Watch Wild Jobs: Namibia

TV-14
2019
1 Season

Wild Jobs: Namibia is a thrilling new show available on Amazon Addon that takes viewers on a safari adventure unlike any other. Join host Dylan Dreyer as she travels across Namibia, one of Africa's most spectacular destinations, to meet the country's unsung heroes - wildlife conservationists.

Namibia is home to an array of stunning wildlife, from rhinos and elephants to lions and leopards. But the conservationists responsible for safeguarding these precious creatures don't often get the recognition they deserve. Wild Jobs: Namibia aims to change that and put a spotlight on the amazing work being done to ensure the survival of the country's wildlife.

Throughout the show, viewers are taken on a journey through grasslands, savannas, and deserts to discover the incredible measures being taken to protect Namibia's wildlife. From monitoring elephant movements to rescuing injured animals, these conservationists go above and beyond to safeguard the country's natural treasures.

One of the standout episodes is titled "Rhino Cupid," where we follow a team of dedicated conservationists who have taken it upon themselves to save the black rhino from extinction. Namibia is home to the largest free-roaming herd of black rhinos in the world, but the species is under threat from poachers. In this episode, Dylan meets the team responsible for caring for these majestic creatures, witnessing their challenges and triumphs in the fight to save this endangered species.

Another episode, titled "The Flying Vets," takes us high above Namibia's expansive terrain with a group of vets who operate a mobile clinic out of a small aircraft. As the only vets in the area, this team is responsible for the health of the country's wildlife, responding to emergencies and tending to sick animals in remote locations. This episode is a great example of the dedication that goes into protecting the country's wildlife and the lengths people will go to help their cause.

Throughout the series, Wild Jobs: Namibia offers stunning views of the country's natural landscapes, as well as intimate glimpses into the daily lives of Namibia's conservationists. Visually stunning, each episode is shot in high definition, with breathtaking shots of the country's wildlife and stunning landscapes.

The show is not only informative, but also heartwarming, as the conservationists often share their own personal stories and connections with the animals they're working to protect. It's an emotional journey, as viewers are introduced to creatures they may never have seen before or experience such a close encounter with, and also to the people whose life's work is to save and sustain them.

In summary, Wild Jobs: Namibia is a must-watch for anyone who loves wildlife and conservation. The show provides an in-depth look into Namibia's unique natural treasures, as well as the amazing people who dedicate their lives to protecting them. Whether you're a fan of travel shows or wildlife documentaries, this series offers something for everyone.

Wild Jobs: Namibia is a series that ran for 1 seasons (13 episodes) between December 31, 2019 and on Amazon Addon

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13. Kids in Conservation

January 1, 2020

Marlice brings her kids up in the way she grew up: with a love and respect for animals. Her sons Zacheo and Nicklai and their friends are fortunate to be in a place like Naankuse where they are in constant contact with a large variety of wild and domestic animals. In this episode, Marlice, her two kids, and a friend help take care of the animals.

12. Lions

January 1, 2020

Rudie and Marlice fly to Hobatere on the border of the Etosha National Park. Here they meet with Mesag Saal, a farmer, land owner, and conservationist. They go on a game drive and stop at a waterhole where they watch a pride of lions. We are then introduced to AfriCat, a nonprofit organization whose aim is to conserve and protect Namibia's large carnivores within their natural habitats.

11. Baboons

January 1, 2020

The one animal species that Marlice gets the most of at Naankuse is the baboon. The episode starts with her arriving at Naankuse with a baby. She tells us his story and gives him a bottle of milk before she takes him to the other baby baboons, and introduces him to the leader of the troop.

10. Harnas

January 1, 2020

Marlice's mother, Marieta, needs some assistance with two animals at Harnas, her wildlife sanctuary, so Marlice and Rudie offer their help. One is a wild female baboon that intrudes upon the semi-tame baboon enclosure in search of food. Because she is an outsider, the troop bullies her to within an inch of her life. She has to be taken out of the enclosure and put in her own.

9. Coastal Conservation

January 1, 2020

Marlice, Rudie, and their kids visit the Walvis Bay region on the west coast of Namibia. While exploring this mostly desolate shoreline, they meet some of the people who are experts in the fauna and flora there.

8. A Day in the Life of Marlice

March 13, 2024

Follow Marlice and her team rescue animals in need and bring them back to Naankuse where the animals are introduced to their new temporary homes Porcupines experience grass for the first time Tortoises enjoy an enclosure with lucerne alfalfa while a baby baboon finds new friends in the baby troop A genet is released into the wild and as night falls everyone appears content in their new homes

7. Tommy Collard

January 1, 2020

When it comes to tour guides in Namibia, Tommy Collard is a legend. Based in Swakopmund, his areas of expertise are the surrounding sand dunes of the Namib Desert, the oldest desert in the world. He starts his tour by showing the kids Zacheo and Nicklai, the so-called desert newspaper: tracks left by insects and reptiles in the sand the night before.

6. A Day in the Life of Rudie

January 1, 2020

Rudie has his job cut out for him today. In order to move Jupiter, a caracal that arrived at Naankuse 6 months ago, to a bigger enclosure, wild dogs have to be moved to a cheetah enclosure, the cheetahs into a caracal enclosure, and the caracals into another wild dog enclosure. After collecting some volunteers to help, the mad shuffle begins.

5. Marlice and Her Mother

January 1, 2020

For Marlice, a visit to Harnas, her mother's Wildlife Sanctuary where she grew up, is a trip down memory lane as well as an opportunity to reconnect with old friends. She and her mother Marieta start the day by visiting the band of mongooses and feeding them on the lawn. Then the troop of young baboons is taken for a walk. It's a good way for them to get exercise and vent their frustrations.

4. Wild Dogs & Hyenas

January 1, 2020

The African wild dog is one of the most threatened animal species in Namibia, listed as critically endangered by the IUCN. Therefore, every effort is made to conserve every individual dog that might be in danger. When Marlice gets a call from a farmer who has two young wild dogs that he keeps in an old farm dam, she and Rudie waste no time in flying to the farm to collect the pups.

3. Rhinos and Zebras

January 1, 2020

No different than the rest of Africa, Namibia's rhinos are under severe threat from poaching. Rudie and Marlice join conservationists and officials from the Department of Environment and Tourism at a secret location that is thought to be unsafe. Here they dart a black rhino from a helicopter for relocation to a safer area.

2. Cheetahs

December 31, 2019

At Naankuse, the conservation of cheetahs involves researching them in the wild, managing them in captivity, rehabilitating them back into nature, and managing conflict situations with farmers. In this episode, Marlice joins Stuart Munro, one of the resident scientists at Naankuse, as he measures cheetah footprints for a database.

1. Elephants

December 31, 2019

Rudie and Marlice join officials from the Department of Environment and Tourism to dart and collar six elephant cows. Rudie flies the spotter plane to look for elephant herds, and radios a helicopter that flies in once Rudie has spotted them. The vet darts a cow from the helicopter and Marlice, who heads the ground crew, rushes to the location to assist the vet with the collaring.

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Where to Watch Wild Jobs: Namibia

Wild Jobs: Namibia is available for streaming on the Amazon Addon website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Wild Jobs: Namibia on demand at Amazon Prime.