Play a hands-on role in the long term conservation of African wildlife, enjoy first-class wildlife viewing in true big game territory, and work as part of a wildlife research team on our South Africa expedition.
Gain high-profile experience in environmental education and conservation, and receive comprehensive training including a two-week placement at the Kruger National Park. Take this great opportunity to work for one year in and around South Africa’s most famous national parks.
Educate and inspire children to care for their environment through the medium of a wildlife orphanage. To achieve our goals in terms of education for the children and care for the orphaned animals, we need the help of volunteers.
Monitor endangered species in one of South Africa's oldest game reserves. The reserve forms part of a World Heritage Site and is situated in the heart of the beautiful and cultural KwaZulu Natal.
This project involves working with elephants and lions - an excellent project. If you want exciting and rewarding conservation work, you’ll love this placement. Your work will be varied and fascinating.
The sanctuary is home to many different wild and domestic animal species and about 150 different species of birds. Most of the animals were taken in because they had been badly injured, abused or orphaned, and some are 'unwanted pets'.
An opportunity to learn about the wildlife and ecology of South Africa, while having practical training to become a field guide. This course involves intensive training and hours of ‘hands on’ time in the field with renowned professionals.
Shamwari Game Reserve offers the ultimate in conservation placements. As the Southern premier “Big 5” Game Reserve, it boasts a huge variety of game over 24,000 hectares. You will have the experience of a lifetime assisting the ongoing conservation work.
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From £1199 - £3549 (2-12 weeks) ex flights
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If you travel to the award-winning Shamwari Game Reserve from 30th November- 21st December we will give you 3 weeks for the price of 2! Places going fast.
Tourism is on the increase in Swaziland due to its low crime rate and natural beauty, wildlife and culture. You can help wildlife conservation here by joining our African savanna, trans-frontier or threatened species projects.
Moholoholo is world famous for conservation efforts; the involvement of the volunteers has been a major factor to this. As a volunteer you will help and assist with their conservation efforts caring and rehabilitating for various animal species.
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£1199 - £3699 (2-12 weeks) ex flights
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We are happy to offer some very special last minute, all-inclusive deals. Anyone wishing to depart before the end of 2009 can take advantage of up to 10% off their booking (dependent on availability). We also have some very exclusive flight deals, so contact us to receive more information!
This South Africa and Swaziland course is an ideal introduction to guiding & game ranging for those wishing to pursue a conservation orientated career, or those simply wishing to improve their knowledge of wildlife & the African bush.
This organisation has run basic marine mammal research programmes in most Southern African countries and has achieved over 145 publications. The volunteer programme was established in 2002 to raise further funds for research projects and supplies constant helping hands. This programme requires volunteers to carry out all aspects of life in a non-profit research organisation.
Join a family run institute which assists in the research of vervet monkeys. We offer a temporary sanctuary for the monkeys (and other animals), and release them once they have reached a stage of self support.
Volunteers will get an opportunity of a lifetime to work with and learn about the many various species of raptors in South Africa. The project focuses on rehabilitation and breeding of South Africa's eagles and other birds of prey.
Join our team of world class herpetologists and learn about Africa’s fascinating snakes. Volunteers will have the opportunity to handle, care for, capture and release snakes, as well as other aspects necessary for the daily running of this private reptile park. The park is situated close to Kruger National Park.
These courses are based about 8 km outside Alicedale and have been developed to educate people worldwide about the importance of conservation and how to manage wildlife and its natural environment.
Would you like to make a difference at the biggest monkey rehabilitation centre in South Africa? We have linked up with this centre which provides a sanctuary for over 500 orphaned and injured Vervet monkeys.
