Learn to be a Safari Guide in Kruger National Park

5.0Based on

Carbon neutral

8 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

48 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

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

Starts

Johannesburg, South Africa

Ends

Johannesburg, South Africa

Highlights

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 1 - Johannesburg

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 2 - Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

Departing Johannesburg today, we'll drive to Pafuri Gate, the entrance to Kruger National Park.After meeting our guides and taking the safety briefing, we'll get acquainted with Makuleke Camp. The agenda for tonight? Set up a crackling bonfire, chill with your crew and get ready for all the magic that awaits us tomorrow.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Johannesburg, Kruger