Animal Welfare Policy
UPDATED November 2024
HOW TO HELP PROTECT WILDLIFE WHILE ON SAFARI
Embarking on a safari is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness majestic wildlife thriving in their natural environments. To ensure these experiences remain sustainable, it’s vital to prioritize the protection of animals while creating unforgettable memories.
Through our partnership with World Animal Protection, we are proud to champion a tourism industry free from animal cruelty. Every wildlife experience offered by The Travel Corporation (TTC) and its family of brands adheres to TreadRight’s animal welfare policy, rooted in the Five Domains of Animal Welfare.
View our full Animal Welfare Policy here.
TIPS FOR PROTECTING WILDLIFE DURING YOUR SAFARI
A small change to your phone and social media settings can make a big difference in safeguarding Africa’s wildlife.
WHY IT MATTERS
Did you know that geo-tags in social media posts can unintentionally aid poachers in locating endangered animals? When photos or videos are shared with embedded location data, they reveal the exact whereabouts of these animals, putting them at serious risk. By simply turning off geo-tagging before posting, you can help protect wildlife while preserving your safari memories.
HOW TO ADJUST YOUR PRIVACY SETTINGS
SMARTPHONES
- iPhone
Navigate to Settings > Privacy > Location Services. You can either turn off Location Services entirely or disable it specifically for your camera app.
- Android
Go to Settings > Geotags to disable location tagging for photos, or turn off Location Tracking completely by visiting Settings > Locations and toggling it off.
SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS
Ensure your account is private by enabling “Private Account” in your settings. When sharing posts, avoid using the “Add Location” feature to keep locations private.
Open Settings > Privacy > Location Services, set Facebook’s location sharing to “Never,” and turn off Location History under Account Settings > Location.
- X
Check your settings under Privacy > Location Services to confirm geotagging is disabled. Adjust these settings either in the app or through the gear icon when posting from a computer.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
If you have concerns about wildlife safety or your safari experience, reach out to us directly at animalwelfare@treadright.org. Our team is committed to addressing every inquiry promptly to uphold our wildlife protection values.
Together, we can help preserve the extraordinary beauty of Africa and protect its incredible wildlife for generations to come.