At Expeditionists, we are family and community. We love interacting with Earth's beauty, nature, cultures and all those who live on it. Become part of our community by either donating, becoming an Expeditionist, assisting on someone else’s expedition, volunteering or signing up for our newsletter.
We love providing support to our African adventurers and explorers and their expeditions. However, we are not accepting donations at this time. Go to our charity page and get in contact with the charities we support
We want a journey with purpose. Got a great idea for an expedition? Or do you want to join one of our expeditions as an expeditionist? Submit your applications and proposals below!
Get the pdfThrough our creative team collaboration and volunteer program, we call for people to find their inner adventurer. By signing up as a volunteer, you will be able to participate on one of our expeditions by either joining and supporting an expedition on the ground with one of our adventurers for a certain period or from your home. We need people to create marketable “Africa Inspired” content (textual, visual and audio) that can be used for either awareness, educational or marketable purposes and then sold to brands and companies worldwide. All your hard work will be noted and you will be credited for it. Submit your application below.
We love supporting charities that are creating an impact in conservation, education, health, human rights advocacy, skills development and entrepreneurship across Africa. These are the current charities and causes that we support. Please get in contact with us if your charity or cause is interested in being associated to one of our current or future expeditions.
7 Summits with a Purpose is an initiative started in 2012 by Saray Khumalo. The aim of the initiative is to climb the seven highest mountains of the world and raise funds to build at least 5 libraries for under privileged schools in South Africa.
The Mandela Bangle initiative is an entity of Participate for Good Limited. It was established to provide ongoing funding for the Mandela Day Schools Library campaign.
The Lunchbox Fund is a Non-Profit Organisation that focuses on fostering education via nutrition by providing a daily meal for orphaned and at-risk school children in township and rural areas of South Africa.
Kids Haven is a registered Non Profit Organisation and Public Benefit Organisation that reintegrates children back to their communities so that they may take their rightful place in society – with support for the family.
Participate for Good is an online fully automated system and platform that allows people to generate funds through crowdfunding that can be use in the creation of libraries for the Nelson Mandela Library project.
Conservation Tokens is an NPO PBO focused on helping our environment including the fauna the flora, by assisting vetted organizations with supplies, materials, food, equipment and even land.Our dream is to buy swathes of land under Conservation Tokens, to either preserve for nature, or to reverse human destruction and urbanisation and to promote green growth. This would include setting up wildlife rehabilitation facilities, eco tourism with facilities, learning facilities all surrounding the preservation and restoration of the different environment within South Africa.
SA Harvest is a registered non-profit organisation that is committed to rescuing food from our generous partners, including; restaurants, food producers, food retailers, and airline kitchens. We then redistribute it to our beneficiary, Service Dining Rooms, which feeds under-resourced hungry and homeless.
help2kids is an NGO operating in Malawi and Tanzania that serves children in need by providing education, food, healthcare, and shelter.
The Pink Drive is South Africa’s most illustrious Breast Cancer Community charity that creates awareness about cancer and provides cancer testing clinics for urban and rural communities through their mobile cancer testing units.
Heifer International (also known as Heifer Project International) is a nonprofit working to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable, values-based holistic community development.
Conservation Lake Tanganyika is a non for profit organisation dedicated to promoting and preserving the biodiversity of Lake Tanganyika for the sustainable benefit of its inhabitants .
Afrika Freedom Climbers (AFC) is a non-profit organisation founded in September 2013 by three South African women who identified a gap in participation of women in mountaineering sports. We provide women and children, particularly from rural areas in South Africa, with the opportunity to be trained and participate in high altitude mountaineering sports.
Empilweni for the Physically Challenged Community Centre is a day care centre that provides care and support services for children with physical and mental disabilities in n kwaNdengezi township near Durban.
Sponsors are the lifeline of all expeditions. Sponsoring logistical equipment or funds to a expedition will go a long way in fulfilling the dreams of our African adventurers. At Expeditionists, we pride ourselves in providing sponsors with content, branding, marketing and Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities through our scientific, cause and content-based expeditions. For more information on how you can sponsor an expedition and what opportunities we provide please contact us on info@expeditionists.org or submit an enquiry on our contact page.
