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Spectacular Scenery Rewards Participants in the Golden Gate Dino Challenge

14/03/2025

The inaugural Golden Gate Dino Challenge MTB and Trail Run on 8 March 2025 saw some 350 runners and riders from across the country descend upon the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Organised by the SANParks Honorary Rangers in partnership with South African National Parks (SANParks) and the N3 Toll Concession (N3TC), the event offered various route options, including a 40 km, 25 km and 10 km trail run and 44 km and 22 km mountain bike route option. A 5 km fun run and 10 km fun ride were also on offer.

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The Zaagkuilsdrift Birding Day

March 22, 2025

We'll explore the Kgomo-Kgomo floodplain and Zaagkuilsdrift road searching for elusive birds, guided by expert spotters. Once the last bird calls fade, join us around the braai fire for friendly banter and great prizes.

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Covid-19 Community Support

“When we put local communities at the heart of conservation, we improve the lives of people, animals and the environment.”- Jane Goodall

Join us in helping our vulnerable families adjoining the parks who are struggling to put food on the table.

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Whether you’re a corporate or an individual who recognises the importance of preserving our national heritage, there are a number of ways you can donate to SANParks Honorary Rangers, knowing that your donation, either monetary or in kind, will be used directly to fund projects identified by SANParks.

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SANParks Honorary Rangers offers a wide range of unique events. Each gives you the opportunity to enjoy your passion, while helping to conserve the splendor of our national parks.

Become a Volunteer

SANParks Honorary Rangers gives people with a passion for nature the opportunity to help protect and preserve South Africa’s natural heritage. If you’re willing to commit yourself to making a difference, click here.

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Who We Are

SANParks Honorary Rangers

SANParks Honorary Rangers is the official volunteer organization of SANParks. Over the past 10 years, we have provided SANParks with over R248,6 million in public and business donations and volunteer support.

What we do

The SANParks Honorary Rangers volunteer organisation is open to people with a passion for nature and South African National Parks. We facilitate various activities through which the public can become involved in support of SANParks and enjoy the wonder of our natural heritage.

Latest News

Spectacular Scenery Rewards Participants in the Golden Gate Dino Challenge

14/03/2025

The inaugural Golden Gate Dino Challenge MTB and Trail Run on 8 March 2025 saw some 350 runners and riders from across the country descend upon the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Organised by the SANParks Honorary Rangers in partnership with South African National Parks (SANParks) and the N3 Toll Concession (N3TC), the event offered various route options, including a 40 km, 25 km and 10 km trail run and 44 km and 22 km mountain bike route option. A 5 km fun run and 10 km fun ride were also on offer.

Inaugural Marakele MTB Challenge

31/05/2024

South African National Parks together with the SANParks Honorary Rangers hosted the first-ever, Marakele MTB Challenge on Saturday 25 May 2024 at the scenic Marakele National Park outside Thabazimbi in Limpopo. Marakele National Park is a Big 5 park.