Support wildlife rescue, enter your photos,
win epic prizes!
Contest opens: June 2026
Contest closes: 31 October 2026
Winners announced: 4 November 2026
All funds raised will go directly towards our Emergency Wildlife Transport Fund,
and our educational outreach work.
Prizes
Monthly Spot Prizes
Vouchers, T-Shirts, Bat Bangles, and more!
Main prizes
- 2-night stay for 2 at Terra-Khaya in Hogsback
- 2-night stay for 2 at Ons Klein Huisie outside Greyton
- TOP 12 Winners will feature in our 2027 Calendar
Prize highlights
Take a peek at some of the wonderful prizes and prize sponsors behind this year’s wildlife photo contest.
We are so excited to see the wild world through your lens.
Vote for your favourite entries
Browse the photo entries below and vote for the wildlife photos you love most. You do not need to be logged in to vote.
Hyena Den
Kruger Park. Mother and Babies lying outside their den.
Votes: 2
Sunbathing
Male lion sunbathing in the afternoon sun in Kariega game reserve in the eastern cape
Votes: 3
Silent Steps
Balanced with effortless grace on a weathered tree branch, a caracal moves with quiet precision, its sharp senses fixed on the world below. The iconic black ear tufts, sleek tawny coat, and poised stance embody the agility and elegance of one of Africa's most elusive wild cats. This striking image captures a fleeting moment of patience, instinct, and the remarkable balance between power and finesse in the untamed wilderness.
Votes: 5
The King’s Roar
Caught in a moment of raw intensity, this magnificent tiger unleashes a thunderous roar, revealing the immense power hidden behind its striking beauty. Every razor-sharp canine, bold stripe, and powerful muscle speaks to the untamed spirit of one of nature's most formidable predators. Set against a dramatic, darkened backdrop, the image captures the essence of strength, dominance, and the primal voice of the wild—a breathtaking reminder that true power needs no introduction.
Votes: 3
Eyes of the Wild
Hidden among the lush green undergrowth, a leopard pauses with unwavering focus, its piercing amber eyes scanning the landscape with quiet intensity. Every rosette, whisker, and muscle reflects the elegance, power, and patience of one of Africa's most elusive predators. This captivating portrait celebrates the beauty of the wild, where silence and instinct reign supreme.
Votes: 3
The Silent Sovereign
Bathed in dramatic monochrome, this striking portrait of a white lion captures the quiet strength and timeless majesty of one of nature's rarest predators. Set against a deep black background, every detail of its flowing mane and steadfast gaze is brought to life, embodying courage, dignity, and the calm confidence of a true king. A powerful fine art wildlife image that celebrates both grace and resilience.
Votes: 4
Stronger together
Standing shoulder to shoulder, these young lions pause to take in their surroundings. Every scent, sound and movement is part of the learning that will prepare them for adulthood. For now, they remain under the protection of the pride, but their futures will eventually diverge, females will likely stay with their family, while males must one day leave to establish their own place. A quiet moment that captured the strength of family and the promise of the wild.
Votes: 3
A curious peek
Captured in a horse paddock, this Cardinal Woodpecker (Dendropicos fuscescens) was photographed peering out from the entrance of its tree hollow. Whether checking for danger or simply surveying its surroundings, it paused just long enough for this portrait. Moments like these remind us that even the oldest trees are bustling with life, providing essential nesting and shelter for Greyton’s remarkable birdlife.
Votes: 6
The gaze of a king
A silent reminder of one of nature’s greatest masterpieces.
Votes: 2
Golden morning visitor
The garden visitor is a male Cape Weaver (Ploceus capensis), easily recognised by its golden-yellow plumage, rich olive tones, sturdy dark bill and striking red eye during the breeding season. Common throughout the Western Cape, these energetic birds are skilled architects, weaving intricate hanging nests from strips of grass to attract a mate.
Votes: 3
A Splash of Sapphire
Perched gracefully on a sunlit branch, this vibrant woodland kingfisher displays its striking sapphire-blue wings and brilliant scarlet bill against a softly blurred canopy of green. The rich colours and tranquil setting capture the beauty of Africa's birdlife, celebrating a fleeting moment of stillness before flight.
Votes: 7
A Watchful Glance
A tiny antelope pauses in the golden African grasslands, casting a calm, curious glance over its shoulder. Framed by soft natural tones and the quiet beauty of the bush, this intimate moment captures both the elegance and alertness of one of Africa's smallest antelope species. A reminder that even the smallest creatures possess remarkable grace and resilience in the wild.
Votes: 5
The Hunter’s Quiet Focus
Perched on a weathered branch, this elegant raptor is completely immersed in the moment, its sharp gaze fixed on its prey. The warm golden light highlights the intricate patterns of its feathers and the rugged textures of the ancient wood, creating a striking contrast between beauty and survival. A captivating glimpse into the raw precision and quiet intensity of nature's hunters.
