodges in the Okavango Delta to making a difference in the lives of local communities. Discover what it’s like to run a brand new lodge in the Delta and the intricacies of working with tented camps that move every five days. Find out about the challenges faced by the com...

Nonhlanhla Ambrose talks about the Hustle Economy Programme run by Wild Impact (previously known as Africa Foundation) and how it is empowering young people and women in South Africa’s rural areas not only to make a living but to plan for a brighter future. Find out about this innovative project, which equips young ‘hustle-preneurs’ with the skills and insight to turn their dreams into reality, ea...

Dr Raghu Chundawat talks about tiger conservation in India, from the inception of Project Tiger in the 1970s to the threats and challenges facing India’s tiger population 50 years on and his hopes for the future. Find out why tiger reserves were established in India almost 50 years ago and how they work. Learn about the successes of Project Tiger and what they have meant for the conservation of ot...

Is Africa’s Big Five in danger of becoming the Big Four? Lions are one of Africa’s most iconic species and a drawcard for millions of tourists, however, lion populations have declined by 50% in the last 25 years. The species is now considered critically endangered. As apex predators, lions are critical not only as a key indicator of how well the entire ecosystem is doing, but also as a means of ma...

Radio DJ Msizi James speaks about his journey with &Beyond and Wild Impact (previously known as Africa Foundation), from his romantic engagement at Private Game Reserve to becoming involved in conservation and community projects in and around Phinda Private Game Reserve. Listen to the story of how an intimate engagement experience in an open-air treehouse in the heart of a Big Five game reserv...

Diving among the shoals of the Sardine Run, following in footsteps of a translocation that brought a species back from local extinction or learning how an African conservation model helped saved a South American species - join in the celebration of &Beyond’s 30 year anniversary with a series of limited edition experiences. Listen to the extraordinary individuals who will be hosting these journ...

Blessed with diverse landscapes, home to a multitude of cultures, and birthplace of a number of the world’s major religions, India has far more than just temples and tigers to offer. Toby Sinclair from &Beyond Asia takes us off the beaten path as he shares private glimpses of India’s lesser-known wonders, from ancient battlefields to marvels of natural history and unexpected details of a myria...

Part of an exquisite coral atoll off the east coast of Zanzibar, &Beyond Mnemba Island is known for its warm, clear waters and the abundance of marine life off its shores. Dive Centre Manager Chris Barfoot speaks about what divers and snorkelers can hope to experience in the balmy waters surrounding the island. Listen to him explain how the Mnemba Island team works with Oceans Without Borders...

The prospect of travelling might sound intimidating right now, with shifting Covid restrictions and a lot of conflicting information muddying the water. But, for those of us who yearn for the pure joy that came with days of unencumbered exploration, it can also be extremely rewarding provided that you take all the required precautions. &Beyond guest, Sherry Potter describes her experience trav...

Everyone knows that holiday calories don’t count and sampling the local cooking is essential to any travel experience. But how do you deliver on this while keeping in mind healthy and sustainable options such as plant-based cooking, especially while based in a remote destination? Regional Executive Chef for &Beyond Botswana Murray Weakley talks about the food philosophy at &Beyond, explain...

Jules Harding from award-winning South African band GoodLuck chats about what it was like playing their first live gig in the African bush at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve. Find out about the thrills and challenges of sensitively setting up a concert in the midst of an ancient sand forest, and hear about the natural inspirations behind the band’s trademark sound. Discover what the band l...

With their characteristic profile and gentle gaze, giraffes are one of Africa’s most iconic species. And yet, few people are aware that giraffe numbers have declined almost 30% over the past three decades. Julian Fennessy of the Giraffe Conservation Foundation talks about the challenges that come with dwindling wild habitat and increased human encroachment. Find out about the threats facing Africa...

What does it take to convert an interest in your environment into the beginning of a lifelong career in conservation or wildlife management? Find out about the innovative programme being run at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve which is offering young members of surrounding communities the opportunity for the type of hands-on knowledge and skills development that can help launch a career.  R...

&Beyond guests, Laura Cicerale and Michael Screnci reminisce about their African honeymoon, from the beginning stage of choosing a destination, planning, and research to the end result – an unforgettable adventure to mark the beginning of their married life. Listen to their tips and advice, and find out why they recommend working with a travel planner with real-life destination knowledge. Laur...