--- title: Home date: 2026-06-19T12:52:27Z modified: 2026-09-11T12:57:36Z permalink: "https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/" type: page status: publish excerpt: "" wpid: 10 timestamp: 2026-09-11T12:57:36Z tags: [] --- # Don’t Just See a Rhino. Help Protect One. A Global call to protect Earth’s last rhinos – Join a small-group rhino conservation experience in South Africa and step inside real wildlife-management operations alongside experienced professionals. ## Rhino Expedition - Quick Facts - 2027 - South Africa - Limited places [ Find Out More ](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/page/itineraries.md) - Our Cause ## Help Stamp Out The Extinction of Our Rhino As of 2025, there are only 17,464 white rhino and 6421 black rhino in Africa. More than 50% of these iconic animals are protected by game farmers. The pressure on these conservancies is relentless and these wildlife conservancies need our help. Why not join in helping save the last bastions of these beautiful creatures with the opportunity of a hands-on interaction in the management of this fast-declining species? - Who Are We? ## What Is Rhino Expeditions? Rhino Xpeditions is a specialist wildlife conservation experience in Africa, based in Limpopo, South Africa. Guests join small-group expeditions that provide supervised access to real rhino conservation and wildlife-management operations, including capture, monitoring, collaring, data collection and veterinary procedures when required by the conservation team. [ Meet The Team ](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/page/about.md) - Our Cause ## Help Stamp Out The Extinction of Our Rhino ### Protecting Africa’s Rhinos Takes More Than Watching From a Safari Vehicle At the end of 2024, IUCN estimated that 22,540 rhinos remained in Africa: 15,752 white rhinos and 6,788 black rhinos. Protecting these populations requires continuous monitoring, security, veterinary care and responsible wildlife management. Rhino Xpeditions gives a small number of guests the rare opportunity to step beyond the role of observer and become part of that protection effort. This is not simply a safari; it is a hands-on conservation experience where you stand alongside the people working to safeguard rhinos for future generations. Join the mission, feel the weight of the work, and leave knowing that your journey has helped protect something truly irreplaceable. Source: IUCN – [African rhino population estimates, August 2025](https://iucn.org/press-release/202508/poaching-african-rhinos-down-drought-and-other-threats-drive-losses-globally) [ See the Upcoming Expedition ](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/page/itineraries.md) - Featured Itineraries ## Join a Rhino Conservation Expedition - South Africa - 24th April - 2nd May 2027 #### 9-Day Game Capture & Wildlife Relocation Expedition A hands-on wildlife conservation and safari experience in South Africa - 9-Day Itinerary - Rhino Conservation Work - All-inclusive - Meals, Transport & Guide - Professional Photography Coaching ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gavin-with-the-Rhinos_edited.avif) [ View Itinerary ](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/page/rhino-xpeditions-package-1.md) - South Africa - 5th - 11th May 2027 #### 7-Day Rhino Conservation Expedition An exclusive, hands-on rhino conservation safari experience. - 7-Day Itinerary (5 working days) - Rhino Conservation Work - All-inclusive - Meals, Transport & Guide - Professional Photography Coaching ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Rhino-19.jpg) [ View Itinerary ](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/page/2027-rhino-package-2.md) - experience ## Follow Us on This Experience ### What Rhino Conservation Actually Involves Conservation work around the Baobab rhino herd can include protective monitoring, translocation, tracking-collar fitting or replacement, veterinary treatment, dehorning when required for security, and the collection of health and identification data. Guests participate only under the direction of the wildlife team. Witness the resilience of the Baobab Rhino herd in Limpopo, South Africa. Be part of this urgent conservation mission—experience it firsthand and help shape a future where rhinos thrive. Rhinos are teetering on the edge of extinction—and their survival depends on swift, sustained action. At Rhino Xpedition Africa, we work directly with these magnificent creatures, providing critical support through: Witness the resilience of the Baobab Rhino herd in Limpopo, South Africa. Be part of this urgent conservation mission—experience it firsthand and help shape a future where rhinos thrive. Rhinos are teetering on the edge of extinction—and their survival depends on swift, sustained action. At Rhino Xpedition Africa, we work directly with these magnificent creatures, providing critical support through: ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Rhino-39.jpg) • Protective security measures • Translocation to safer habitats • Tracking collar updates and replacements • Expert veterinary care • Humane horn removal when necessary for their safety ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Rhino-6.jpg) ### Fully Immersive Experience Rhino Xpeditions is led by Gavin Robinson, a wildlife-management specialist with more than 40 years of hands-on experience across Africa. During rhino operations, guests work alongside wildlife veterinarian Dr Heinrich Vollgraaff and the wider conservation field team. ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Rhino-30.jpg) ### What's Included in Your Experience Every 2027 expedition is built around specialist conservation access rather than a conventional safari schedule. Exact inclusions vary by expedition and are clearly detailed in each itinerary. - Exclusive game drives, walks and wildlife activities designed to deepen your connection with the wild - Delicious meals, snacks, and light refreshments throughout your stay - Hands-on efforts protecting the Baobab rhino herd - Safari accommodation - Polokwane transfers - Full-time guiding - Professional photography coaching ![Rhino-11](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Rhino-11-rpiwsb8bq0zo1dnnrj86uof1u0fw1q3wkj15wk4nqg.jpg "Rhino-11") ### Air Experience Darting is generally from the air. At some stage you will experience a birds eye view of the ongoing operation. The pilot and veterinarian will explain each action taken by them ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/510a9156-66b3-44fa-b42f-c10e1d327ea7_JPG.avif) ### Ground Experience Those of us on the ground will gently manoeuvre the rhino into the sternal recumbency position. The rhino team will take the lead, calling our eco-tourists to help when it's safe ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ed435c11-7458-48bc-b1a1-bc60493981c1-1_edited.avif) ### White Rhinos White rhinos are generally easier to work with, as they often go down in open areas. As part of this unforgettable experience, you'll be directly involved in every step of the process — from placing the eye cover and ear plugs to fitting the tracking collar and monitoring their vital signs. ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PHOTO-2025-08-31-09-58-54_edited.avif) ### Black Rhinos Black rhino find the thickest bush to hide in and so when the drug takes effect we need to work fast. ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/happy-rhino.avif) ### Tracking Collar This collar enables the rhino to be tracked and located 24/7. Your participation in these operations will help increase the survival rate of these endangered animals. ![](https://rhinoexpeditions.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IMG_5142_JPG.avif) ### Join The Fight! Join the Fight to Protect the Baobab herd comprising of 30 Rhino-Your Conservation Expedition Awaits! Through supervised and ethical participation in dehorning and collaring operations, data capture of measurements, DNA samples and animal health, you will help safeguard these majestic animals from poaching and support vital wildlife research. - Stories From The Field ## What Previous Guests Say? Discover the stories of conservationists, researchers, and volunteers who are making a real difference for wildlife. "An unforgettable week with Rhino Xpedition Africa! From tracking wildlife and collaring rhinos by helicopter, to fireside stories and sundowners under ancient baobabs, every day was completely unique and thrilling. Gavin’s care and knowledge made it all feel personal, and being part of a small group felt like joining a family. The 5-star camp was the perfect base for this once-in-a-lifetime experience" Nikki "Jackie & Gavin (and Shann & Howard from the lodge) were exceptional hosts in every way possible for this "once in a lifetime" adventure. Being completely and truly immersed in the conservation of this herd of Rhinos, seeing and touching these majestic, wild animals in their natural habitat is a very exceptional privilege .. This experience is an exclusive, unique, extraordinary , breath taking and hands on conservation encounter that I will cherish for the rest of my life . I would like to give this adventure 5/5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 and highly recommend "Rhino Xpedition Africa" to everyone as a must do !!! " Kerstin "I’ve lived my whole life in Africa, interacting with wildlife in one way or another, living on a game ranch, raising orphaned wild animals, being part of game capture operations, observing the odd animal being sedated, flying in a helicopter looking for animals, BUT never ever have I had an experience like this. The most action packed 5 days of my life!!!! I highly highly recommend it for those who can. You have to be there to experience it. Words cannot express it enough. With Gavin as your personal guide, you never stop learning about the bush and the animals." Jacs ## Who This Is For Designed for travellers who want access to real wildlife-management operations rather than simply another game-viewing holiday. ### Experienced Africa Travellers ### Wildlife Photographers ### Conservation Enthusiasts ### Specialist Safari Travellers ### Support Our Mission to Protect Nature Your support allows us to expand conservation efforts and reach more vulnerable habitats. Be part of the change that protects our planet. [ ](tel:+263776174839) [Phone Number](tel:+263776174839) [+263 77 617 4839](tel:+263776174839) [ ](mailto:gavin@rhinoxpeditions.africa) [Email Address](mailto:gavin@rhinoexpeditions.africa) Address Baobab Wildlife Private Nature Reserve, Tshipise, South Africa