Votes: 11
The Gentle Giant
Standing tall against a soft, open sky, this giraffe embodies grace, strength, and quiet confidence. Its calm expression captures the peaceful spirit of Africa's iconic wildlife.
Votes: 5
Lakeside Companions
The image captures a serene moment by the water's edge, featuring a pair of Egyptian geese standing gracefully on a lush green, grassy bank. The geese, with their distinct grey and brown plumage, striking dark eye patches, and pink legs, are positioned mid-stride or standing on one foot, looking out across the calm water. The background is filled with the soft, shimmering reflection of the opposite shoreline on the water’s surface, creating a peaceful and harmonious natural scene.
Elsenskloof, Greyton
Votes: 5
View
Taken on the R406
Greyton
Votes: 3
Majestic Greater Kudu
A striking close-up of a male Kudu peering out from behind a leafy green bush.
Votes: 5
Eyes on the Horizon
A majestic eagle keeping watch from its high perch.
Votes: 7
Silent Sentinels
Two majestic vultures stand side by side on a weathered branch, their calm presence and watchful gaze reflecting the quiet strength and resilience of the wild. Set against a soft, muted sky, the image captures a rare moment of stillness between nature's essential guardians.
Votes: 17
What you looking at?
This beautiful little moth decided that my glass door would be a great place to lay her eggs. It was a perfect place for me to get close up to her, without disturbing her. Her gorgeous little face and underbelly - something we don't get to see everyday - is so textured, detailed & fascinating. Have you ever seen the underside of a moth? She then laid a perfect little string of eggs and left. A few days later they had all hatched into tiny little worms and left too.
Votes: 14
Knysna Turaco (Lourie)
Not local but still a nice pic
Votes: 2
Golden Camouflage
A paper wasp blends perfectly with the vibrant yellow foliage in Bela Bela. I caught this shot on my Honor
X7a - Love how the colour of the leaves almost hides it Completely
Votes: 5
sea-through
Elegantly perched white-edged nudibranch somewhere on a False Bay reef.
Votes: 2
Butterfly on sunflower
Even small lives are beautiful
Votes: 3
King Dandelion
Small Worlds of Greyton - Sovereigns of the Stillness
A Collection by Michele Harries
"King Dandelion sits perched above the water on his rock—calm, humble, and completely aware. There is no fear here. With a single dandelion seed perfectly balanced over his eye, he sees past the surface of things into a realm of truth and invention. This photograph captures a rare, trusted moment of stillness between subject and observer—a beautiful fragment of the natural world that I will always treasure."
Votes: 3
Vervet Neighbours
A local family co-existing with me while I lived in their forest. This is Cheeky and her daughter Venus
Votes: 9
A Future Worth Protecting
As a guide, I had seen this wild white rhino many times and suspected the birth was not far away. Still, nothing prepared me for rounding a bend and finding her at that exact moment.
We switched off the engine immediately and sat in silence. There was nothing to say. Just a mother bringing new life into the world while her other calf stood nearby. A few moments later, a new rhino entered the bush.
Over the months that followed, I watched that calf grow, play, and thrive. In a species facing so many challenges, witnessing the beginning of a life and then seeing it flourish remains one of the greatest privileges in the wild.
Votes: 19
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A kind reminder
This contest is about celebrating nature with care.
Please never disturb wildlife to get a photo.
Keep a safe distance, respect nests and dens, and let wild animals stay wild.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
• The competition is open to photographers of all ages and skill levels.
• Entrants may submit one free photo entry per month. Additional entries may be purchased for R20 per photo.
• Only paid entries are eligible to win main getaway prizes
• By entering, participants confirm that they are the photographer and copyright owner of the submitted image.
• Photographs must feature wildlife, nature, or conservation-related subjects and must not contain offensive, inappropriate, or unlawful content.
• Entrants grant Wild Ways Learning Centre and Grace Valley Wildlife Rescue permission to use submitted photographs for conservation, educational, promotional, fundraising, marketing, social media, website, newsletter, print, and calendar purposes without additional compensation to the photographer. Credit will be provided where reasonably possible.
• Wild Ways Learning Centre reserves the right to remove entries that do not meet the competition guidelines.
• Judges’ decisions are final and no correspondence will be entered into regarding the results.
• Winners may be required to provide a high-resolution version of their photograph before prizes are awarded.
• The Top 12 winning photographs will feature in the 2027 Wild Ways Wildlife Calendar, subject to image quality requirements.
• Entry fees are non-refundable.
• By entering the competition, participants agree to these Terms & Conditions.















