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Volunteer with monkeys in South Africa
Help re-habilitate orphaned monkeys in beautiful rural South Africa
From £847 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime to suit you, all year round
Endangered wildlife conservation in South Africa
Some of the most exciting conservation work in Africa!
From US $1,330 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 20 Nov, 4 Dec
Mozambique marine conservation project
Help in integral marine conservation in stunning Mozambique
From £2,125 to £7,728 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Family volunteering with monkeys in South Africa
Hands-on family volunteering with monkeys in South Africa
From £547 to £647 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Last minute spaces available
Namibia wildlife sanctuary volunteering holiday
Care for rescued animals in Namibia
From £775 to £4,275 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
This trip deaparts every Monday and Thursday throughout the year
Conservation & community volunteering in Uganda
Customised volunteer project impacting Uganda national park
From £995 16 weeks ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Lemur conservation project in Madagascar
Work alongside an award-winning NGO in Madagascar
From £795 to £2,495 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 28 Nov
2018: 9 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 20 Feb, 6 Mar, 3 Apr, 17 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 29 May, 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 2 Oct, 16 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 27 Nov
2018: 9 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 20 Feb, 6 Mar, 3 Apr, 17 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 29 May, 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 2 Oct, 16 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 27 Nov
Namibia carnivore conservation & research project
Assist the team as a Big Cat Conservation Volunteer!
From £845 to £1,745 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 14 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec, 25 Dec
Community & wildlife volunteering in Malawi
Volunteer with wildlife and communities in Malawi
From £1,306 to £4,144 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Botswana wildlife volunteering holiday
Help conserve the incredible wildlife of the Kalahari Bush
From £990 to £1,880 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec
Healthcare volunteering in Uganda
Healthcare volunteering in rural Uganda
From £995 16 weeks ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Malawi volunteering holiday
Volunteer at Malawi’s only wildlife sanctuary
From £1,306 to £4,144 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime to suit you
Sports coaching volunteering in South Africa
Coach a variety of sports in township communities
From £795 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be arranged subject to South African school term times
Game Reserve conservation in South Africa
Exciting and rewarding conservation work at game parks
From £1,595 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Madagascar charity volunteer programme
Transform Lives in Madagascar
From £1,395 to £1,995 10 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Jul, 3 Oct
2018: 9 Jan, 3 Apr, 3 Jul, 2 Oct
2018: 9 Jan, 3 Apr, 3 Jul, 2 Oct
Womens empowerment volunteering in South Africa
Live in Sensational South Africa & help Women's Empowerment
From £459 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May
Get involved in Womens Empowerment in South Africa and get £50 off your trip. This is one heck of an immersive travel experience.
Volunteering in Kenya
Work hand in hand with a rural Kenyan community
From £1,635 4 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 31 Oct
2018: 3 Mar, 31 Jul, 28 Oct
2018: 3 Mar, 31 Jul, 28 Oct
Medical volunteering in Kenya
Hospital support in Kenya
From £825 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 27 Nov
Tanzania volunteering, female empowerment
Skills development volunteering in the heart of Tanzania
From £815 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 20 Nov, 4 Dec
Tanzania volunteering with the Maasai tribe
Sustainable education for Tanzania's indigenous Maasai tribe
From £815 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 20 Nov, 4 Dec
Rhino conservation volunteering in Uganda
Help to conserve the only rhinos to be found in Uganda
From £1,495 15 days ex flights
Tailor made
Namibia elephant conservation
Help protect and research the desert elephants
From £995 to £3,570 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 2 Oct, 16 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 27 Nov
2018: 8 Jan, 22 Jan, 5 Feb, 19 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 2 Apr, 16 Apr, 30 Apr, 14 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 25 Jun, 9 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov
2018: 8 Jan, 22 Jan, 5 Feb, 19 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 2 Apr, 16 Apr, 30 Apr, 14 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 25 Jun, 9 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov
Last minute opportunity to volunteer with elephants and the community in Namibia
White Lion conservation volunteering in South Africa
Help protect the white lions in South Africa!
