Overview
Guided and tutored by a professional photographer, gain practical experience in wildlife photography while contributing to the conservation of South Africa’s wildlife. Using your new skills, you will support NGO’s and help raise awareness of environmental and conservation issues in the Greater Kruger Area.
The photography program is a 4 – 12 week placement (with optional extension) which begins with an intensive induction from our on-site professional photographer. Under guidance and in the impressive setting of the Greater Kruger Region in South Africa, photographers have the opportunity to enhance their photographic skills, encounter some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife and most importantly, contribute to on-going research, community and environmental initiatives.
Read more about the impact you can make as a Wildlife Photography volunteer.
Highlights
- Develop your existing skills for the next step in your career with one on one guidance and mentorship from a professional wildlife photographer .
- Improve and refine your camera skills and knowledge of photography with a focus on wildlife landscape, and night photography
- Learn how to interact with nature responsibly and gain a deeper understanding of ethical wildlife photography and its role in conservation
- Contribute to research by capturing photos that can be used for I.D. kits and monitoring the health of the animals and reserve
- Embark on adventures through game reserves adjacent to the Kruger National Park as a part of your photographic experience
- Learn how your new skills and photos can be used to make a difference through conservation support, marketing, and fundraising
- Gain a competitive edge by getting practical experience in the field and encountering wild animals in their natural habitat
- Immerse yourself in the African bush and famous experiences such as night drives and overnighting in an African Big 5 reserve