KZN Trail Running are a trail running company based in the Natal Midlands and have been operating since 2009. They play a central role in the sport by providing a trail running calendar with all of KZN’s events.
Elmundo Safaris is an African safari and expedition travel company that operates in Eastern and Southern Africa. They provide environmental and culturally tailor made adventures and safaris in Africa for your needs
BURA makes awesome T-Shirts influenced by travel and culture. You’ll see us wearing these T-Shirts on our travels. Expeditionist approved, check them out!
Dirt Road is a outdoor gear, clothing, accessories, hiking gear, camping gear and workwear manufacturer and supplier.
Chaval is an outdoor company that manufactures heated gloves that are effective in sub-zero temperatures - and will heat up to 3 times longer than any other brand
All Terrain Gear | ATG is a South African business and brand which designs, sources and manufactures unique outdoor gear and equipment.
ICare4 Rewards™ is a web-based service that provides users with a new way to manage their finances.
Wintec Solutions is an established, leading, Multi Channel, value adding distributor that serves Sub Saharan Africa with revolutionary brands and unrivalled service delivery.
KDH GROUP is your complete supplier for all your Workwear, Safety wear and Personal Protection Equipment. A family business established in 2005, KDH GROUP has developed a passion for customer service and environmentally friendly work ethic and service delivery. They are the safety wear sponsors of the John Ross Challenge.
A truly unique 4 star lodge in Northern KwaZulu Natal that has a spectacular restaurant and chalets overlooking breathtaking views that gaze out onto Lake Jozini, the Lebombo Mountains and the Pongola Game Reserve The lodge proudly hosted the John Ross Challenge expeditionists for three nights.
Situated a stone throw away from Maputo, Catembe Gallery Hotel is a boutique hotel offering premiere accommodation in the tropical setting of Catembe beach. With luxurious accommodation, conference and dining facilities, this 'lifestyle' hotel provides a unique blend of exceptional hospitality, culture and nature only the Mozambican coast can offer. The hotel proudly hosted the John Ross Challenge expeditionists for three nights.
The Sunbird is a wedding, conference, events and guesthouse venue that provides much sought after service for couples looking for an elegant location in which to hold their wedding ceremonies. The Sunbird proudly hosted the John Ross Challenge expeditionists for a night.
Set within easy reach of the Indian Ocean coastline and the famous iSimangaliso / Greater St Lucia Wetland Park in northern KwaZulu-Natal, &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve is known for its abundant wildlife, diversity of habitats and wide range of safari activities. The John Ross Challenge expeditionists had the privilege of being hosted at the Mountain Lodge for one night.
Marula Shak unique venue in the Nkumbe Wildlife Estate and a haven of tranquility that offers delicious gourmet dishes and larney tented camps for a memorable party in Southern Mozambique. The John Ross Challenge expeditionists had the privilege of being hosted by the Shak for two nights
The best bar and restaurant in Southern Mozambique. The Sunset Shack provided meals and drinks for the John Ross Challenge expeditionists for two days.
Multiply is Momentum’s wellness and rewards programme that inspires you to reach your goals by rewarding your progress – no matter how big or small.
Enduren is a high performance, completely natural endurance nutrition range for all sports and daily life. Specifically designed for hydration, endurance, energy, recovery and wellness, without side effects. The official Nutrition of the past MTN National Marathon MTB Series, GR300 Stage Race, Dirtopia 100Miler, ATP Overberg 100 Miler, Cederberg 100 Miler, The Magoeba Stage Race etc.
Cycle Lab is South Africa's Largest National Cycling Retailer! Whether you are just starting out or are an advanced cyclist, you’ll know that it takes the right equipment and setup to feel comfortable out on the road. Our stores offer an extensive range of cycling products, with a team of knowledgeable staff on hand to assist you in buying the right equipment and apparel for your needs. We’re on hand throughout your cycling journey, offering back-up and support through our workshops and friendly staff.
