Study Abroad

The sun has dried out the grass and you can smell the dust. Many animals are moving to nearby waterholes to quench their thirst. At one of the waterholes, we come across a giraffe.
"How can such a long-necked animal drink?"
"Watch and see how they do it." The giraffe spreads its front legs, bends its knees and takes a few sips. Ever vigilant near a waterhole, it jerks its head up.
“With such a height difference, why don't they faint when they lift their head" someone asks.
Your Eko Tracks tour guide explains that giraffe are the only animals that have a network of specialized valves in their veins to maintain a constant blood pressure and so prevents them from passing out. Interesting. We learn something new every day. Slowly we are heading back to camp.

These study abroad programs are designed for both students and non bona-fide students who would like to learn more about behind the scenes wildlife conservation and veterinary work in Africa. These unique educational opportunities include field lectures, discussions, and field work to maximize the learning experience while traveling through South Africa. Courses are accredited by the University of Pretoria, South Africa and count towards a student’s credits.

Eko Tracks

Tel:  (919) 290-2832
Fax: (919) 363-2251
Skype: eko.tracks
info@ekotracks.com

Wildlife Management [.pdf format]

Vets-in-the-Wild [.pdf format]