Once In a Lifetime
Experience the 7-Day Phinda Impact Journey – Departing May 2021
About This Experience
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime small group conservation experience in South Africa! This journey of discovery is a privately guided, 7-day trip highlighting animal conservation, community development, thrilling safari game drives and so much more. The experience takes place in Phinda Private Game Reserve, a diverse and wildlife-rich park located on the Eastern coast of South Africa.
Highlights:
- Rhino Conservation Activity
- Specialist Walking Safari
- Sleepout Under the Stars
- Guide & Tracker Training Program
- Bird Ringing (Tag & Release Exercises)
- Zulu Community Immersion at Nkomo Primary School
See The Impact: Rhino Conservation & Dehorning
The dehorning procedure is performed with the intent to protect this highly endangered species from poachers. This process is similar to cutting one’s fingernails, both are made up of keratin, and the rhino does not experience any pain. Since its undertaking in 2016, the dehorning procedure has been directly responsible for a significant reduction in poaching in the Phinda Private Game Reserve.
See Additional Details
Guests will take part in the location and sedation of a wild rhino for research purposes. Alongside the conservation and veterinary teams, the group will carry out either an ear notching exercise (for monitoring purposes) or participate in a rhino dehorning exercise, which will help protect the animal from poachers.
The program incorporates elements of safari ranger training curriculum, selected conservation activities, traditional safari game drives, and allows guests to experience a day in the life of a school pupil in a local Zulu village.
Throughout this journey, your home base will be the breathtaking &Beyond Phinda Zuka Lodge, which will be exclusively used by the group and includes a private vehicle and guide, butler and chef. Specialized photographic guides and additional resources are on staff to elevate your experience even further.
Perfect for those who wish to travel with purpose, this small group journey offers a fantastic opportunity for growth and learning, in an exciting and stimulating environment. Whether it’s your first time visiting Africa or if you’re looking to experience something unique, this is one adventure you won’t want to miss!
Trip Details
Meet Les, Your Guide
Leading the Phinda Impact Journey is Les Carlisle, andBeyond’s Group Conservation Manager, who played an instrumental role in reintroducing and transporting all of the wildlife, including predators, onto Phinda Private Game Reserve in South Africa.
Les is the primary architect behind transforming Phinda into the world-renowned reserve that it is today. His extensive knowledge, developed through years of hands-on experience, translates into a once in a lifetime opportunity for guests to learn about wildlife conservation from one of the most expert professionals in the field.
Pricing & Availability
This intimate 7-day experience is designed for a small group of 6 and is ideal for families, friends, or individuals looking to travel with purpose, all while experiencing something few others ever will.
Fully inclusive 5 Star accommodations at andBeyond Zuka Lodge all inter-Africa flights and transfers, airport meet and greet services, safari activities, and some surprises along the way!
- Dates: May 26th – June 2nd, 2021
- Price: $8,700 per person sharing*
- Incredible access to participate in the safe capture of a rhino for research and conservation purposes
- Touch and take photos with the anesthetized animal during the procedure
*Single supplement pricing available upon request
Join us for the Phinda Impact Rhino Experience
Interested in this conservation experience of a lifetime? This Impact Journey for 6 guests will take place in May 2021. Get in touch below or call us at 949.877.0385 and we’ll reach out with itinerary information and more details. Looking forward to having you with us during this bucket list adventure!
