WELCOME TO
THE WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY INTERNSHIP
This Wildlife Photography Internship in South Africa is designed for aspiring photographers ready to grow their skills while supporting real conservation. Set in the Greater Kruger Area, you’ll work with a professional wildlife photographer to capture meaningful images and explore the role of photography in research, education, and awareness.
You’ll be part of a team guided by an experienced photography mentor - receiving feedback, refining your approach, and learning to photograph wildlife ethically and effectively. From documenting key species to contributing to conservation campaigns, this internship brings purpose and creativity together.
Whether you're aiming for a career in photography or just passionate about wildlife, this is one of the most immersive wildlife photography opportunities in South Africa.
Why Book This Wildlife Photography Experience Through Lost Adventures
With over 15 years of experience in African travel and conservation - including as co-founder of the Modisa Wildlife Project in Botswana - Lost Adventures offers expert guidance, trusted support, and extended liability cover. There are no added fees, and if anything doesn’t go as planned, we’ve got your back.
Up to 7 volunteers
8-12 weeks
1 to 2 start dates/month (Sundays)
Minimum age: 18.
Arrive/depart via Hoedspruit airport (HDS), South Africa, Sundays any time.
1.5-hour road transfer from Hoedspruit Airport to project (return) included in price.
Weekends are yours to explore: Safari in Kruger Park, panoramic road trips, quad biking, and more.
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HIGHLIGHTS AT the Wildlife Photography INTERNSHIP
Mentorship Meets the Wild
Learn directly from pros while staying at a comfortable lodge along the river. Surrounded by nature and close to Kruger National Park, it's the perfect base to grow your wildlife photography skills.
Photography for Conservation
Your work matters. Every image you take contributes to wildlife conservation - from educational materials for local schools to awareness campaigns for broader impact.
Workshops + Personal Projects
Start with structured workshops in wildlife, night, and macro photography, plus editing in Adobe Lightroom. Then dive into your own project, guided by your mentor.
Field-Based Wildlife Conservation
Use your images to create animal ID kits, monitor wildlife health, and support key conservation work. This is a Wildlife Photography Internship that goes beyond the lens.
Photography With a Purpose
Photos from the Wildlife Photography Internship contribute to conservation, fundraising, and marketing initiatives. Your skills become a force for protecting South Africa’s wildlife.
Grow Your Creative Confidence
This internship gives you the chance to create a meaningful collection of wildlife photography that reflects your growth, creativity, and passion - something you may choose to build on long after your time in the bush.
In the first week of this internship with wildlife photography, you’ll engage in an immersive workshop led by a skilled professional wildlife photographer.
Explore the core principles, secrets, and highlights of wildlife photography while mastering your camera settings to capture stunning images.
Challenging assignments will encourage you to photograph diverse elements like frames, colours, movement, and portraits, introducing you to new techniques and enhancing your photography skills.
Additionally, you'll learn the art of editing your photos using Adobe Lightroom, ensuring your images truly stand out and captivate viewers.
Explore the intricate world beneath our feet through macro photography. As a dedicated wildlife photography volunteer, you'll develop a keen eye for the smaller components of the wildlife environment and master the art of capturing their unique beauty. You'll be captivated by the often-overlooked creatures such as dung beetles, dragonflies, and numerous others, showcasing their extraordinary details through your lens.
Ethical photography in natural settings is crucial for any wildlife photographer. This program will educate you on animal behaviour, fostering a conservation-centric mindset in your photographic pursuits.
By learning to photograph responsibly, you'll positively impact wildlife conservation while producing awe-inspiring images that reflect the beauty of wildlife in their natural habitats.
Throughout your time in this wildlife photography internship, you’ll actively contribute to the broader conservation goals and objectives in the Greater Kruger region, while continuously honing your photography skills. You’ll gain a deep understanding of what it means to be a professional wildlife photographer, including editing and effectively utilising your photos. Through various activities, the tutor will guide you towards creating exceptional images, presenting them with context, and exploring opportunities for exposure. By the end of the four weeks, you'll be amazed by your remarkable progress.
As a vital part of the project's research initiatives, your wildlife photography will help gather essential animal identification data. By capturing sharp, detailed images of wildlife during game drives, you'll assist the research team in identifying individual animals, enabling them to monitor their health, movements, and behaviour. Your photographs will be crucial for updating identification databases that inform conservation-driven decisions in reserve management.
After an adventurous day of exploring and capturing wildlife through your lens, relax at the lodge, cool off in the pool, catch a movie, or enjoy a lively games night with other volunteers. From time to time, guides and staff will offer informative presentations, providing in-depth knowledge about the African landscape and its rich wildlife and local cultures. Dine on the picturesque deck, where you can enjoy a warm fire and roast marshmallows.
Activity Overview
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Why we love wildlife photography internship
It’s the Real Deal
This Wildlife Photography Internship stands out for its realness. You’re not just observing wildlife - you’re out there learning how to photograph it responsibly, understanding the role images play in conservation, and gaining meaningful insights from an experienced mentor.
Wild Places, Personal Impact
We love that it’s immersive but approachable. The Greater Kruger is one of the most iconic wildlife regions in Africa, and this internship gives you the chance to explore it with purpose. It’s an ideal blend of creative growth and conservation, designed to leave you feeling inspired, challenged, and part of something bigger.
Creative Growth, at Your Pace
There’s space to grow – technically and creatively. With expert support and a flexible learning environment, you’ll sharpen your eye, build your portfolio, and gain confidence behind the lens. Whether you’re a beginner or on your way to pro, this experience meets you where you are and helps you level up.
Connection That Lasts
Most of all, this experience connects people – with nature, with conservation, and with each other. You’ll share fireside chats, early morning drives, and shared wins in the field. It’s the kind of place where purpose builds friendships, and from our own experience, those connections last long after the trip ends.
Make an enquiry for
Internship with Wildlife Photography
Once we receive your enquiry, we will swiftly check for availability and aim to get back to you within 2 business days. Please note that sending this enquiry does not create any obligations for you.
