Show Notes
Have you ever dreamed about spending two weeks in the African bush learning about the animals, the tracks they leave in the soil, the stars of the southern hemisphere? What about for 4 weeks? Or 4 months? Or a full year? Luckily for you, all those options exist.In this week's episode, Jomi and Hadley talk about the safari guiding courses they did as well as some of the many new courses that are available today. If you want to spend more time in the bush, immerse yourself fully into nature, learn from the best in the business or simply take a break from city living, this podcast is a must listen!
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