
8
days
Zimbabwe
Python Research Expedition
DESCRIPTION:
Join us in Zimbabwe for an immersive Southern African Rock Python research expedition in partnership with Imire Rhino & Wildlife Conservancy, where cutting-edge field science meets real-world conservation. This expedition focuses on locating, monitoring, and studying wild rock pythons through hands on tracking, habitat assessments, and data collection alongside experienced researchers and Imire's rangers. Beyond the science, the program plays a critical role in conservation education - working directly with local communities to reduce fear, dispel myths, and promote coexistence with these misunderstood apex predators. Set against the backdrop of one of Zimbabwe's most respected conservancies, this expedition offers a rare opportunity to contribute meaningful data to ongoing research while supporting wildlife protection on the ground.
In addition to the python research, guests receive exclusive, behind the scenes access to Imire's flagship conservation programs, including rare hands-on opportunities working alongside rangers with elephants and rhinos, while learning firsthand about anti-poaching efforts, animal behavior, and the realities of conserving megafauna in Africa. This unique privilege offers an intimate look at how Imire protects its iconic species and gives guests a deeper, well rounded conservation experience that goes far beyond a typical wildlife expedition.
ITINERARY:
Over the course of the expedition, participants will begin with an orientation at Imire Rhino & Wildlife Conservancy, covering safety protocols, research objectives, and rock python ecology before heading into the field to learn tracking techniques and habitat assessment. The following days are spent conducting daily field surveys alongside rangers - locating pythons, recording biometric data, identifying nesting and basking sites, and deploying monitoring equipment - while also assisting with conservation education and community outreach.
INCLUDED:
Accommodations, local transportation, all activities, all meals.
NOT INCLUDED:
Flight/transport to Harare, Zimbabwe. Alcohol or extra food/snacks you wish to purchase. Any activities outside of the expedition dates.
EXPEDITION DATES:
October 12-19, 2026
