ELEPHANT CONSERVATION RESEARCH EXPEDITION IN SOUTH AFRICA

Our unique expeditions combine science, creativity, passion, technology, and nature, allowing you to experience many facets of elephant conservation. From assisting with hands-on research in the field and the laboratory, to being immersed in the wonders of nature and simply watching and listening to elephants within reach, you will gain unique and invaluable experiences to strengthen your academic, career, and personal goals. The Elephant Research Expedition will inspire you in making a difference for nature and for yourself.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

FAQs

Here are the answers to some our of most frequently asked questions regarding our expeditions. Don’t see the answer to your question? Contact us for more information!

  • The next expedition is schedule for the summer of 2023. We will be leaving on June 22 and coming home on July 4.

  • As of right now, the cost of the expedition is $7500/person. That does not include the cost of your flights, but does include all transportation once we land in South Africa, along with meals.

  • Once you are registered for the expedition, Dr. Kari will be in touch with flight information. You do not have to book the same flights as the rest of the group, however you will need to land at the same airport in South Africa (Johannesburg) by a specific time to catch any group transportation with the group. These details vary with each expedition so keep an eye out for communications once you’re registered!

  • While timelines and specifics are subject to change, we typically spend the first three days at a safari camp to decompress after the long flights. At these camps, we are able to go on multiple game drives a day and start learning about the African wildlife.

    After the safari camp, we go to our research facilities, where we stay for 5-7 days. While we are there, you will learn about the field and lab techniques we employ to monitor elephants in the wild. Game drives are available, and we typically spend a day or two with our partners, Elephants Alive and the Black Mambas, to see how they’re aiding conservation efforts daily.

    The last days of the trip will be in and around Kruger National Park, where we will explore the park and go on our last game drives.

  • Spots are limited and will be held on a first come, first serve basis, with your spot only guaranteed after you pay the trip deposit. If you are interested in attending the next expedition, fill out the contact form below or email us at contact.forelephants@gmail.com.

  • We will see A LOT of different species while in Africa, but cannot guarantee that we will see any specific animal. On our last expedition, we saw elephants, giraffes, zebra, lots of herds of impala, hippos, buffalo, a few baby hyenas (no adults this trip!), two prides of lions, a pair of cheetahs, a hunting leopard, plus many different bird species!

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Fill out this form with the message “Lets go to Africa!” to reserve your spot on our next expedition!