Dates: May 30 – June 5, 2026

Location: Manyoni Game Reserve, South Africa

Capacity: 13 solo guests or up to 26 guests (shared accommodations for couples/friends)

Price: $4,900 – Solo Accommodation | $4,500 – Shared Accommodation, 2 people a room max. (per person)

Join Global Conservation Force (GCF) for a 7-day, 6-night all-inclusive ecotour in South Africa’s spectacular Manyoni Game Reserve. This exclusive trip is designed for travelers who want to make a tangible impact on wildlife conservation while experiencing luxury safari living.

Our team has booked out an entire private lodge exclusively for GCF ecotour guests, giving you access to behind-the-scenes conservation programs in collaboration with our partners at Zululand Conservation Trust.

Trip Highlights

• Luxury Safari Accommodation: Comfortable private rooms, full AC, WiFi, and a swimming pool at a fully exclusive lodge.

• Daily Game Drives: Two wildlife-packed game drives per day with expert guides.

• Wildlife Veterinary Experiences: Guests may witness or assist with critical veterinary procedures such as fitting wildlife monitoring collars or re-tagging rehabilitated pangolins post release. All activities are based on necessity, animal welfare, and conservation priorities.

• GCF K9 Experience: Meet and learn about GCF conservation working dogs Thor and Rolo, and watch live demonstrations.

• Zululand Rhino Orphanage Visit: Get an inside look at rhino rehabilitation and anti-poaching efforts.

• Anti-Poaching Unit Interaction: Meet the dedicated field rangers protecting endangered species.

• Exceptional Dining: All meals, fireside dinners, and beverages included (beer, wine, and select spirits, subject to availability).

• Private Transfers: Pickup and drop-off from Durban included.

Each evening before a veterinary procedure, guests will receive a digital briefing and conservation lesson, followed by a short hands-on introduction on the day of the activity. Wildlife interactions are always necessity-driven and based on the latest conservation priorities.

What’s Included

• 6 nights of luxury accommodation (private lodge exclusively for GCF guests)

• All meals and beverages (including select wine, beer, and spirits)

• Two daily game drives

• Behind-the-scenes access to wildlife conservation initiatives

• Transfers to and from Durban

• Professional guidance and hosting by the Global Conservation Force team

What’s Not Included

• Airfare

• Trip insurance

• Health insurance

• Tips and gratuities

• Souvenirs and personal purchases

• Accommodation or transportation outside the GCF program schedule

Important Booking Details

• Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to reserve your spot.

• Final Payment: Full payment is due 6 months prior to departure.

• Refund Policy: Deposits and full payments become non-refundable within 6 months of departure.

• Application Requirement: All participants must apply and be approved prior to joining this ecotour.

Why Join This Trip?

This ecotour is more than a safari, it’s an opportunity to actively contribute to the protection of South Africa’s wildlife. Guests will enjoy luxury accommodations and exceptional experiences while directly supporting conservation programs, ranger units, and critical veterinary interventions for endangered species.

With limited spots available, this experience is ideal for conservation-minded travelers who want to witness meaningful fieldwork firsthand while enjoying world-class hospitality.