“Zambia never disappoints. It feels like home” – Stacy James, Co-Founder and CEO Dazzle Africa, an award-winning, woman-founded 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers incredible safaris blending with philanthropy in Zambia.
There is nothing more magical than viewing a wild animal in nature. Seeing a herd of elephants cross the African savannah or even something as common as a crimson-red American cardinal captivates us. Given humans’ love for wildlife and nature, it is no surprise that wildlife tourism is experiencing significant growth.
Per Grand View Research, “the global wildlife tourism market is expected to reach USD 34.62 billion by 2030. Increased awareness and concern about global climate change and loss of species has led to increased demand for wildlife adventures, and tourism companies are working hard to meet it. With an increase in wildlife tourism, big challenges persist such as potential environmental damage, habitat disruption, and the risk of over-tourism which can negatively impact wildlife and local communities.
The good news is that travelers are increasingly more aware and desire to book travel with sustainable, responsible companies and give back to the places they visit (Booking.com). As more travelers care about traveling and doing good, it is exciting news that safari outfitters such as Dazzle Africa (a women-led nonprofit that provides safaris in Zambia) are there to welcome travelers wanting to go on a trip of a lifetime while also making a positive impact.
Meet Dazzle Africa
Dazzle Africa is an award-winning safari outfitter that stands out from the rest by offering safaris that seamlessly blend luxury, adventure, and philanthropy into unforgettable, bespoke experiences.
Dazzle Africa, a woman-founded 501(c)(3) based in Las Vegas, began its journey when six women visited Zambia in 2011 and were deeply moved by the beauty and wildlife of this precious corner of the world. Knowing they needed to take action, Dazzle Africa was born, and they launched their first guest safari in 2012.
With 12 years of safari experience, Dazzle Africa has been recognized by Travel and Leisure twice, in 2021 and 2024, in the Safari Operators Category. Over the years, Dazzle Africa has invested over $2.5 million in conservation, education, and clean water projects in Zambia, all while taking pride in curating exceptional experiences for their guests. It is one of the few non-profit safari outfitters in Zambia and is changing how guests experience and make lasting change with their life-changing safaris.
I had the wonderful opportunity to chat with the team at Dazzle Africa, Stacy James (Co-Founder and CEO), Amanda Dewey (Chief Operating Officer) and Lori Evans (Safari Director) to learn about their mission and why they are so passionate about the work they are doing on the ground in Zambia. Here is what they had to say. Continue reading