The mission
Make memories that matter
Wilde Tracks family missions give you the chance to travel, explore and protect wildlife together while supporting real conservation work. From getting closer to wildlife projects and learning from conservation professionals to exploring incredible destinations, these are missions your family will remember long after you return home.
Families come in all shapes, sizes and ages – and so do our conservation missions. Some missions have no minimum age, while others may have specific age requirements depending on the activities involved. We’ll help you find a mission that works for your family and suits the ages, interests and abilities of everyone travelling.
Swap the traditional family holiday for an adventure filled with wildlife, conservation and real-life impact. Learn something new together and see a different side of the world.
OUR FAMILY FRIENDLY MISSIONS
Each mission is named for its destination and designed around the conservation priorities of that region.
WildeCapture
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure where you’ll learn darting techniques and master various dart guns used in wildlife conservation, including darting from the helicopter.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Ladysmith, South Africa
When: Between April and September
WildeCroc
Join the Crocodile Research course and gain hands-on experience working with crocodiles, primates, and a variety of Belize’s incredible wildlife while exploring the country’s rich and diverse ecosystems.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Placencia, Belize
When: All-year round
WildeHatch
Work alongside a dedicated team of experts at a beachside conservation site in Costa Rica, protect nesting sea turtles and hatchlings in Costa Rica while supporting coastal wildlife research and care.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
When: All-year round
WildeHorse
WildeHorse is an immersive conservation experience set within a 50,000-acre Zimbabwean wilderness actively being restored into a thriving Big 5 reserve. This is not a fixed itinerary programme, each day is shaped by your interests, the movement of wildlife, and the rhythm of the bush.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation. No horse riding experience required
Where: Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
When: All-year round
WildeMarine
Embark on an immersive marine conservation experience along South Africa’s spectacular coastline, where you’ll work alongside professional marine biologists, conservationists, and wildlife rehabilitation specialists on genuine research and conservation initiatives.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Western Cape, South Africa
When: All-year round
For: Specialised Veterinary Focused Mission available for private groups
WildeRelocation
This immersive Wilde Tracks Collaboration Mission offers participants the opportunity to experience the realities of professional wildlife management and conservation work alongside an experienced field team.
Open to: Anyone studying or working in the animal care industry, private or family groups, or tourism
Where: South Africa
When: Various dates
WildeReptile
This intensive course offers you the chance to work alongside wildlife experts and herpetologists as you gain practical skills in reptile conservation, snake handling, and cutting-edge anti-venom research. Learn how to safely capture and relocate crocodiles, respond to real snake call-outs, rehabilitate small mammals, and assist in the production of life-saving anti-venom.
Open to: Anyone comfortable with snakes or interested in reptile research, swimming is optional but preferred
Where: Hluhwe, South Africa
When: October to March
WildeSouthAfrica
Embark on the trip of a lifetime with WildeSouthAfrica, a curated conservation mission by Wilde Tracks. An unforgettable journey through the wild, where ancient landscapes and fresh tracks reveal the untamed soul of Africa.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Ladysmith, South Africa
When: Between April and September
WildeTurtle
Get off on a remarkable journey through Costa Rica, dedicating your time to the conservation of endangered sea turtles while discovering the nation’s breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage with this Wilde Tracks Collaboration.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
When: All-year round
WildeTusk – Immersion
Step into the forests of Laos, where Asian elephants move freely through protected habitat and conservation is driven by science, observation, and hands-on field learning. This immersive programme offers direct experience in elephant behaviour, welfare, and applied conservation medicine alongside veterinarians, biologists, and research teams.
Open to: Anyone with relative fitness and a passion for conservation
Where: Luang Prabang, Laos
When: All-year round, set dates
WildeVet
The WildeVet Collaboration Mission offers three distinct ways to experience wildlife veterinary medicine, with options designed to suit different backgrounds, experience levels and learning objectives.
Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation, or studying or working in the animal care industry.
Where: South Africa
When: Various dates
