Inspiring African Travel

Hundreds of runners tackle the hardest flat ultra in the world across Botswana's Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. Hear the incredible stories of transformation, community spirit, and what happens when you push human limits in one of the most extraordinary landscapes.

James talks to life coach Linda Jean about what makes transformative travel truly transformative. A must listen for travel professionals and travellers alike. They explore the process from multiple perspectives – the traveller the guide and crucially the travel planner’s role in facilitating life-changing moments. Linda shares insights from her own travel experiences and professional [...

James joins Dave Carson, a professional safari guide and founder of Kazuma Trails & the Safari Insight podcast. They explore what makes the safari guide’s role so pivotal in making transformative travel moments, the importance of stripping back the layers to connect closer with Africa's wilderness, and the profound experiences Dave has witnessed with his travellers. From his camp in Hwange Nationa...

James joins Dave Carson, a professional safari guide and founder of Kazuma Trails & the Safari Insight podcast. They explore what makes the safari guide’s role so pivotal in making transformative travel moments, the importance of stripping back the layers to connect closer with Africa's wilderness, and the profound experiences Dave has witnessed with his travellers. From his camp in Hwange Nationa...

James catches up with long-time podcast contributor Andrew Flatt for a “Hike with a Mic” across Dartmoor National Park, UK. This through-and-through Botswana boy shares his transformational experiences that led him to Cape Town the profound nothingness of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and his life-changing involvement with Local Ocean Conservation in Watamu, Kenya. A great […]

What does transformative travel actually mean beyond the marketing jargon? Travel industry expert Lindsey Walter joins James to explore whether this trend is genuine substance or just another industry fad. From her first Kenya safari challenging assumptions about the future of the African travel industry to a deep dive into what businesses should be looking […]

Welcome to our new series exploring transformational travel in Africa! In our first episode, James catches up with Stuart as they drive across South Africa in a Tread Lite Jimny from Bonamanzi Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal to Wakkerstroom in Mpumalanga. During their journey through the South African countryside, they each share their three most profound […]

In this special episode, we take a heartfelt journey through a year of incredible achievements dedicated to the memory of Julia, our beloved co-founder and champion of Africa. As the fundraising year draws to a close on 26th January, there's still time to contribute. Join us as we reflect on the impact we've had through three inspiring projects: Groundbreaking wildlife roadkill mitigation research...

Welcome back to Inspiring African Travel! You’re tuning in to Episode 3 of our series Untamed Routes. In this series, we dive into off-the-beaten-path adventures—those that take you beyond the typical bucket-list destinations. Untamed Routes is all about uncovering the second biggest, the oldest, the longest—whatever it might be—that offers a different kind of thrill and...

Welcome back! This is episode 2 of our series, Untamed Routes. Today, we’re venturing into Tanzania to explore Mount Meru, the country’s second-highest peak, often overshadowed by its more famous neighbour, Kilimanjaro.  Untamed Routes is about seeking out destinations that aren’t necessarily on everyone’s radar. We’re drawn to places that might not be the highest, biggest, or...

Welcome back to Inspiring African Travel and the kickoff of our brand-new travel series! Hard to believe, but we’re now in Season 7—we’ve outstripped Breaking Bad and Ozark in terms of seasons! We’re feeling pretty pumped over here! This season, we’re excited to bring you Untamed Routes: Discovering Africa’s Hidden Treasures. Over the next two months, get ready f...