Gaia Safaris

Gaia noun /ˈɡaɪə/ [singular] the Earth.

The ecosystem of the Earth regarded as a self-regulating organism.

Crafting Bespoke Safari Experiences

Explore Africa's wild spaces with our expertly crafted itineraries and handpicked lodges.

Born of the Wilderness,

Guided by Experience

Gaia Safaris was born from dusty boots and countless sunrises in the African wilderness. Before we were a company, we were safari guides, completely captivated by the wild. We still are.

Being owner-operated isn't just a label for us - it's our entire philosophy.

It means the people crafting your safari are the same people who live and breathe this life every day. We don't rely on reports; we rely on our own firsthand experience and a network of friends and fellow experts we've trusted for years.

This is where we craft something truly extraordinary for you. Our journeys move with the natural rhythm of the bush, never reduced to a simple checklist.

We’ll guide you to exclusive, soul-restoring lodges we know and love, and open the door to experiences that reveal the wilderness far beyond the Big 5.

We want to share the Africa that we know and deeply love - the one that exists outside the pages of a brochure.

Let's start the conversation and map out your unforgettable story.