The Real Crocodile Hunter®
I was born into the wild heartbeat of Africa, where rivers breathe danger and every ripple hides a story. For more than a decade, I lived face-to-face with one of nature’s oldest predators—the Nile Crocodile.
Step into the untamed world of Africa’s rivers and marshes.
Discover my true stories of survival, danger, and adventure—where humans and crocodiles meet in a clash as old as time.
My book
is available in paperback, hardcover, Kindle, and audiobook on Apple Books, Audible, Amazon and at major retailers worldwide.
Join me on this rare journey into one of the planet’s most dangerous and extraordinary professions—and step closer to the wild Africa that still lives within me.
Adventurous | Thrilling | Heart-Pounding
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Ian Bartlett
I am
“Ian Bartlett is the real deal... If you enjoy Ruark, Capstick, or any true African adventure, this is a must-read. Ian Bartlett is a strong literary talent, and this book proves it.” Julius Fortuna, Co-Founder, Double Rifle Society
I am a Professional Crocodile Hunter, adventurer, and storyteller shaped by a lifetime in the African wilderness. From an early age, I developed a deep respect for nature—one earned not from observation alone, but from hard experience in places where mistakes carry consequences. Over the years, I honed my skills tracking dangerous game, from the cunning Nile crocodiles of the Shire River to the formidable buffalo that test both nerve and judgment.
Welcome to the wild side of storytelling!
I share my thrilling adventures and tales from the heart of Africa, where immense crocodiles reign and danger is a constant companion in the wild.
I spent ten years tracking the man-eaters that threatened riverside villages.
In the jungle, every shadow tells a story
My commitment to Nature
I have committed more than two decades to wildlife and nature conservation at Mpatamanga Wildlife Ranch, where consistent protection and disciplined management allowed indigenous woodland along the Shire River to recover and regenerate. What began as a neglected landscape slowly returned to life—proof that conservation is not an event, but a long game played one careful decision at a time.
A few Brave Men - The Real Crocodile Hunters
Fighting Deforestation at Mpatamanga Wildlife Ranch
Mpatamanga Wildlife Ranch - My successful 20-year Wildlife Conservation Project
Memoirs of a Real Crocodile Hunter is now available worldwide
Dealing with confirmed man-eating crocodiles where human lives were at immediate risk.
From the riverbanks of Africa to a global audience
Working with the Malawi Government Department of Wildlife and National Parks Problem Animal Control
With my most trusted companions in the field.
My daughter Kyla - my number one promoter!
The Real Crocodile Hunter®
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