Name: Black Mamba Conservation Experience
Location: Hoedspruit, South Africa

One Niner Expeditions

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Duration: 3 days

Group size: 2 - 6

Black Mamba Conservation Experience

Hoedspruit, South Africa

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Duration: 3 days

Group size: 2 - 6

Bush River Lodge Stay
Private en-suite accommodation for 2 nights at Bush River Lodge in a tranquil, riverside setting near Hoedspruit.
All Meals Included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at the lodge. Vegetarian options available. Meals enjoyed in a relaxed bush setting.
Coffee, Tea & Water
Complimentary tea, coffee, and drinking water available throughout your stay at the lodge.
Mambas Ops Room Visit
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Africa’s first all-female anti-poaching unit with a guided presentation at their operations room.
Walk & Talk Patrol
Join the Mambas on a guided walk along the Poachers Trail, learning about anti-poaching techniques and daily patrol life.
Snare Sweep Patrol
Participate in a non-operational snare sweep with the Mamba team at Ekuthuleni — a key conservation activity on the ground.
Craig Spencer Talk
Learn from the founder of the Black Mambas, Craig Spencer, during a relaxed sundowner session at the lodge.
Arrival Transfer
Private transfer from Hoedspruit to Bush River Lodge on Day 1 of this experience.
Departure Transfer
Private transfer from Bush River Lodge to Eastgate Airport (HDS) on Day 3.
Tour Host Support
On-trip hosting, coordination, and support by One Niner Expeditions.

Alcoholic beverages
Available for purchase at the Bush River Lodge bar
Travel/Health Insurance
Travel and health insurance are not included. Clients must arrange their own coverage to protect against medical emergencies, trip interruptions, and other unexpected situations.
Personal Expenses
Souvenirs, laundry, SIM cards, snacks, and other personal items are not included.
International flights
International flights from your home country to South Africa are not included. Travelers are responsible for booking their own flights and arranging necessary visas and travel documents.
Optional Activities
Any extra activities not listed in the itinerary are at your own cost.
Visa Fees (if required)
Travelers are responsible for securing any necessary visas before arrival.
Gratuities
Gratuities for Bush River Lodge staff are not included and are appreciated at your discretion.

Day 1
Day 1
Arrival & Meet the Black Mambas
After your Hoedspruit or Kruger safari, you’ll transfer to Bush River Lodge, your comfortable base for this behind-the-scenes conservation add-on. Settle in, then meet the fearless women of the Black Mambas at their Operations Room for an eye-opening introduction to their pioneering anti-poaching work.
Join a guided Walk & Talk patrol along the Poachers Trail, gaining intimate insight into their frontline conservation efforts. Return to the lodge to relax and refresh.
End your day with drinks and dinner in the tranquil bush setting, followed by campfire conversations that bring you closer to this vital conservation journey.
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Day 2
Day 2
Patrols, Purpose & Conservation Insights
Your second day begins with a peaceful breakfast at Bush River Lodge, followed by one of the most impactful moments of the experience, joining the Black Mambas on a snare sweep at Ekuthuleni. This hands-on conservation activity offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of protecting wildlife on the ground.
After returning to the lodge to refresh, enjoy a leisurely lunch and time to relax by the river. In the late afternoon, you’ll be joined by Craig Spencer, founder of the Black Mambas and director of Transfrontier Africa, for a casual drink and open conversation about conservation in action.
As the sun sets, gather for dinner with Craig, a thoughtful and inspiring close to a day dedicated to purpose, connection, and real conservation impact.
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Day 3
Day 3
Reflection & Departure
Enjoy a final, slow morning in the bush with breakfast at Bush River Lodge, surrounded by the sounds of nature. This is a chance to reflect on your time with the Black Mambas and everything you’ve learned about life on the frontlines of conservation.
After breakfast, you’ll check out and transfer to Eastgate Airport (HDS) for your onward journey. Leaving not just with memories, but with a deeper understanding of the people and purpose behind wildlife protection in South Africa.
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