Our environmentally and socially-responsible practices have seen 7 of our camps in Kenya receive Eco-Ratings from Eco-Tourism Kenya; 2 receiving Bronze and 5 a prestigious Gold!

And recently, our 5 Gold Eco-Rated properties received an international STEP certification with Sustainable Travel International. STI is accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) whose core mission is to establish and manage global sustainable standards with the aim of increasing sustainable tourism knowledge and practices among public and private stakeholders.  Our accreditations were not just at entry level Bronze, but we received an unprecedented direct promotion to Silver level for all 5 properties!

All Elewana properties in Tanzania have been certified with either a SEED or SAPLING eco rating with Responsible Tourism Tanzania.

We are full members of GSTC. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) establishes and manages global sustainable standards with the aim of increasing sustainable tourism knowledge and practices among public and private stakeholders. The GSTC is independent and neutral, serving the important roles of managing its global baseline standards for sustainability in travel and tourism, fostering increased knowledge and understanding of sustainable tourism practices, promoting the adoption of universal sustainable tourism principles, and building demand for sustainable travel.

So rest assured, when you enjoy a safari with Elewana, you are leaving behind a positive impact in East Africa.

Early May 2016 saw the launch of the Land & Life Foundation, the new charitable face of Elewana. Formerly the Cheli & Peacock Trust, the new foundation will continue building on the good work of the original trust in partnership with Elewana.

Land & Life Foundation carries out its conservation and community work in the wildlife and community areas surrounding Elewana’s properties. Visit the Land & Life Foundation website to read more on its programs in Nature Conservation, School Support, Medical Support and the successful Wildlife Warrior Program. After a visit to Elewana, we are sure you will be inspired to help protect the pristine wildlife areas you have experienced and encourage you to do so via the Land & Life Foundation.