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Inspiring African Travel

James & Stuart
Transformative Travel
Transformational Travel
Lake Natron
Africa
Mobile Safaris
Maasai Culture
Conservation
Ol Doinyo Lengai
Tanzania
Lesser Flamingos
Wildlife Coexistence Initiative
Iwutu Winton Secondary School
Coral Restoration
Ngare Sero Gorge
Cape Town
Volcano Climbing
Adventure Travel
Sustainable Tourism
Ghana
Zanzibar

Welcome to Inspiring African Travel - the podcast sharing extraordinary African travel stories while honouring those driving positive change across the continent. Hosted by James Wilson and Stuart Parker, we've explored Africa's incredible diversity across eight seasons and over 50 episodes. From our early series featuring "Women in Travel" and "Local Heroes in Tourism" to "African Travel Tips" an... more

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Latest Episodes

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... more

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 l... more

James catches up with long-time podcast contributor Andrew Flatt for a ā€œHike with a Micā€ across Dartmoor National Park, UK. This through-and-through Botswana boy shares his transformational experiences that led him to Cape Town the profound nothingne... more

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 assu... more

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Dave Carson
Professional safari guide and founder of Kazuma Trails
Kazuma Trails
Episode: A Safari Guides role in the Transformative Travel journey in Africa - with Dave Carson
Lindsey Walters
Experienced travel professional and founder of Impact Travel Lab.
Impact Travel Lab
Episode: Exploring the meaning of Transformative Travel with industry expert Lindsey Walter

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James Wilson
Host at Inspiring African Travel, James shares insightful stories and promotes responsible travel throughout Africa.
Stuart Parker
Co-host of Inspiring African Travel, Stuart explores transformative travel experiences and shares narratives that uplift local communities and conservation efforts.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Awesome, REAL Content 🦁

    James, Julia, and Stuart are showcasing some of the most interesting, humble, and credible personalities in the safari business to light and are to be commended.

    They do so in such a courteous, professional, and fun forum, and it’s a pleasure to listen to each episode.

    Many of the stories, people, and experiences shared on their chats have to be heard to be believed. For the average traveler, we don’t really know that such experiences even existed!

    Relax, listen and be transported to a whol... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heeheyege
    United States5 years ago
  • Wonderful Conversation

    These folks deserve a ton more reviews than they have. They do a great job of sharing the beauty of Africa, and make you feel like you are part of conversation. Listen if you love travel and love Africa!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SMT213
    United States5 years ago
  • Down to Earth and inspiring

    It’s so wonderful to listen to a podcast involving such knowledgeable and down to earth local hosts and guests. Looking forward to hearing more about the hosts favourite African destinations. I am missing my African travels but the podcast has helped take me back :) Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarakatesinclair
    Australia5 years ago
  • Awesome project

    What a lovely project! Really enjoyed hearing such an inspiring story!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Therat 133
    South Africa5 years ago

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Listeners commend the engaging stories shared by local personalities, especially those who contribute positively to the tourism landscape. Many appreciate the podcast's commitment to responsible travel and the depth of the conversations that bring Africa's beauty to life. Feedback indicates that the hosts create an inviting atmosphere that transports listeners into a world of adventure, culture, and meaningful encounters.

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Exploring Lake Natron: Volcanoes, Adventure and Culture in Tanzania
Q: How long should someone spend at Lake Natron to experience it fully?
A minimum of three nights is recommended to enjoy the various activities and truly explore the area.
Exploring Lake Natron: Volcanoes, Adventure and Culture in Tanzania
Q: What makes Ol Doinyo Lengai so challenging to climb?
It is extremely steep with an elevation gain of about 1,700 meters and features a trail that can be very sketchy, especially when wet.

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Extraordinary journeys across Africa are the focus, highlighting enriching travel stories that emphasize positive change on the continent. Featuring a diverse array of topics from responsible travel and community upliftment to conservation efforts, each episode presents inspiring conversations with local guides, conservationists, and travel experts who share their unique insights and experiences. Topics include transformational travel, local heroes in tourism, and practical travel tips, offering listeners both depth and practical advice. The podcast also has a philanthropic element, supporting grassroots projects in Ghana, Zanzibar, and Botswana, demonstrating a commitment to leaving a positive impact in the areas featured.

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Inspiring African Travel launched 5 years ago and published 50 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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