Wildlife Expeditions, Powered by Conservation
Discover the planet's most fragile frontiers with the world-renowned scientists fighting to protect them.
Welcome to Ethos, the exclusive wildlife expedition company from SPECIES — a leading global conservation organization with three decades of science-based fieldwork protecting endangered species and ecosystems.
Explore rare landscapes, encounter elusive creatures, and unlock access normally reserved for scientists, not tourists.
The Ethos Promise
When you travel with Ethos, you protect what you came to see.
Our expeditions are led by the very scientists entrusted with protecting the world’s most endangered species. Paired with local and Indigenous partners, you’ll witness conservation in action — while encountering species and stunning corners of the planet few get to see.
Participate in world-class conservation impact
With Ethos, you’ll step beyond the lens of the ordinary into the realm of the extraordinary. Our expeditions are led by the very scientists entrusted with protecting the world’s most endangered species.
Paired with local and Indigenous partners, you’ll witness conservation in action — while encountering species and stunning corners of the planet few get to see.
Breathtaking destinations beyond the tourist trail
From tracking snow leopards across the high ridges of the Nepalese Himalayas to venturing deep into the Paraguayan Chaco where jaguars are saved under our protection, Ethos expeditions and our world-class guides open the gates responsibly to the planet’s precious frontiers.
Our expeditions are built on years-long relationships with local guides, Indigenous communities, and conservation stakeholders who are co-creators of every journey.
Your legacy, beyond travel
Every expedition funds conservation breakthroughs, local leadership, sustainable economic pathways, and the protection of threatened ecosystems and species. With Ethos, your journey becomes a legacy — a rare chance to shape the future of our planet.
We'll show you exactly where your investment goes—and introduce you to the people it supports.
Travel with us
Intimate journeys with a big legacy.
Each journey directly supports ongoing conservation work to protect the places we visit, and is designed responsibly around seasonal wildlife patterns, optimal viewing windows, and the rhythms of the ecosystems themselves.
Exclusive One-Time Expedition
Spiti Valley, Indian Himalaya
Help protect endangered snow leopards with renowned conservation biologist Anthony Giordano
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Journey into the high ridges of India’s Spiti Valley with the scientists and communities working to save one of the world's most elusive predators.
Brazilian _____ Rainforest
Encounter endangered jaguars and the locals working to protect them in the Brazilian ___.
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Namibiya
Discover the treasures of the Namibiyan savannah with Zachary Blake
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What our guests say
"This wasn't just travel—it was a window into the future of conservation. Sharing stories around the fire with scientists and local leaders made me feel more deeply connected to the beauty of our planet."
— Sofia L., Snow Leopard Expedition
Created by Leaders in Conservation
Ethos Conservation Expeditions bring you unparalleled access to conservation projects and wildlife around the world.
Ethos is the expedition company of SPECIES, a globally respected organization known for pioneering, science-based conservation across 21 projects worldwide, with 300+ peer-reviewed publications and partnerships spanning five continents.
21
active conservation projects globally
300+
scientific papers published
70
endangered species protected
24
partner communities
17
PhDs funded for local leaders
Trusted by
IUCN
Smithsonian
US State Department
Explorers Club
Our Team
Meet our Expedition Leaders
Our expeditions are led by world-class conservation experts and guides whose lives are intertwined with the wild places you'll explore.
Colorado, USA
Anthony Giordano, PhD
Founder of SPECIES, Colorado State University
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Zachary Blake
Master Wilderness Guide · USA & South Africa
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Species Stewards Program
Become a SPECIES Steward to open the door to the world and make your impact.
We offer exclusive access and rates to SPECIES Stewards, the monthly donors that power our conservation organization to do planet-changing work.
Species Stewards get:
🌱 Member Pricing
Monthly donors of over $50/m receive 10% off all expeditions.
See our donor tiers & discounts →
💡 Insider Access
Join fireside briefings with scientists, early access to trip announcements, and exclusive updates from the field.
🌍 Ongoing Impact
Your membership ensures your conservation legacy continues long after your trip ends.
🤝 Connect Deeper
Your donation dollars don't just disappear into a mysterious abyss. Come visit our projects and see your impact directly, forging meaningful bonds with our team.
Adventure with Purpose
Make memories that protect our planet so you can show your grandkids, not just tell about it.
With Ethos, make memories while protecting endangered ecosystems and species so that the places you discover don't just become stories lost to time, but continue to thrive for future generations.
Expeditions depart seasonally with extremely limited availability.
Investment: Journeys from $8,500 per person.
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