Africa Trip Leader
Vusa Ncube
Vusa Ncube was born in 1989 in Ngamo village, just outside of Hwange National Park. As a boy looking after his family's cattle, he dealt firsthand with the delicate balance between humans and wildlife. The same animals that were once a dangerous threat to his livestock and family are now the source of his livelihood, and he is passionate about sharing his insights with visitors from around the world. Vusa attended Regina Mundi Secondary in Gwayi, and earned his degree in Travel and Tourism at Speciss College in Bulawayo. He successfully completed the guide training program in 2012 and, after passing the National Parks exam a year later, he became a dedicated, hardworking guide and a positive role model to the youth in his community. Vusa feels a close connection with the surrounding wildlife as well as with his community, and loves to share his keen eye for spotting birds and animals with fellow travelers.
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Client Testimonials
Vusa is something else altogether. Through him I felt that I got an inkling of what life was like for locals who live there, how living with wildlife affects each day. I also felt I was in the presence of a real visionary who is leading his community to positive change.
Ann C.
Golden, CO
Vusa's skill as a guide/tour leader made the safari an amazing experience for me. His knowledge of the wildlife and finding it out there for us, along with his excellent people skills: sense of humor, compassion, and generosity of spirit made all of us delighted to be in his company and under his wing.
Catherine E.
Stamford, CT
Vusa was one of the best guides we have ever had while on adventure travel. His knowledge, attention to detail and to his guests, were second to none. He also exhibited a truly admirable sense of caring for the surroundings and the welfare of locals and the animals. Outstanding guide!
David T.
Saratoga Springs, NY
Wild Zimbabwe
Vusa is fabulous. Exceptional knowledge and a great people person.
Karen D.
Seattle, WA
I have traveled extensively, frequently with Wilderness Travel, and have had amazing guides. Vusa was the most knowledgeable guide I have ever had. He has an incredible in-depth knowledge of animals, the environment, and the national park system, along with a great sense of humor! In collaboration with Wilderness Travel and Imvelo (WT local partner in Zimbabwe) he has been instrumental in helping his village, Ngamo, located near the southeast corner of Hwange National Park. Ngamo is benefitting from allowing tourism in their area and now has one of the best schools in the area. Ngamo also benefits from a reliable water supply, now that a large bore hole has been drilled for water. A new local health clinic provides immunizations and health care. One of Vusa's proudest achievements is a sports academy teaching local youth the benefits of team sports, especially soccer. In collaboration with a rhino rescue, they have been able to reestablish rhino in the area and developed a team of dedicated men, the COBRA, to protect the rhino from poaching. All truly amazing accomplishments!
Kim M.
Phoenix, AZ
Vusa was awesome, with extensive knowledge and great interpersonal skills. He totally accommodated our varied interests, and added a visit to a painted dog rescue site and also to the anti-poaching camp at Hwange where they will be doing southern white rhino introduction to the park.
Pamela S.
Culver City, CA
Wild Zimbabwe
Vusa was a pleasure. He is knowledgable about the wildlife and culture, and is very engaging. He was responsive to our questions and made sure all of our needs were met. And, he has a wonderful personality. One of the best guides we have ever had on safari!
Paula T.
Saratoga Springs, NY
Wild Zimbabwe
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