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Safari ChangeMakers

Karin Jones, ArtisansOfSafari.com 17 episodes Latest Jun 2, 2026

Acclaimed Safari Specialist Karin Jones speaks with the continent's most respected visionaries for sustainable tourism, and explores the challenges threatening Africa's wildlife legacy, including overtourism, human-wildlife conflict, climate crisis impacts, community empowerment, and the future of ethical safari experiences. Karin Jones has been recognized by both Travel+Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler magazines as one of the industry's best designers of Custom Safaris, with nearly four decades in the industry, and brings her first-hand knowledge and long-time contacts to the conversation.

Episodes

South Africa Field Mission: Inside a Black Rhino Collaring Jun 2, 2026 00:40:15 What does it actually feel like to kneel beside a sedated, critically endangered black rhino—knowing only 6,000 of her kind remain on earth?Host Karin Jones found out firsthand during a high-stakes field mission at Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. In this raw, on-the-ground episode, Karin joins Angus Douglas (Managing Director of Kwandwe) for a live rhino collaring procedure in South Africa’s Eastern
Kenya: Two Maasai Dared. Their Land. Their Camp. Jun 1, 2026 00:30:19 What does it really look like when indigenous communities take control of their own land — and turn it into a conservation powerhouse? If you've ever wondered whether safari tourism can genuinely uplift the people who call Africa home, this conversation will inspire you.Host Karin Jones sits down with Jackson Looseyia and Dominic Nchoe, the Maasai co-founders of Tangula Mara — the first safari cam
Madagascar & Zambia: Lemurs, Girls Power & Children Once Hidden May 31, 2026 00:33:06 What if your safari trip could rescue lemurs, restore coral reefs, keep girls in school — and change how entire communities see children with special needs? In this powerful combined episode of Safari ChangeMakers, host Karin Jones pulls back the curtain on one of Africa's most remarkable conservation and community stories.We go behind the scenes at Time & Tide Lodges — first with CEO Bruce Si
Kenya’s Super Tuskers: The Legacy of Craig in Amboseli May 30, 2026 00:30:38 The Death of a Giant: Why Craig the Elephant’s Passing is a Global Success StoryA million-dollar elephant just died of old age in Kenya — and that is the greatest conservation victory you'll hear about this year. But who protected Craig, the giant tusker, and what happens now that he's gone?Recorded on-site at Angama Amboseli, at the foothills of Kilimanjaro, Karin Jones sits down with two of the
The Samburu & The 60-Room Hotel That Never Was - Kalepo Camp Oct 23, 2025 01:02:48 When Rob and Storm Mason first sat down with the elders of the Samburu community in northern Kenya, the elders envisioned a 60-room luxury hotel. But the Masons had a vision for Kalepo Camp — an intimate six-tent property designed to attract high-value travelers seeking deep connection, not mass consumption. This episode details Kalepo’s success. The Samburu community holds equity in the land; the
Lippa and Tarquin Woods - Wild Hill, Kenya Oct 9, 2025 00:38:27 A former bean farm, in partnership with the local community, has been transformed into a thriving wildlife conservancy in the Masai Mara of Kenya.
Jeremy Bastard - Sarara Camp, Northern Kenya Sep 25, 2025 00:46:50 Second generation conservationist Jeremy Bastard tells the remarkable success story of the 're-wilding' of the area surrounding the stunning Sarara Camp in Northern Kenya - and of the partnership with the Samburu people that has become a model throughout Africa. Jeremy also outlines the support Sarara has given to Reteti Elephant Orphanage in the Namunyak Coservancy.
James Suter - Filmmaker & Top Guide Sep 11, 2025 00:49:59 The acclaimed creator of 'Edge of Existence', a raw look at human-wildlife conflict in Africa, also gives his impressions as a top Private Guide, and how client visits can translate into transformational events.
Clive Stockil - Conservation Before it Was Cool Aug 28, 2025 00:54:57 Karin Jones speaks with Prince William Conservation Lifetime Achievement Awardee, Clive Stockil - a true community conservation visionary, & founder of Chilo Gorge Lodge.
Lewa House - Calum & Sophie Macfarlane Aug 14, 2025 00:48:09 Calum & Sophie Macfarlane of Lewa House talk about the Lewa Conservancy in Kenya that has been a leader in Rhino preservation, and much more. Hosted by acclaimed Safari Specialist Karin Jones.
Andrew & Chyulu Francombe Jul 31, 2025 00:48:00 He flies guests into volcanic craters. Her fight is on the ground. Their family’s past carries a royal secret—and their future, a wild vision for Kenya.
Part 1 - Colin Bell - Safari Pioneer Jul 30, 2025 00:34:47 Part 1 - Legendary Safari pioneer Colin Bell gives an historical perspective and inspiring blueprint for the future of restorative tourism in this wide ranging discussion with Karin Jones.

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