After 87 days as a media intern for EcoTraining, I reflect on my time spent in the bush with many new memories and experiences. Being in Africa, out in nature, in unfenced camps, and surrounded by like-minded people is the definition of my happy place. Combined with the opportunity to grow my photography skills, this period of my life is only the start.
Mashatu did it again! What we thought would be an ordinary end-of-day sundowner was an incredible adventure! EcoTraining Instructor Michael Anderson shares the incredible leopard encounter they experienced in Mashatu. From the moment they first caught sight of the leopard until the moment he disappeared. All of this happened on day two of the 55-day Field Guide course.
Do you want to experience incredible wildlife encounters in the African bush? Embark on a visit to Karongwe and learn about what gives this camp its charm. From the graceful resident nyalas, to the vibrant camp dinners under a magnificent Jackalberry tree, to game drives and on-foot cheetah sightings.
EcoTraining celebrates the International Day of Education on the 24th of January. We reflect on education’s pivotal role in nurturing peace and fostering development. We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing inclusive and equitable quality education. Let us all strive towards making quality education accessible for all and contribute to shaping a brighter future for future generations.
Would you like to master the art of guiding, giving your guests the best possible experience on safari?
We look at a few methods you can use to get your guests involved, connect them with nature and take them on a journey of authentic discovery. You will leave them feeling special with a love and appreciation for nature.
EcoTraining showcases its commitment to wildlife conservation and environmental preservation by promoting sustainable practices and educating people about protecting endangered species. EcoTraining sets the bar high with its courses, trains field guides, and instils a sense of responsibility towards nature and wildlife.
Thirty years of EcoTraining is a significant milestone. This celebration is a testament to EcoTraining’s long history of promoting field guiding and wildlife conservation. It’s an opportunity to inspire the next generation of passionate individuals who will continue the legacy of creating guardians of the natural world.
“To be selected as a backup trail guide is a privilege and carries great responsibility. You are responsible for the life of the Lead Trails Guide and the lives of guests who are with you and require a great deal of trust”, says Gino Cinquina, former EcoTraining Backup. As a backup trainee for EcoTraining, you can walk in beautiful wilderness areas and experience incredible moments on foot with wild animals.
As nature enthusiasts, we at EcoTraining discover our sense of freedom within the African Bush’s core, where nature and conservation effortlessly blend. What does freedom look like to you? Are you up for a challenge? We invite you to join us on an unforgettable journey, surrounded by nature and wildlife, breathtaking sights, fresh air and all the incredible scents and sounds of the bush.
The Black Mambas are truly inspiring women who have been making a difference in their communities for a long time. They are fearless in their mission to protect endangered rhinos and wildlife, and they do it without the use of firearms. Their efforts have saved countless animals from the deadly traps set by poachers. It’s heartening to know that two of these remarkable women are currently undergoing training with EcoTraining, where they can further develop their skills and make an even greater impact in their daily work.
Study wildlife conservation and accredited field guide courses at any of our pioneering African training camps.
Located on the banks of the Mara river,
the camp is nestled between communities
and wildlife conservancies.
Explore the untamed wilderness of Kruger
National Park’s Makuleke Concession
with EcoTraining.
Located at the confluence of the Limpopo
and Shashe Rivers, in the eastern
corner of Botswana.
A natural wonderland with free-roaming
elephants located in the Limpopo
Province of South Africa.
A unique safari destination that offers
visitors an immersive and unforgettable
experience.
Offering a diverse and rewarding
learning environment, teeming with life
and rich in ecological variety.
Want to become a field or nature guide? Explore our immersive courses and training programmes for professional safari guides and guardians of nature, taught and led by experts in the industry.
EcoTraining offers career and accredited courses, wildlife enthusiast courses, gap year programmes and customised group travel courses.
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