Blog posts in Liwonde National Park

Educating children about rhino conservation in Malawi

During my time in Malawi, volunteering for the black rhino research project, I have worked with school teacher Orsi Bedo, to present lessons on conservation, wildlife and environmental processes, at... read more

A little sign of hope for Liwonde

A routine black rhino monitoring session in Liwonde reveals an lovely surprise. The first of it's kind in three years and hope for future rhino populations. read more

African Bat Conservation in Liwonde National Park

I was lucky enough to be asked to give a helping hand to the African Bat Conservation team. This involves a trip into the bush just before sunset, to set up two different types of traps. read more

Eco-club Lessons at Malawi Conservation Project

I have also been lucky enough to cross the river and participate in the Nanthomba eco-club project. Nanthomba is an amazing school and has provided an opportunity for me to help teach local children... read more

Black Rhino Monitoring Volunteer Experience

I have been getting to know the various signs of rhino activity and how to distinguish between different individuals. It’s also really important that we use our time in the bush to collect any... read more

Tracking my first black rhino in Malawi

It’s been an amazing start to my stay at Liwonde National Park in Malawi. I'm volunteering for the Black Rhino Research programme, which is supported by Wildlife ACT and have managed to view my... read more

The wildlife volunteer’s ultimate winter packing list

In Zululand it can drop to 8°C/46°F at night and the days can be 21°C/70°F, but with these essential items you can survive any winter’s day in the African bush! read more