Learn to be a Safari Guide in Kruger National Park

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This trip was a partnership with ECOTraining for 'Learn to Be a Safari guide'. This trip included daily bush hikes, lots of info from excellent guides, very yummy food and awesome game drives to see many animals in the wild. One of the best and most unique experiences.

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8 daysDuration

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48 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Johannesburg, South Africa

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Head to Kruger National Park and discover what it takes to do this dream job!

Kruger: Welcome to Makuleke Concession – the ancestral land of the Makuleke people (and one of the best birding spots in Kruger!). Here, you’ll stay in permanent glamping tents with proper beds, en suite bathrooms, and chef-cooked meals. Best part? By staying at this camp, you're directly contributing to wildlife conservation and helping preserve this beautiful and vital land for future generations.

Kruger National Park: During this trip, you'll take take 10 guided ‘Game Drives’ or walks throughout Kruger National Park on a quest to spot the ‘Big Five’ and more. #bucketlist

Kruger National Park: Learn all about their experiences and daily activities in this tour, which is designed to mirror actual Safari Guides training.

Kruger National Park: Ready for a sleep-out you'll never forget? Tonight, we'll delve into the Southern Hemisphere's starry skies, spot constellations, and soak up the silence. What's more? You & your crew can even take on optional night watch responsibilities for the full safari guide experience.

Kruger National Park: Keep watch for 'The Big Five' on a full day game drive in the Kruger National Park.

Itinerary

Ever wanted to step into the boots of a safari ranger? The "Learn to be a Safari Guide in Kruger National Park" trip is your chance to do just that. Designed especially for adventurous young adults, this guided wildlife safari immerses you in the rhythms of South Africa’s legendary wilderness over eight unforgettable days. Starting and ending in Johannesburg, you’ll journey deep into Kruger National Park, where up-close encounters with the Big 5 await.

Under the guidance of experienced Game Rangers, learn essential skills—tracking, navigation, and bush survival—while participating in hands-on activities and daily game drives. Each day offers the thrill of discovery, from tranquil walking trails to adrenaline-pumping wildlife sightings. Comfortable lodgings and all meals ensure you can focus on learning and adventure.

The unique selling point? Far more than a typical safari, this tour transforms you from spectator to participant, granting insider access to the life and work of Kruger’s guardians. It’s a one-of-a-kind trip for those who crave an immersive, skill-building experience in one of the world’s most iconic natural settings.

day 1Johannesburg

Welcome to South Africa! An included transfer will take you to your hotel close to the airport. You have today to explore Johannesburg - head to the Apartheid museum for a dose of history, check out sprawling Soweto, or take the Gautrain to the shopping destinations of Rosebank or Sandton.

Location Visited

Johannesburg

Accommodation

A conveniently located hotel

day 2Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

day 3Kruger National Park

day 4Kruger National Park

day 5Kruger National Park

day 6Kruger National Park

day 7Kruger National Park

day 8End Kruger National Park

What's Included

Meals

7 Breakfast (B)6 Dinner (D)5 Lunch (L)

Transport

Travel by coach

Guide

Experienced Driver Guide

Others

Love wildlife? Always wanted to be a safari ranger? This adventure puts you in the heart of Kruger National Park, where you'll get up close and personal with the Big 5 whilst experiencing what life is like for Game Rangers. With your expert Game Ranger guides, you'll participate in game drives and walks, discovering what it's like to live life on the wild side.

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