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The official page of the South African National Parks (SANParks) Honorary Rangers. Volunteers committed to conservation in support of SANParks.
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SANParks Honorary Rangers are the official South African National Parks (SANParks) volunteer organisation mandated by a
Co-operation Agreement with SANParks. We are a registered public benefit and non-profit organisation. We are a group of passionate volunteers who give freely of our time and skills to support conservation in the South African National Parks. We provide the people of South Africa

and our business community the opportunity to support our national parks. We are the SANParks preferred channel for public support towards our national parks. The SANParks Honorary Rangers movement has a long history. Volunteers were active in the Kruger National Park as early as 1902, helping to alleviate the workload of full-time rangers, but we were officially established on 5th May 1964. Today, there are over 2 300 SANParks Honorary Rangers, all volunteers, based in 31 regions around the country and working in 20 of our national parks, such as Kruger, Addo, Table Mountain and Kgalagadi National Parks. Our members are involved on various levels, from assisting at entry gates, raising funds for counter poaching activities, assisting in visitor management, running youth activities and even giving specialist advice on infrastructure and scientific projects. We provided SANParks with more than R100 million in donations and volunteer support over the past financial year and will continue to support our national parks.

🌍 www.sanparksvolunteers.org
📧 [email protected]
🫶 https://www.sanparksvolunteers.org/donate/

01/09/2026

𝗟𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗼 𝟱𝟬𝟬𝗸𝗺 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼-𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹
🎉New Date Available!🎉 Don't miss this amazing opportunity - 16 September 2026.

Calling all lovers of wilderness untouched by modern civilisation. Spanning the entire length of the Kruger National Park - from Crocodile Bridge to Pafuri - the Lebombo 4X4 Eco-trail takes you alongside the rarely visited Lebombo Mountains in the east of the Park.

This amazing experience is for a good cause, as funds raised go towards keeping this special place as nature intended. Covering over 500 km, we will make our way through the wildest corners of the park accompanied by highly experienced trail guides who will offer safety, guidance and shared knowledge during the day. At night, we will camp under starlit African skies, unfenced and free.

📅Date: 16 - 20 September 2026
🐘Venue: Meet at Crocodile Bridge
💰Price: R 11,500.00 per vehicle; Max. 5 vehicles per trail; Max. 4 people per vehicle. Camps are fully self-catering; own vehicles and camping equipment are required. Stops at rest camps will allow for refueling and re-stocking of provisions.
📞 Contact: Robbie Turner Email: [email protected] Cell: 0765250916

01/09/2026

We invite you to join us in supporting the EWT's Greater Kruger Cheetah Photographic Census. Every photograph counts towards their conservation!

31/08/2026

We’ve had two spaces open up! Mafunyane MTB Trail: 19 - 22 September 2026.
This is an exclusive opportunity for two people (sharing) to join a 4 day/3 night MTB trail through the Kruger National Park's big five country. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity!

You will ride along service roads, jeep tracks and elephant tracks, sleeping in pre-booked accommodation each night. All meals will be provided, so all you need to think about is enjoying your Kruger adventure.

Date: 19 - 22 September 2026
Venue: Meet at Phalaborwa Gate for an early start on day 1.
Cost: R16 000 per person (groups of 10 riders, aged 16+). Includes accommodation, meals, guides and in-park transfers. Accommodation is in shared rooms at Shimuwini and Bataleur Bushveld Camps and Boulders Bush Lodge. Excludes conservation fees and own snacks and refreshments.
Contact: Leoni at [email protected] 082 338 3243

This event is for intermediate and advanced riders with above-average fitness. Expect to spend between 4 and 10 hours a day on your bicycle, riding between 45 and 56km per day. Bikes need to be in good condition with tubeless tyres. No helmet, no ride.

31/08/2026

UNFORGETTABLE BIRDING AT INGULA
Spend some time with your head in the clouds in the tranquil Ingula Nature Reserve, perched on the escarpment near Van Reenen, KwaZulu-Natal. As a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance and Important Bird and Biodiversity Area, Ingula offers scenic opportunities to spot some of South Africa’s most iconic and endangered birds.

With over 340 species to spot, this is a treat for both casual birdwatchers and ornithologists alike. So pack your binos and bird book and enjoy birdwatching bliss with Birdlife South Africa’s community bird guides. Proceeds go to conservation projects in our national parks.

📅DATES: 25-27 Sep 2026
🚩VENUE: Ingula Nature Reserve KwaZulu-Natal. Birding will be from your own vehicle and on foot. High clearance vehicle essential.
💰COST: R5600 per couple. Includes: Two nights' stay at Green Lantern Inn, Van Reenen, Birdlife SA Bird Guides for excursions, breakfast snacks, tea and coffee. Excludes: Lunches and dinners.
📞CONTACT: Megan Evans 082 884 5127 [email protected]

29/08/2026

You are invited to an unforgettable sunset musical concert in the heart of the Kruger National Park. The evening introduces its very own "Big 5" musical artists: Timothy Moloi, Lynelle Kenned, Coenie de Villiers, Rocco de Villiers and Lizelle le Roux. Join us for an evening of remarkable performances, Kruger ambiance and lasting impact for the wild places we all treasure.

