Our Story

At Natural Habitat Adventures, conservation is our business model. Our mission—conservation through exploration—links wildlife travel directly to measurable environmental impact. Since 1985, we’ve built a conservation travel company where every expedition supports the protection of the ecosystems we visit.

We were the world’s first 100% carbon-neutral travel company, and we continue to lead in sustainable travel innovation. That means reducing emissions, investing in climate solutions and operating with transparency about our environmental footprint.

Travel, when structured responsibly, can be a force for protection.

Protecting Wildlife, From Big Cats to Coral Reefs

Every Nat Hab expedition centers on wildlife and the long-term survival of species. Through our global partnership with World Wildlife Fund, Nat Hab and our guests have collectively contributed more than $45 million to conservation programs worldwide.

These funds support:

• Species monitoring and scientific research

• Anti-poaching patrols

• Habitat restoration

• Community-based conservation initiatives

• Policy work grounded in science

From jaguars in Brazil to polar bears in the Arctic and coral reef systems in marine reserves, travel revenue helps safeguard biodiversity in some of the world’s most vulnerable ecosystems.

We also invest in sustainable travel technology. Nat Hab pioneered electric safari vehicles in Botswana and Peru, reducing emissions while minimizing disturbance during wildlife viewing. Across all modes of transport—land, river and air—we prioritize lower-impact operations and continuous improvement.

Supporting Communities That Sustain Conservation

Wildlife conservation succeeds when local communities benefit from protecting natural resources. Our travel model directs economic value toward rural regions, conservation-managed lands and locally owned businesses.

We prioritize:

• Hiring regional guides and staff

• Partnering with conservation-focused lodges

• Supporting ranger training and wildlife corridors

• Funding education and community development projects

Through Nat Hab Philanthropy, we extend support to grassroots conservation organizations working to protect habitat, preserve cultural heritage and build sustainable livelihoods.

This approach began with our earliest expeditions, which provided ecotourism alternatives in regions facing wildlife exploitation. That principle remains central to how we operate today.

Climate Leadership & Accountability

As a carbon-neutral travel company, Nat Hab measures and offsets 100% of the carbon emissions generated by our trips. Through Carbon Clear Vision, we provide trip-specific carbon data, detailing emissions and the verified climate projects used to offset them.

We publish an annual Sustainability Report outlining our environmental performance, progress and challenges. Transparency is part of accountability.

Our climate strategy includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and investment in emerging solutions such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Direct Air Capture technology. These efforts support our long-term goal of reaching net-zero emissions.

Conservation is not an ancillary benefit of our travel experiences. It is the purpose behind them. Every expedition is designed to contribute to wildlife protection, climate responsibility and the long-term resilience of the natural world.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nat Hab turn travel into conservation impact? 
Trip revenue supports wildlife protection, habitat conservation and community-based initiatives through long-term partnerships, including World Wildlife Fund.

What does it mean that Nat Hab is 100% carbon-neutral? 
We measure the full carbon footprint of every trip and offset 100% through verified climate projects, while actively investing in emissions-reduction technologies and sustainable fuel solutions.

How does my trip help protect wildlife? 
Travel dollars contribute to species monitoring, anti-poaching patrols, habitat restoration and science-driven conservation programs in the destinations we visit.

How are local communities involved in conservation? 
We prioritize local employment, conservation-managed lodges and regional partnerships so that protecting wildlife creates long-term economic value.

How transparent is Nat Hab about its environmental impact? 
We publish an annual Sustainability Report and provide trip-specific carbon data through Carbon Clear Vision, detailing emissions, offsets and progress toward net zero.