Wilderness

About Wilderness

Wilderness is a leading conservation and hospitality company dedicated to protecting and expanding Earth’s untamed wilderness. Established in 1983 by two passionate guides in Botswana, Wilderness now conserves over 6 million acres (2.3 million hectares) of iconic wild places across eight African countries, employing 3,000 staff and operating 60+ camps and lodges. Each year, it hosts more than 40,000 guests, immersing them in nature through intimate encounters with diverse landscapes, cultures, and wildlife.

Wilderness combines sustainable tourism with conservation, focusing on preserving unfenced, unpredictable wilderness while offering unparalleled safari experiences. The company operates Wilderness Air, a fleet of 29 aircraft, to connect guests to its private concessions and remote destinations. Through its non-profit entities and partnerships with airlines, NGOs, and global travel agencies, Wilderness furthers its mission of expanding wilderness areas and creating meaningful environmental and cultural impact.

With a rich history and global recognition, Wilderness has received accolades such as National Geographic’s Most Sustainable Hotel Award and the World Travel Award for leading safari lodges. From its beginnings in Africa to its current global impact, Wilderness continues to inspire conservation, offering transformative journeys in Earth’s wildest, most untamed places.