Holly Budge

Biography

Holly is a world-class adventurer, Everest summiteer, and the first woman to skydive Everest. She is a sought-after keynote speaker on risk, leadership, and the power of a growth mindset. Off the podium, Holly is an award-winning designer, the founder of How Many Elephants NGO and the visionary behind World Female Ranger Week. As a UN Women UK Delegate and recently voted ‘Female Thought Leader of the Year in Non-Profit’, she has spent over a decade championing female rangers, witnessing first-hand their profound impact on conservation, communities, and gender equality.
Her work has reached over 500 million people worldwide, earning high praise from Sir David Attenborough. She has raised over £500,000 for conservation, supporting 5,500+ female rangers and funding projects in 24+ countries across Africa, Asia, and South America. She recently launched Wildlife Positive Travel, offering immersive, on-the-ground experiences with ranger teams, led by Holly, that connect travellers directly with frontline conservation efforts in South Africa and Kenya.

Destination Expertise

Africa