Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris
Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris
In-depth nature & wildlife tours in outstanding destinations
Cheesemans' Ecology Safaris, born from the passion of Doug, Gail, and Ted Cheeseman, continues its legacy under the new leadership of Scott Davis and Krista Hanni. Since 1980, the company has been a pioneer in organizing unique wildlife and nature tours worldwide, known for their abundant and photogenic subjects. With Ted Cheeseman now serving as an independent advisor, the company upholds its commitment to immersive nature experiences, emphasizing wildlife photography, conservation, and expert-led small group tours. Our custom itineraries, honed over 35+ years, ensure unforgettable journeys into the heart of the natural world.
Good to know
- Tours designed to maximise field time
- Ecology & nature specialists
- Responsible tourism advocates
Key information
| Destinations | North America, Central America, South America, Africa, Antarctica, Europe, Middle East, Central Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, Oceania |
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| Activity | Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, History, Solo Travel |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour |
Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris tours
Ecuador & Galapagos Islands In-Depth
| Destinations | The Amazon Basin, The Galapagos Islands |
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| Activity | Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Beach, Family, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Birdwatching, National Parks, Solo Travel |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour |
Bhutan Photo Safari
| Destinations | Bhutan |
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| Activity | Safari, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, History, Solo Travel |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Small group tour |
Preferred hotels
A small selection of Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris's carefully-selected hotels. All hotels can be changed to suit your requirements and budget
Shongwe Lookout Lodge
Our award-winning lodge offers 23 beautifully furnished rooms set in the suburbs of Zimbabwe’s most famous wildlife town, Victoria Falls. The rooms surround our unique Lookout Tower, which offers stunning views of the Zambezi River, and the mist rising above the world-famous Victoria Falls, for which our lodge takes its local name.
M/S Samba
The Samba, a sleek and compact vessel, offers comfortable lodgings for guests during their Galapagos Islands trip. Its impressive features are designed to ensure that your journey to the Galapagos will be an unforgettable experience.
Bellavista Cloud Forest Lodge
Bellavista is at the southern edge of the Choco/Andean hotspots of biodiversity – that stretches from south western Colombia to northwestern Ecuador. And equally important, Bellavista is part of the Mindo Area of International Importance for Birds, the first area so designated in South America, by Birdlife International in 1997.Bellavista is a dream come true, for every nature lover and bird-watcher whose imagination is stimulated by the idea of a Cloud Forest. A certified ecolodge it exists within a 700 hectare private reserve full of endemic birds, mammals, orchids and other species.
Flatdogs Camp
Flatdogs Camp is on the border of the South Luangwa National Park, one of the last great wildlife wonders of the world. It is nine thousand square kilometres (3,475 square miles) of pristine wilderness and Flatdogs offers the perfect gateway. The South Luangwa NP has been visited by wildlife enthusiasts from all over the world since its creation in 1972
At Flatdogs we pride ourselves on offering accommodation to rival the up-market lodges, at a fraction of the cost. Our range of South Luangwa accommodation options aim to suit all kinds of varied hominids – there are cool and spacious Chalet rooms, the wild & unique Jackalberry Treehouse, the airy Safari Tents with 270° views and the top-level bliss of the Crocodile Nest. We also have a swimming pool, WiFi in the main area, a book swap, and a curio shop supporting local artists and artisans.
What's included
All trips with Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris include the following services. Get in touch to find out more.
| Accommodation |
All nights in meticulously-chosen accommodations |
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| Guided excursions |
Safaris escorted by our top-of-the-range expert guides |
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| Ground transfers |
All ground transfers, connections and pickups |
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| Some meals | ||
| Support |
Your adventure awaits
Speak to Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris for expert advice
