Port Elizabeth to Sibuya Private Game Reserve

Sibuya Game Reserve - Pick-up from Port Elizabeth Airport every Sunday at 15:00

Arrival at Sibuya Game Reserve

Guests will settle into their accommodations at “Intaka Bird Lodge,” located on the edge of Sibuya Game Reserve. This will serve as our base for daily explorations of the reserve. After a long flight, this is the perfect place to immerse oneself in peace. Once guests are settled, a delightful dinner is served along with sundowner drinks overlooking the game reserve. All arrangements are made for the next day.

Elephant Conservation Project

Sibuya Game Reserve - - Welcome presentation

• Elephant conservation presentation
• Elephant monitoring

The day is spent learning about African elephants, their ecological role, and the challenges they face globally. We aim to accurately identify each elephant in Sibuya Game Reserve and monitor their unique personalities.

Rhino Conservation Project

Sibuya Game Reserve - - Rhino Conservation Presentation

• Rhino Monitoring
• Safari

The day is dedicated to understanding white rhinos, their ecological importance, and the threats they encounter worldwide. We strive to accurately identify each rhino in Sibuya Game Reserve and participate in anti-poaching initiatives.

Reserve Vegetation Project

Sibuya Game Reserve - - Fence Management

• Alien Vegetation Eradication

Proper fencing plays a crucial role in wildlife conservation by safeguarding humans from potential dangers while protecting conservation areas from human impact.

Many conservation areas actively remove alien plant species that thrive in their environments. These species are typically unpalatable for animals and outcompete native species.

Birding

Sibuya Game Reserve - - Birding Conservation

• Red-Billed Oxpecker Project

We accurately identify and distinguish between oceanic, estuarine, arboreal, and terrestrial birds. Guests will also participate in our Red-Billed Oxpecker Project.

Outreach Project

Leisure Day

Leisure Day

Lion Conservation Project

Sibuya Game Reserve - - Lion Conservation Presentation

• Lion Monitoring
• Buffalo Darting and Management

Guests will engage in a presentation and open discussion addressing the loss of prey species, habitat loss, lion bone trade, and human encroachment, all contributing to the potential extinction of Africa’s apex predator.

Coastal Hike

Greater Addo - 20 Kilometer Hike / 12.5 Miles

• Woody Cape, Greater Addo Elephant National Park
• Alexandria Dune Fields
• Coastal Conservation

The first day of our two-day hike along the Alexandria Dune Fields, the highest coastal wind-driven sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere.

Guests will learn about the living and non-living aspects of the coastal marine environment and the history that shaped the area.

Coastal Hike

Greater Addo - 16 Kilometer Hike / 10 Mile Hike

• Woody Cape, Greater Addo Elephant National Park
• Alexandria Dune Fields
• Coastal Conservation

The second day of our two-day hike along the Alexandria Dune Fields, the highest coastal wind-driven sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere.

Guests will learn about the living and non-living aspects of the coastal marine environment and the history that shaped the area.

Boat Cruise / Fish Tagging

Addo Elephant National Park

Addo Elephant National Park - - Addo Elephant National Park

• Colchester

Guests will explore South Africa’s premier game reserve by spending the day in Addo Elephant National Park. Addo boasts the highest density of African Elephants per square kilometer globally and holds a significant portion of conservation history for our region.

Group Project Presentations

Sibuya Game Reserve - - Group Project Presentation

• Graduation Ceremony
• Leisure Time
• Certificates

Guests have the opportunity to showcase what they have learned during their stay. Group projects and posters are always a welcome addition to create an inviting atmosphere in our presentation room.

Departure Day

Sibuya Game Reserve - - Team Breakfast

• Airport Transfer

Guests will be transferred to Port Elizabeth Airport from Intaka Lodge at 09:00 every Sunday morning.

• Private transportation
• Kayak, Fishing, and Presentation Equipment
• Complimentary T-Shirt
• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Exploration of Alexandria Dune Fields
• Exclusive access to Sibuya Private Game Reserve
• Visit Addo Elephant National Park
• Stay at Intaka Bird Lodge
• All fees and/or taxes included
• Unlimited Tea and Coffee

Our organization provides the richest variety of volunteer opportunities in South Africa. The selected undertakings we offer are usually considered additional options by our rivals. Our distinctive factor is our thorough conservation efforts, involving the Addo Elephant National Park, Woody Cape Nature Reserve, ORITAG fish tagging conservation, and the tallest coastal sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. All while relishing the comfortable lodgings at Intaka Bird Lodge and delightful safari interactions.

• No infants allowed
• Travelers under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by adults

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.