Great Plains Conservation

Great Plains Conservation is a serious contender for some of the world’s finest safari products. Instantly recognisable, the company’s camps strike the perfect balance between luxury and sophistication while remaining true to the original explorer-style safaris of a bygone era. Picture large decks made of repurposed wood, freestanding copper bath-tubs, storm lanterns, and vintage leather furniture, and you’ll start to get a sense of the aesthetic.

Great Plains camps are small and intimate, located in private reserves, and modelled on high-value, low-impact tourism. Many belong to an upper-tier Réserve-Collection and are also members of Relais & Châteaux, offering exceptionally high levels of service that never fail to impress. Meanwhile, their Explorer-Collection camps are unpretentious and more affordable, while still delivering outstanding, adventure-led wildlife experiences. Families and small groups seeking the ultimate in luxury and privacy can also choose one of the exclusive-use 2-bedroom residences, which come with dedicated vehicles and wildlife guides. In August 2025, the first of two brand-new, 3-bedroom Mpala Jena Private Villas opened on the banks of the Zambezi River in Zimbabwe. The Great Plains Foundation is responsible for several large-scale projects that help conserve Africa’s natural habitats and surrounding communities. This is the company’s driving force, and it takes pride in its long-term commitment to wildlife conservation.