The Other Animals Safaris

06/12/2024

Thank you for the messages of support and love received so far 🩵

Some of Christopher's previous safari guests have reached out and suggested we start a fundraising campaign - so we have!

Christopher's Back-A-Buddy campaign is now live 🙏

https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/christopher-rasta-maseko-needs-a-new-eye

05/12/2024

Many of our guests will know Christopher - he is an amazing guide, with a huge amount of passion for wildlife and he absolutely loves his job as a guide in Kruger. If you spent time with Christopher you will know all about his great sense of humour too!

Chris Maseko was involved in a serious accident in November, which sadly resulted in the loss of one of his eyes. As a safari guide, this is a huge setback for him, and we are now seeking to raise funds to help cover the cost of his prosthetic eye. Unfortunately, as Chris does not have medical aid, he will need to cover the expenses entirely on his own.

His operation is planned for early February 2025 and we hope to raise enough to cover not only the cost of the prosthetic eye, but also the transport and logistical expenses, and hopefully a little extra to support him through the coming months as he adjusts to this major life change.

**Edit** We have started a Back-A-Buddy fundraiser account - thank you to those who suggested this!

https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/christopher-rasta-maseko-needs-a-new-eye

Any donation, no matter how small, would be greatly appreciated and would make a world of difference to Chris as he navigates this challenging time. Thank you for your kindness and support 🐾

04/12/2024

Celebrate this very special day with us🐾

Happy International Cheetah Day & Wildlife Conservation Day!

15/08/2024

We still have space on our 6-night package in Kruger!
20 to 26 August 2024
If you can't stay for all 6-nights join us for 3!

25/06/2024

Today we celebrate, Di!

Thank you for all that you do for us, The Other Animals team, and everyone around you!🩷

19/06/2024

17/05/2024

Endangered Species Day, 2024 🐾🌍

"We all have a responsibility to protect endangered species, both for their sake and for the sake of our own future generations." - Loretta Lynch

11/05/2024

Such a special part of our team! Emanuel, you deserve only happiness and joy today - have an awesome birthday 🐾🦒🐘🥳

03/05/2024

Last chance to vote! Currently sitting in 4th place 🥳🤩- we need a few extra votes to get Titan to Top 3!

Voting closes 10 May.

Remember to click on the photo to open it and then like 👍

Hoedspruit Paws offers such a great service to Hoedspruit community and the surrounding areas. We are so happy to support them in any way possible!

Titan is a very special part of our team and the office just would not be the same without this little bundle of joy!

Christelle Malan
Kaylee Scott

11/04/2024

🌍ATTENTION ALL TRAVELLERS & ADVENTURE SEEKERS🌍

Have you ever wondered what it's like to feel the South African sun on your skin and the breeze through your hair while watching wildlife do what they do best? Now's your chance! Join us in the magnificent Kruger National Park to experience all those things and more.

🐾 When:
20 to 26 August 2024

📌 Where:
Kruger National Park

🦓 Pick-up and Drop off:
Hoedspruit, South Africa

⛺Accommodation
Basic accommodation with communal ablutions
3-nights' southern Kruger
3- nights' central Kruger

🌿Cost:
ZAR 19 865 per person sharing
25% single supplement applies

Includes: accommodation, guided game drives in an Open Safari Vehicle, Kruger Park entry fees, bottled water, tea & coffee

✔️For more information:
Contact us on either +27 73 350 5623 or send us an email at [email protected]

Limited availability
Maximum 6 guests

04/04/2024

A day in the life of our guide, Christopher!

Christopher spent a few days in the Kruger National Park with awesome guests and they had fantastic sightings! 🐾🦓

21/03/2024

"To deny people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity." - Nelson Mandela

08/03/2024

The Other Animals Safaris is hiring!

JUNIOR GUIDE REQUIRED FOR WORKING IN THE
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK & PRIVATE RESERVES

We are looking for an enthusiastic guide to join our safari team, based in Hoedspruit! Our guides need to absolutely love guiding, specifically in The Kruger Park and in the smaller private reserves.

Our guides and their passion for the Kruger National Park & Greater Kruger make many dreams come true for our guests. And our guests are what we are all about!

Please note: This is NOT a lodge position.

You will be doing full day drives as well as overnight safaris in the Kruger National Park as well as morning and afternoon drives on a private concession, close to Hoedspruit.
Your duties include, but are not limited to:
hosting guests, conducting guided game drives, doing guided tours and transfers in the area.
There will be a 3 month probation period.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
> Based in Hoedspruit or be prepared to relocate (accommodation can be provided)
> Valid Public Drivers License (PDP)
> Valid & Current First Aid Certificate
> CATHSSETA registered with guiding card
> Minimum FGASA NQF2 or equivalent
> Preferably 1 to 2 years guiding experience
> Valid security clearance for private reserves (polygraph test results)
> Own reliable transport
> Friendly, warm and enthusiastic personality – you must love people, not just wildlife!

SALARY:
** market related, negotiable depending on level of experience

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
** Performance bonus every 6 - 12 months (based on the outcome of your performance review, financial status of the company and reviews from guests)
** SATIB Professional Guide Insurance package (optional)

Closing date for applications: 22 March 2024
Start date: 01 April 2024 / Sooner - ASAP

If you qualify and would like to apply please send an introduction letter together with your CV to [email protected]

Only applications received via email will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a reply within a week, please consider your application as unsuccessful.