ACLIE - EWT
 

Conference Field Trips

Activities that can be chosen by ACLIE attendees during the conference.

Note that pricing may be subject to exchange rates and availability.  All prices shown are in ZAR and include VAT.  Please note that for all field trips we will require a minimum of 8 guests to be booked on the trip for the trip to go ahead.
 

 Items to bring for all trips

  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Sunhat / sunscreen
  • Snacks and water
 

ACTIVITY 1

Power line mitigation and game drive in Kruger National Park
Full day (Depart: 05:30 Return:  18:00)

COSTING:  R1 667 per person (We require a minimum of 8 booked guests for the trip to go ahead)

The Eskom EWT Strategic Partnership has been instrumental in mitigating power lines in the Kruger National Park. This field trip will take you ‘behind the scenes’ to see the pioneering work that has been done to ensure the safety of Kruger’s wildlife - a section of the park that is normally inaccessible to general tourists.
 
We will stop for lunch at one of the rest camps, where you can relax and enjoy a leisurely meal, before enjoying a guided game drive in the afternoon, and hopefully find some of South Africa’s Big Five.
 
The Kruger National Park is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals.
 
People's interaction with the Lowveld environment over many centuries - from Bushman rock paintings to majestic archaeological sites - is very evident in the park. These treasures represent the cultures, people and events that played a role in the history of the Kruger National Park, and are conserved along with the park's natural assets.
 
This is a full-day tour departing from Skukuza Rest Camp, and returning just in time for supper. Light refreshments will be available on the vehicle at your own expense. Lunch will be at another rest camp in the park. Please note all meals/snacks are for your own account
 
 
 
 

ACTIVITY 2
Roadkill Mitigation Project and game drive in Kruger National Park
Full Day (Depart: 05:30 Return:  18:00)

COSTING:  R1 667 per person (We require a minimum of 8 booked guests for the trip to go ahead)

 
Roadkill has been recognised as a threat to biodiversity in South Africa’s protected areas, and the Endangered Wildlife Trust is working with SANParks to seek effective solutions to address this, through monitoring and changing driver behaviour. We have been testing various mitigation measures, and this activity will take you ‘behind the scenes’ with the research team.
 
We will stop for lunch at one of the rest camps, where you can relax and enjoy a leisurely meal, before enjoying a guided game drive in the afternoon and, hopefully, find some of South Africa’s Big Five.
 
The Kruger National Park is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals.
 
People's interaction with the Lowveld environment over many centuries - from Bushman rock paintings to majestic archaeological sites - is very evident in the park. These treasures represent the cultures, people and events that played a role in the history of the Kruger National Park, and are conserved along with the park's natural assets.
 
This is a full-day tour departing from Skukuza Rest Camp, and returning just in time for supper. Light refreshments will be available on the vehicle at your own expense. Lunch will be at another rest camp in the park. Please note all meals/snacks are for your own account.
 
 
 
 

ACTIVITY 3

Specialised birding trip
Half day (Depart: 09:00 Return: 15:00)

COSTING: R834 per person (We require a minimum of 8 booked guests for the trip to go ahead)

The Kruger National Park is home to over 500 bird species – more than two-thirds of the country’s total list. Many of these are endemic to Kruger National Park. A specialised guide will accompany you on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see some amazing birds like the Big Five bird species (Kori Bustard, Martial Eagle, Lappet-faced Vulture, Fish Eagle and the Saddle-billed Stork).
 
 
 
 

ACTIVITY 4

Power line mitigation and Roadkill Mitigation Project in Kruger National Park
Full day event

COSTING:  R1 667 per person (We require a minimum of 8 booked guests for the trip to go ahead)

The Eskom EWT Strategic Partnership has been instrumental in mitigating power lines in the Kruger National Park. This field trip will take you ‘behind the scenes’ to see the pioneering work that has been done to ensure the safety of Kruger’s avifauna - a section of the park that is inaccessible to general tourists.
 
We will stop for lunch at one of the rest camps, where you can relax and enjoy a leisurely meal, before visiting the Roadkill Mitigation Project.
 
Roadkill has been recognised as a threat to biodiversity in South Africa’s protected areas, and the Endangered Wildlife Trust is seeking effective solutions to address this, through monitoring and changing driver behaviour. We have been tesing various mitigation measures, and determining what species are most at risk. This is a joint project between the EWT and SANParks, with the outcomes contributing to the Park Management Plan.
 
 
 
 

ACTIVITY 5

Behind the scenes with SANParks
Half day (Depart: 09:00 Return:  15:00)

COSTING:  R834 per person (We require a minimum of 8 booked guests for the trip to go ahead)

This is an incredibly unique opportunity to join SANParks staff and go ‘behind the scenes’ to see how one of South Africa’s most iconic parks functions. Steeped in legend and history, the iconic Kruger National Park in South Africa is waiting for you to explore its vast landscapes and spectacular African wildlife. South African National Parks is the body responsible for managing South Africa's national parks. Join the SANParks Rangers on an unforgettable half-day event allowing you to see areas of the KNP are generally inaccessible to the average tourist