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Game Ranger is a four or six week course aimed at educating people worldwide about the importance of conservation and how to manage wildlife in its natural environment. This course based at a bush camp aims to give volunteers an insight into wildlife management in Africa. The course is not only aimed at gap year travellers but also career breakers wanting to experience a wildlife adventure.
The course will cover many different areas of conservation and wildlife management, including African culture, wildlife conservation, plants, animals, orientation skills, insect and reptile identification. Usually volunteers will be given a short lecture in the morning, which will later be backed up with practical experience in the African bush.
Shumba volunteers will visit various private reserves for game drives and learn about wildlife tracking. The course will include a sleep out in the African bush, which will provide field exposure to the volunteers. The newly acquired knowledge is brought to life with guided walks in the reserve and it’s a great opportunity to get up close and personal with the local wildlife!
You may also have the opportunity to help out at the Born Free Big Cat Sanctuary. In the past volunteers have helped to feed the leopards and lions, maintain the enclosures and get involved with the school groups who come on educational visits.
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Everybody can expect to be involved in the reserve management tasks. Below is a sample of the conservation projects and activities you may undertake during your time on the reserve:
Orientation drives to game reserves & lodges
Mammal identification, social organisation and behaviour
Wildlife monitoring of lion, rhinos, giraffe and many more
Visit to the Born Free Foundation Sanctuary Big Cats
Wilderness trail, overnight camping and bush survival experience
Bush walks to identify wildlife tracks and signs
Identification of bird species
Visit to Addo Elephant Park
Eco-tourism and community activities
Plant identification, ecology, conservation and alien plant control
Conservation history and strategies in South Africa
Insect, reptile and amphibian identification
Guided walks and trails through the reserve
Visits to private game reserves and game drives
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A maximum of 10 people can be accommodated, in tents hidden under the canopy of wild olives, offering privacy and seclusion. Tents are situated a short distance from 2 fully equipped bathrooms with flushing toilets and hot showers.
The bush camp’s most enchanting feature is the lodge area, which consists of stunning stone and thatch buildings. It is fully furnished with a comfortable sitting area and large fireplace. There is a fully equipped kitchen and attractive wooden dining facilities. Two shaded veranda areas with classic outdoor furniture offer the opportunity to kick back and relax in style!
All meals will be provided with food being typically Western. During practical outings, packed meals will be provided. Fresh fruit is always available and you will always be able to make yourself a sandwich and a hot drink whilst in the camp. There is a laundry service nearby which will cost £2 each time or you can opt to do your washing in the basin on site.
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4 Week Dates
19 April - 14 May
19 July - 13 August
30 August - 24 September
1 November - 26 November
6 Week Dates
19 April - 28 May
19 July - 27 August
30 August - 8 October
1 November - 10 December
**Two Week programme also available**
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| Project Fees |
| 2 Weeks |
£995 |
| 4 Weeks |
£1595 |
| 6 Weeks |
£2295 |
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| Combination of Projects |
Yes you'll be able to combine this with many other Shumba conservation projects
Please see Combo Page for exciting ideas! |
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| What's Included |
1) Accommodation, Meals & Airport Transfers
2) Pre-departure Information and Support
3) Assistance with Flights & Travel Insurance
4) Project Booklet
5) Onsite Training and Guidance
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| Accommodation |
Cottages - Shared room |
| Food |
3 meals a day included |
| Transfer to/from airport |
Yes, in host country |
| Not Included |
Flights & travel insurance |
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