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Limpopo - South Africa

The Horse Safari Assistants' Programme takes place on the 15,000ha big five Abelana GameReserve in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa, surrounded by dramatic landscapes and adiversity of wildlife.

The programme offers a unique opportunity to visit a big five game reserve and to obtain hands-on, behind the scenes experience at a busy horse safari operation. Our objective in launching theprogramme is to offer young, energetic travellers who might not be able to afford such a safarithe chance to participate in an experience that will create lifelong memories while being part ofa dedicated safari team, contributing to the smooth running of the operation.

The programme runs for a minimum of 21 days and interns are expected to participate in thefollowing:

! Assist in the daily care of horsesTake care of riding equipmentDo groundwork with the horsesExercise horses dailyTack up horses for safari clientsAssist with basic hospitalityAssist the anti-poaching team with fence patrols on horsebackJoin the occasional game drive where availableJoin guests on horse safaris where availableAn excursion to the Kruger National Park

The level of engagement with the horse training will depend on your level of horse trainingeducation, but all participants in the programme will be expected to be proficient riders, have alove for horses and a desire for adventure.

Accommodation is provided at Hope House, where management and staff of Abelana SafariCamp and Abelana Horse Safaris live. Along with our stable yard, this will be your home fromhome, with private but simple sleeping quarters and shared ablution and cooking facilities.

The cost of the programme includes:

Three meals a dayTeas and coffeesWaterAccommodationAll riding activitiesExcursion to the Kruger National ParkCollection and drop off at Phalaborwa Airport or from a nearby shuttle bus stop in theareaBasic laundry

The cost excludes:

Air travelTravel and Medical insuranceAlcoholic and soft drinksAny Additional excursionsAny applicable park fees

Contact 061 952 4302 / res@abelanagamereserve.com for more information

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Horse SafariAssistants’ Programme