2022

In 2022, Zuka Private Game Reserve embraced its inaugural participation in Tusk’s Wildlife Ranger Challenge, marking the start of this annual event that unites the reserve’s staff, partners and neighbours!

The challenge, a fun-filled, competitive series of push-up and sit-up challenges leading up to the main event: walking or running a choice of 5km or 10km and for the courageous, the full 21km run through the reserve, has become a highlight of Zuka’s calendar. Event day culminates with well earned medals, trophies and a celebration at the wonderful Bayala Private Safari Lodge.

Meanwhile there is some serious business of fundraising!

Reaching out to friends and guests around the world as we participate in this challenge, our funds raised go to Oceans Without Borders Marine Rangers. Tusk have the immense support of The Scheinberg Relief Fund who generously committed $1million in matched funds to support of rangers most in need, and, if that wasn’t brilliant enough, Tusk give further catalyst grants, which again enhances the impact of our participation for Oceans Without Borders.

Zuka’s partnership with Tusk is deepening, effective and fun, as we grow our Wildlife Ranger Challenge year by year! We are aligned in our endeavours and work in creating lasting impact in the conservation sector. Our combined efforts not only provide crucial financial support to ranger teams but also highlights to a global audience the importance of wildlife protection and community engagement in preserving our planet’s diverse ecosystems.