What Full Circle Alumni are saying…

“Full Circle Studies & Safaris more than delivered on its promise of a transformative and impactful experience. Our students were introduced to the challenges of protecting some of the world's most endangered species through meetings with Namibia's leading conservation professionals, community members, and immersion in one of the world's most breathtaking landscapes. The program was exceptional in every way: well organized, safe, extraordinarily informative, immersive, comfortable, exciting, and memorable. Lives were changed on this trip. I can't recommend Full Circle Studies and Safaris enough!”

— Prof. Philip Nyhus, Colby College, Jan. 23

“If you want an authentic taste of one of the most magical countries on Earth and with a guide who truly cares for all the flora and fauna that Namibia has to offer then simply stop searching and book with Full Circle.”

— Lewis Ramsey, August 2022

“Every part of the Full Circle Safari was incredible. From an excellent guide, to welcoming staff at every accommodation; the entire trip offered a great balance of educational adventures in wildfire surrounding conservation, authentic experiences of Namibia's communities and a forging of relationships with people from around the world. Highly recommended.”

— Amanda Peterson, August 2022

Full Circle Studies & Safaris’ Impact on Individuals

  • “My time with Full Circle was absolutely unforgettable. I learned so much while having a wonderful time and experiencing so many amazing things everyone should do a trip with Full Circle. ”

    Kassie Brink, Colby College, Jan. 23

  • “Travel has always excited me, and getting to go to Namibia and experience the wildlife, learn about conservation, and build connections with others has been one of the best opportunities in my life. I definitely learned a lot and made some great friends, and I would definitely do it over again!”

    Maddy, Colby College, Jan. 23

  • “Full Circle provided me with the opportunity to explore all corners of Namibia, experience the incredible landscape and wildlife, and interact and learn from locals along the way.”

    Ellie Hankin, Colby College, Jan. 23

  • "My Full Circle travel experience was educational and insightful. I would highly recommend working with Full Circle to see and learn about Namibia. "

    Olivia Frykman, Colby College, Jan. 23

  • "Full Circle put together a wonderful itinerary with excellent Camps and superb guides.Everyone we met was very friendly, knowledgeable and a joy to be with. I couldn't ask for a better trip."

    Ellie Crosby, Nov. 22

“Full Circle provided a unique experience grounded in conservation which added a lot to my safari experience of seeing animals in the wilds where they live. Our dinner in the village of Puros with the Rhino Ranger and his wife was authentic and magical.”

— Anonymous Safari Guest, 2022

“This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience in all of the cliché ways: amazing people, landscapes, wildlife, and opportunities. If you want to learn about conservation through conversations with locals, sunset game drives, talks around a campfire, and nighttime waterhole observations, then this would be the right trip for you.”

— Anonymous Student, 2023

“My knowledge of how society works became uprooted, replaced with the local knowledge of the land, prioritization of the environment, and how similar we humans all are, no matter where we were born.”

— Anonymous Student, 2023