&Beyond Social Media Specialist Josh van der Ploeg looks back at his career as a guide in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, from his initial training course to his years at &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp and the many research and travel opportunities that came his way. Find out how a project to create an ID kit for leopards in the Sabi Sand led to a camera trapping adventure in the deserts of Saudi Arabia and how years spent as a wildlife guide translate to a career in marketing.

Founded in 1934, Rwanda’s Akagera National Park boasts a history as long and illustrious as some of the continent’s most renowned wildlife areas, and yet it remains relatively little known in a country that is much more famous for its gorilla trekking than it is for its only Big Five game reserve. African Parks Regional Ops Manager for Rwanda Jes Gruner talks about Akagera’s diversity and natural beauty, explaining the operational model that has been used to transform it into one of Africa’s prime conservation success stories over the past 12 years.

What does it take to move 30 rhino across more than half the length of Africa? Simon Naylor, Conservation Manager at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve speaks about translocating a Boeing 747 full of rhinos from South African to Rwanda to create a new breeding stronghold in Akagera National Park. Find out why this ground-breaking feat was necessary and what it took to be accomplished.

&Beyond shareholder and Africa Foundation supporter Jessica Getty discusses her love for Africa, from her early days working at &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge to deciding to make South Africa her family home. Discover her dedication to growing and developing staff members, as well as contributing to the educational and healthcare needs of rural communities. Find out about how her passion for conservation extended to the marine environment and what projects she and her family are involved in.

&Beyond shareholder and Africa Foundation trustee Tara Getty speaks about his enduring love affair with Africa, from the early days of ecotourism to his passion for caring for land and marine environments. Listen to him reminisce about the early days at &Beyond Phinda and the changes he had seen in the reserve and its surroundings over the past 30 years, as well as his hopes for the future.

Marine scientist Ryan Daly and fisheries biologist JD Filmalter speak about the marine predator tagging project running in the Bazaruto Archipelago, explaining what species are targeted, how they are tagged and monitored, and what information is gathered. Find out the significance of this fascinating study and learn how you can contribute by taking part in the Oceans Without Borders Marine Predator Tagging Expedition.

What does it truly mean to give nature a chance? &Beyond CEO Joss Kent talks about the meticulous planning and management that is necessary to drive the regeneration of the world’s wild places. Find out what themes and topics are truly important in sustainable travel and how both tour operators and travellers can help to drive genuine change.

Group Human Resources & Training Director Linda King speaks about the launch of the &Beyond Academy, an initiative three years in the making.

&Beyond Conservation & Community Impact Director Tony Adams unravels the meaning of responsible travel and provides advice for travellers who seek to leave behind nothing but footprints. Find out what questions to ask to ensure that you are travelling with a responsible tourism company and hear some examples of what &Beyond is doing to help leave the world a better place.

&Beyond CEO, Joss Kent describes the magic that happens when an unshakeable sense of purpose comes together with the financial discipline and planning necessary for long-term sustainability. Listen to practical tips and hints for business leaders seeking to drive sustainable goals and find out how &Beyond’s strong sense of purpose has made the business resilient in spite of the impacts of Covid-19.