Call: +44 (0) 207 193 7819
Email: info@gapafricaprojects.com
Call: +44 (0) 207 193 7819
Email: info@gapafricaprojects.com
The qualified and experienced team at the KwaZulu Conservation Project offer a bespoke course to each institution dependent on their own personal objectives and learning needs.
We set out the basis of the trip, comprising of a 10-day academic module split between the two conservation reserves plus the 2-day coastal module.
A full 9-hour day will be planned but will vary from day to day depending on the days task and research goals.
Project Type: Conservation & Research Project
Location: Various sites, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Arrival/Departure: O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg
Duration: 13 nights
Rates: Based on tailored group needs
Start Dates: Mondays
Accommodation: Safari Tented Camps on Game Reserves and guest house in St Lucia.
Meals: Three meals per day included.
Age Range: 17 Plus.
The qualified and experienced team at the KwaZulu Conservation Project offer a bespoke course to each institution dependent on their own personal objectives and learning needs.
We set out the basis of the trip, comprising of a 10-day academic module split between the two conservation reserves plus the 2-day coastal module.
A full 9-hour day will be planned but will vary from day to day depending on the days task and research goals.
Project split and duration are as follows:
12 Day Itinerary
Nambiti Big 5 Conservation Research (Days 1 – 6)
Nambiti Game Reserve is a magnificent 23,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness boasting the Big 5 and incredible biodiversity (grasslands, riverine bush, savannah and thornveld) offering unprecedented diversity of wildlife.
Students will be taught and work alongside the field guides and conservation team. The following examples depict the day to day activities that may be undertaken as part of the project at Nambiti.
Zingela Wilderness Conservation and Adventure Activities (Days 6 – 10)
Zingela Wildlife Reserve covers 12,500 acres of predator free, pristine African bushveld. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable skills in assisting with the novel, hands-on research that takes place at the property as well as receive talks and lectures from these experts in their fields . You will also have the chance to participate in a host of adventurous, fun activities during your stay.
Zingela Conservation Research Progrogramme
Students will be led by experienced field/adventure guides and researchers. The following examples depict the day to day activities that may be undertaken as part of the project at Zingela.
St Lucia Add-on Coastal Module (Days 10 – 12)
St. Lucia is situated on the northern side of the estuary, the largest in Southern Africa and is totally surrounded by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and World Heritage Site. The area is famous for its wetlands and is a fantastic opportunity to witness the Nile crocodile and hippopotamus in their natural environment.
The St. Lucia leg can include the following activities:
Game Reserve Camps – Nambiti and Zingela
In keeping with the Safari Adventure theme, groups are accommodated on the reserves in comfortable safari tents, but with proper beds and bedding – so practically ‘glamping’! At both camps there are communal hot and cold showers and regular flushing toilets. All meals, often traditional South African dishes with locally sourced ingredients, are provided in communal dining areas. On weekends a traditional braai (BBQ) is often organised.
If students opt to sleep out there are basic camps around the reserves that can be used for sleep outs which will include sleeping under the stars, learning how to make a fire and cooking on it!
Nambiti tent
Nambiti camp from above
Zingela Tent
St Lucia Coastal Accommodation
Guest House style accommodation is provided during your time in St Lucia. Rooms are shared and have communal ablutions. The guest house is located in the heart of St Lucia’s Main Street and is the ideal location to explore the surrounding areas.
Based on tailored group needs
£200 deposit to secure placement at time of booking, final balance due 8 weeks prior to departure.
If you have any questions, or if you’d like to find out more about this incredible adventure and create some unforgettable memories, just fill in the form below and one of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.