Travel News Update: South Africa - GVI Expeditions evolve into Bushwise Exclusive
GVI Expeditions is now part of the Bushwise brand, and becomes Bushwise Exclusive
Bushwise Exclusive, formerly known as GVI Expeditions and now part of the Second Nature group, has launched a brand-new Masterclass Series aimed at empowering travel agents with deeper knowledge and confidence in selling African safari experiences.
The evolution of the brand represents a powerful repositioning in the South Africa safari space, with new opportunities and tools for trade partners.
The complimentary Bushwise Exclusive Masterclass Series offered to our partners is designed specifically for enquiries and sales teams, delivering monthly interactive sessions that offer rare insights from safari guide trainers. Topics include mammal behaviour, track identification, situational awareness, bird calls and nesting behaviour, conservation topics and more. The live sessions will also be recorded, making them accessible to teams at any time.
Bushwise Exclusive’s goal is to transform everyday agents into confident storytellers, capable of engaging clients with the kind of expertise usually reserved for safari guides.
2026 & 2027 set departures now open:
While the remaining 2025 dates have already sold out, Bushwise Exclusive is now taking bookings for its 2026 and 2027 set departures for its immersive 7-day experiences in, Makalali. These regular departures are perfect for singles, couples or small FIT bookings, offering an easy way to add a rich, hands-on safari component to client itineraries.
Curated Small Private Group Safaris: The company also continues to offer its award winning exclusive-use safari experiences for families and small groups – a signature product offering personalised and private wildlife encounters, as well as exclusive use properties within true wilderness big five reserves in South Africa. These trips include your own private team.
Travel advisors are encouraged to reach out for product training and support, and access and to secure space on the upcoming departures. Secure a spot in the Bushwise Masterclass Series or learn more about our 2026 safari departures by emailing [email protected]
For tailored private travel & family travel options speak with Corne ([email protected] )