📅DATE: 20 March 2027
⏰TIME: Sunset
🚌VENUE: A shuttle service will transport you to the venue near Skukuza. The shuttle services will depart from Nelspruit (14h00), White River (14h00), Kruger Gate (16h00), Skukuza Rest Camp (16h00) and Pretoriuskop Rest Camp (15h00).
💰COST: R1500 - R1700 per ticket (Includes the R1350 Concert ticket + R150/R350 shuttle service, depending on travel distance.)
📞BOOKINGS: Please book your ticket via Quicket: https://qkt.io/KrugerConcert
🏠ACCOMMODATION: For accommodation, please contact Jackey Deacon at [email protected]

28/08/2026

We extend our deepest gratitude to the Comrades Marathon Association and our 2026 Race4Charity runners who contributed to the massive R1.33 million raised for the SANParks Honorary Rangers through the Comrades Marathon Association's AmaBeadiBeadi Charity campaign in 2026. The amount was announced at yesterday's handover ceremony in Durban.

We are especially grateful to our Race4Charity runners for their commitment, heart and enthusiasm - and all the volunteer members of the SANParks Honorary Rangers who helped to sell merchandise and Toyota-Win-A-Car Competition tickets.

You have made an outstanding contribution to conservation efforts in South Africa’s national parks – and we cannot thank you enough!

A total of R7 166 249 was raised for all six AmaBeadiBeadi Charities.

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27/08/2026

Gather your teammates, bring your competitive spirit, and play your part in conservation! The SANParks Honorary Rangers Bushveld Region invites you to Padel for a Purpose, a fundraiser for conservation. Then, stay for an afternoon of live rugby - Italy vs Springboks at 13:40 and Scotland vs New Zealand at 16:10.

🎾To register: please contact Chandré Kruger on 072 783 2672 before 30 September 2026.

📅Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026. ENTRIES CLOSE: 30 September 2026
⏰Registration: from 07h30
🚩Venue: Hoedspruit Padel & Sports Bar, 1410 Zandspruit Boulevard, Hoedspruit, Limpopo
🎾Format: Americano
💰Cost: R2 000 per team of two. Includes: racket hire, Padel balls, lunch, one drink, prize-giving and gift. Limited sponsorship opportunities available at R3 000 per sponsorship (five sponsors)

Hoedspruit Padel

26/08/2026

Every day, the anti-poaching dogs of the SANParks K9 units, together with their handlers, face harsh terrain, extreme weather conditions, dense bush, rocky landscapes, and long hours in the field. Their work is physically demanding and requires exceptional stamina, focus, and determination.

This unit forms a critical part of protecting our precious wildlife, but the job asks a great deal of them. To perform at their best and remain healthy, they need the highest standard of care—from quality nutrition and veterinary support to ongoing training, proper equipment, and adequate rest and recovery.

By investing in their wellbeing, we ensure they can continue to carry out their vital role safely and effectively. The care we provide is not just about supporting working dogs; it's about honouring the dedication they show every day in the fight against poaching.

Click here to donate https://www.sanparksvolunteers.org/k9-national-project/ -now

Photo 📸: Elizabeth O.

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24/08/2026

Entries for the 𝟭𝟬𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻 are imminent! As we stand on the threshold of this momentous moment in history, we invite all Comrades Marathon runners to make their “legacy run” count for more than just the race!

Run for history. Run for legacy. And run for Conservation!

Your legacy run can make a tangible difference for the protection of our treasured wildlife, national parks and natural heritage. So, don’t miss this never-to-be-repeated opportunity to make conservation part of your Comrades legacy!

To make your 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, you can choose to raise funds for SANParks Honorary Rangers through Race4Charity on entering. Race entries open on 25 August 2026 for green and yellow numbers, with CMA entries following on 2 September and general entries on 9 September.

24/08/2026

𝗟𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗼 𝟱𝟬𝟬𝗸𝗺 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼-𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹
Calling all lovers of wilderness untouched by modern civilisation. Spanning the entire length of the Kruger National Park - from Crocodile Bridge to Pafuri - the Lebombo 4X4 Eco-trail takes you alongside the rarely visited Lebombo Mountains in the east of the Park.

This amazing experience is for a good cause, as funds raised go towards keeping this special place as nature intended. Covering over 500 km, we will make our way through the wildest corners of the park accompanied by highly experienced trail guides who will offer safety, guidance and shared knowledge during the day. At night, we will camp under starlit African skies, unfenced and free. Spaces are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment.

One date left for 2026! 11 October 2026

🐘Venue: Meet at Crocodile Bridge
💰Price: R 11,500.00 per vehicle; Max. 5 vehicles per trail; Max. 4 people per vehicle. Camps are fully self-catering; own vehicles and camping equipment are required. Stops at rest camps will allow for refueling and re-stocking of provisions.
📞 Contact: Robbie Turner Email: [email protected] Cell: 0765250916

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