South Africa

Penguin Conservation Mission
A rare opportunity to support rescued penguins and other marine life
Coming soon!

Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Western Cape, South Africa

7 Days Marine conservation experience
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

14 Day Wildlife Forensics Conservation Mission
This hands-on course dives deep into the world of wildlife crime, with expert-led sessions covering forensic entomology, postmortems, decomposition processes, veterinary pathology, bird poisoning, toxicology, and crime scene management.

Open to: Anyone with a genuine interest in wildlife forensics and justice
Where: Cape Town, South Africa
When: All-year round

10 Day Reptile Conservation
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 - March

7 Day Hands-on Wildlife Conservation
Immerse yourself in a hands-on wildlife conservation programme focused on protectingAfrica’s most threatened species.

Open to: Anyone with a passion for conservation
Where: Durban, South Africa
When: Between April and September

7 Day Game Capture Mission
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

7 Day Incredible Adventure
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