Guardians of the Wild

Experience life in one of Africa’s elephant orphanages. Meet the team of dedicated, passionate keepers who help three young orphans learn all the skills needed for survival in the bush.

Meet timid, young, orphaned elephant Tafika as he reaches a big choice in his training: stay with his siblings in the safety of camp, or join the older orphans living in the semi-wild around camp. Is he brave enough to make the move towards freedom?

Explore the work of two scientists as they study Luangwa Valley’s largest carnivores, from lions to wild dogs. Learn what these animals can tell them all about the fragile health of an ecosystem at risk from an ever-expanding human population.

Before the Angolan Civil War, lions reigned. But populations dwindled due to war, trophy hunting, and prey depletion. Now, hyenas rule. Follow a band of conservationists hoping to restore Liuwa lions to their former glory.