About Us

Let us handle the details, so you can focus on the adventure. Our expert team will curate a personalized safari itinerary, selecting the finest lodges and most captivating destinations to suit your budget and preferences. From the moment you leave home to the time you return, you'll be treated with exceptional service and unforgettable moments. Your dream safari, effortlessly realized. We specialise in both tailor-made and group travel, as well as corporate retreats and team building getaways. We pride ourself on combining properties in memorable locations with extraordinary experiences, complemented by full on-the-ground support.

Gaia Safaris was founded by Joana and Emilio, who have not only been together for several years but have also spent a significant part of their careers in the safari industry. Their partnership in creating Gaia Safaris came naturally from their shared passion for Africa's wild spaces. They put their hearts into it with boundless enthusiasm.

Joana is a French citizen originally from Guadeloupe. She has always had a profound connection with nature and travel. After spending a few years working in a communication agency in Paris, she embarked on a one-year road trip through South America. After this travel, she went on to discover the magic of Africa and fall deeply in love with it.

She obtained Safari and Trails guide qualifications through the Field Guides Association of South Africa. She then made South Africa her home with a determination to explore every corner that this diverse country has to offer.

Emilio, originally from Durban, South Africa, has had a lifelong passion for biodiversity. His knowledge of the natural world has been cultivated through years of education and hands-on experience. He is a professional Safari and Trails guide, with several years of expertise in the safari industry.

For Emilio, his profession is also his passion.

He is knowledgeable on a wide range of topics, from animal behavior, birding, botany, geology, to astronomy among others, and loves sharing immersive experiences with others.