About Us
Our Origins
Sixteen years ago, we went to Africa and never got over it. Wild Ecotours was born from that obsession and every safari we lead is still infused with it.
Our Mission
To create transformative wildlife experiences that fund the ecosystems that make them possible. Every journey is a thrill for you and a lifeline for the wild.
Our Promise
Eight to twelve people. A private chef. A ranger who reads the ground like a map. This is what adventure looks like when it's done right.
Our Leader
Jackie Navarro
Degreed biologist. Behaviorist.
Author. Conservationist.
Jackie has spent 15+ years in the field studying the ecosystems most people only see in photographs and actively fighting to protect them across Africa and Asia.
On safari with Jackie, you won't just spot wildlife. You'll understand it.
Jackie with cheetah Victor, who was known as the “Polka Dot Prince,” one of many creature teachers who inspired animal conservation. (Photo by Charlie Neuman for the San Diego Union Tribune, 2019.)
Our Partner
Cheetah Outreach
Trust USA
Our partnership with Cheetah Outreach Trust USA* reflects our commitment to protecting cheetahs where they need it most. Jackie's involvement with the Trust helps bridge unforgettable wildlife experiences with meaningful conservation, ensuring that every adventure has a lasting impact beyond the safari. Learn more about the Trust's conservation work or consider supporting its mission.
*Wild EcoTours and Cheetah Outreach Trust USA are not affiliated with "Cheetah Outreach" in any way. They are entirely separate organizations with no organizational or operational relationship.