Maya Santoro
Maya is a biologist, passionate photographer, and environmental educator who has dedicated her career to global conservation for more than 12 years. Her work spans multiple continents: rescuing native big cats in South Africa, protecting endangered primates in Brazil, and serving as an ambassador for leading conservation organizations, including WWF, Only One, and Sea Shepherd Brazil.
For nearly a decade, Maya has specialized in wildlife expeditions, guiding and educating travelers on expeditions to some of the most remote and pristine ecosystems on Earth. Her field experience includes Antarctica, South Georgia, Svalbard, the Northwest Passage in the Arctic, Greenland, the Galápagos Islands, Madagascar, Patagonia, the Amazon Rainforest, and many others.
Her mission has always been to bring nature into focus, inspiring people to see its beauty, understand its value and protect it.
Maya has collaborated with world-renowned expedition companies such as National Geographic - Lindblad Expeditions, Swan Hellenic, Quark Expeditions, Mind The Seas, Epic Polar, Waldorf Astoria and more, bringing scientific knowledge and storytelling to the forefront of the travel experience. Her unique combination of academic background, field conservation work, and visual communication allows her to connect people deeply with nature while inspiring action to protect it.
Wildlife Expeditions
2027 EXPEDITIONS · COMING SOON
Maya’s 2027 expedition calendar is coming soon.
A collection of small-group wildlife expeditions to some of the most remote and biodiverse places on Earth tracking migrations, exploring wild habitats and diving alongside ocean giants.
“I’ve spent the past 12 years travelling almost nonstop, often solo, scouting these places on my own. What matters most is sharing these moments with like-minded people — like the pure joy of watching a humpback whale breach right in front of you.”
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COLLABORATIONS & EDITIONS
Exclusive collaborations
Every year, Maya creates exclusive collaborations with artists, bringing together her firsthand knowledge and experience in the field with their unique artistic vision. The result is a collection of original works that capture the beauty of the natural world, allowing people to bring a piece of nature into their homes.
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Work with Maya
Available worldwide, Maya partners with brands to bring their most unique experiences and high-end products to life through refined photography, cinematic videography, and storytelling
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