Steve Benjamin on Ocean Entrepreneurship: Expeditions, Safety & Real-World Conservation

I sit down with ocean entrepreneur Steve Benjamin to unpack what it really takes to run world-class marine expeditions—from safety and logistics to ethics and conservation impact. Steve shares hard-won lessons from years of operating on the water: how to read conditions, plan around weather windows, protect wildlife, design client experiences, and partner with scientists and film crews without compromising the environment.

What we cover:

✅ Expedition design & logistics: permits, seasonality, weather calls, contingency planning

✅ Safety at sea: risk assessment, protocols, gear, and decision-making under pressure

✅ Wildlife ethics: minimising disturbance, setting expectations, and responsible tourism

✅ Client experience: translating ocean knowledge into unforgettable (and safe) encounters

✅ Working with crews & scientists: being a reliable partner without “chasing shots”

✅ Business fundamentals: pricing, margins, team culture, and long-term sustainability

If you care about building an ethical, resilient ocean business—or want to understand the operational backbone behind great fieldwork—this conversation is a blueprint.

🔗 Follow & Connect with Steve:

Website: https://www.stevenbenjamin.co.za/

Instagram: animal_ocean

🔗 Follow & Connect with me:

YouTube: ‪@rogerhorrocks‬

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