Lion Collaring - PAWZ Africa

Hold their Paw and Guard their Legacy

Come face to face with the king of the wild in their most vulnerable moment. Assist experts in a lion collaring operation; fit tracking equipment, monitor vitals, and witness their awakening. This rare, hands-on experience connects you deeply to conservation and leaves you forever changed when you hear a lion’s roar.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival, Meet & Greet

Afternoon: Arrive at the designated Game Reserve within Kwa-Zulu Natal
– Welcome drink and settle into your accommodation
– Meet your PAWZ Africa and reserve hosts

Evening: Sunset Game Drive tracking Lions
– Search for the reserve’s Lions as rangers share their stories and challenges
– Overview of why Lion collaring is critical to their protection

Dinner: Fireside Dinner & Collaring Briefing
– Enjoy a traditional bush dinner under the stars
– Meet the vet and conservation team who will lead the collaring operation
– Learn about collaring technology, tracking, and data-driven Lion management

Day 2: The Collaring Operation

Morning: Breakfast & Briefing on the day’s activities, safety protocols, and roles
– Optional Activities:
Bush Walk
Game Drive
Relax by the pool
Enjoy a massage

Early Afternoon: Participate in the Lion Collaring process, which includes:
– Locating and darting the Lion
– Assisting veterinarians with monitoring vital signs, collecting DNA samples, and fitting the satellite collar

Dinner: Picnic meal in the field as the collaring operation usually proceeds until late

Day 3: Tracking & Departure

Morning: Join a short drive to check GPS signals and locate the newly collared lion

Late Morning: Breakfast & Final Reflections

Midday: Check-out and departure

Inclusions

2 nights’ accommodation
All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
Participation in Lion Collaring operation
Daily game drives and selected conservation activities
Expert guidance from Wildlife professionals

Exclusions

Transportation to and from the reserve
Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
Personal expenses and gratuities
Travel & Medical insurances

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Based in Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa, the majority of our work takes place in this region. Our focus as the name suggests is towards Parks and Wildlife Zululand however upon invitation by other organisations and reserves we will assist on projects nationally.

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