Ngala Wilderness

I am writing to thank you for allowing me the opportunity to participate in the photography internship. I have taken snapshots for years, and I have participated in many workshops. Each workshop taught me something new, and each workshop was memorable. Then you introduced me to Ngala Wilderness, and a whole new world opened up for me in photography. Barco’s knowledge is expansive, and his photography is stunning. What I loved was he never tried to turn me into him. Barco helps you turn your vision into the photograph you want, or a better way to explain it, is he helps you hone your skills to be the photographer you want to be. Barco, Jacqui and I spent countless hours on safari. We laughed, we talked and we learned that photography is so much more than snapping a picture: planning, animal movements, timing, respect for the animals space and the animals, which roads to follow, weather, everything contributes to your photography. Conservation and safety are always the objectives. Oh, and hours on safari only meant hours behind the computer learning how to streamline your processing, in addition to the actual processing. The man is tireless, and his enthusiasm is infectious. What an adventure! What a learning experience! I would definitely return for Barco’s Photography Part Two! Hint! Hint! I came to you as a photographer who really liked the adventure more than anything. I walked away feeling like a “real” photographer, but still one that loves adventure. Barco Greeff and Ngala Wilderness was the perfect way to experience both. Thank you for changing my life! Barco, there you go!

I spent two fantastic weeks here as a volunteer. The lodge was spacious and beautifully furnished. Everything was extremely well organized. The guides, Christian and Fabio, are extremely knowledgeable about animals, their behavior, and nature. I always felt safe with them. Picking us up at the airport went well. Even when we had to change lodges due to heavy rain, they organized everything perfectly, and we were in safe hands. The chef, Tomy, was fantastic and always treated us to delicious food. The atmosphere was always great and very friendly. I recommend volunteering with Fabio and Christian to everyone. They are planning to open a new lodge. I'm sure it will be great. So You'll have a fantastic experience.

My time at Ngala Wilderness was one I won’t forget. I had the pleasure of being shown an authentic side of Southern African conservation, in a breathtaking place with kind and genuine people, Christian and Fabio, to guide and teach us along the way. During my time here I made strong connections and memories with every single person who was involved in this experience - from the Chef, Tommy, who catered to my every need as a vegetarian and provided amazing meals, to Billy and Lily the farm dogs who kept us all company. Ngala Wilderness gave me the opportunity to experience a different way of life, an opportunity to learn and went above and beyond to show clients all South Africa had to offer - the unique wildlife, the food, the scenery, and the wonderful people.