From £822 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug
Intensive veterinary course, Malawi
Intensive vet course at top African wildlife sanctuary
From £1,100 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Aug
7 day wildlife rehabilitation course, Malawi
Wildlife rehabilitation course at top African sanctuary
From £800 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Jul, 15 Aug
Kenya community volunteering
14-day Kenya volunteering
From £895 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 7 Sep
2018: 8 Jan, 7 Jun, 4 Sep
2018: 8 Jan, 7 Jun, 4 Sep
Kenya volunteering experience, 1 month
Volunteering in the stunning Tsavo region of Kenya
From £1,635 4 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 7 Sep
2018: 8 Jan, 7 Jun, 4 Sep
2018: 8 Jan, 7 Jun, 4 Sep
Sports coaching in Kenya
Develop your sports coaching and leadership skills
From £1,820 4 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Aug
Kenya community volunteering project, 8 weeks
Immerse yourself in rural communities of Kenya
From £2,350 8 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Oct
2018: 4 Feb, 4 Jul, 1 Oct
2018: 4 Feb, 4 Jul, 1 Oct
Community volunteering experience in Kenya
Immerse yourself in rural Kenyan life
From £3,070 12 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 7 Sep
2018: 8 Jan, 7 Jun, 4 Sep
2018: 8 Jan, 7 Jun, 4 Sep
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
This was so much more than a holiday and I'd book again within a heartbeat. (more)Sharon Williams
It is really hard to decide of many of the memorable and exciting experiences
on this holiday which one stands out the most for me. Everyday it seemed that I saw something different in the bush, unexpectedly two male cheetahs appeared one morning, then there was the cheetah with her cub, there were rhinos and rhino babies, one interesting experience for me personally was a close encounter with an Assasin Bug(reduviidae, heteroptera).
(more)Cathy Bisset
The most memorable part was all the time we spent in the bush - at least 10h per day. To see the other side of the safari - i.e. not being in a traditional tourist vehicle. (more)Karin van Volen
From
£847
excluding flights
Totally unforgettable. We didn't want to leave and wish that we had been there for longer. We will be going back. (more)Gillian McGowan
I loved it, I would give it a 9/10 (more)Jessi Brunetti
Excellent. It's a very, very, special unique opportunity for anyone to embrace a very valuable volunteer role in a beautiful country. (more)elaine thornton
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Monitoring and tracking the wild dogs was a most memorable experience. We'd get up early in the morning and sit in the back of an open jeep and roar off to the last sighting. It was winter. It was cold. It didn't matter as it was a big adventure and the not knowing would we find them or not? Waiting and watching for the next time. Really great fun.
Tips?
For the winter, take lots of warm clothing layers as you can peel off as the weather warms up. Follow the list... (more)Keith Costelloe
From
£1,297
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
My last cage dive. We had one large female shark who did a slow pass right next
to the cage. You could see her blue eye moving and focusing as she had a good
look at what was going on inside our cage.
Tips?
I would recommend adding a few extra days on either side of the project so that
you can explore Cape Town and do any additional activities that you haven't yet
had the chance to fit in. The longer you are there, the longer your "to do" list
will get.
Local... (more)Annabel Marriott
From
£795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Going somewhere so completely different, being looked after by friendly, funny,
knowledgeable and entertaining local staff. Sharing an experience like that with
total strangers who become friends for life. Meeting the kids who will directly
benefit from the work you are doing. Hosting a party and dinner for the village.
Cramming all of us and all our kit into a truck for hours. The list is endless.
Tips?
Get in touch with the other volunteers in your group before... (more)Alexis Liming
From
£995
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Working with people who are dedicated, informed and enthusiastic about conservation in a practical and realistic way. And of course, seeing the wildlife as they are meant to be.
Tips?
Be prepared for it to change your views on life.
Local benefits?
Many local people were employed in the reserve and the studies that were being carried out influenced how the reserve was managed and that benefited the locals. As the research carried out was the same as the normal... (more)Louise Sexton
From
£790
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
It is too early to say whether this holiday was life changing but for me, it was a homecoming as I used to live in Kenya and felt a mixture of feelings - sad at the corruption that exists in daily life at police checks, etc. but most of all humbled at the generosity, dignity and hospitality that I found in and from the locals around the project where I worked. These are people who have very little materially and work very hard to make ends meet and yet there is a joy and... (more)Jane Edington
From
£1,310
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
On my last day in the village where I had been with children developing a bike track and teaching them to cycle, we had a special Olympics race day! About 100 of the locals turned up to compete! It was a load of fun and very special (and my 30th birthday).
Tips?
Be prepared for the impact of coming back! You'll have an amazing time, really connect with the community and things in your head will shift, just a little ... but when you get home, nothing will have changed... (more)Emma Finlay
From
£1,395
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Wow, where do you start? That first lemur you spot after trekking for miles through a remote forest. The warm welcome from the local people and all the kids waving to you every day. Having so many laughs each day. Meeting so many different and interesting people and feeling like you have a second family by the end of it. The sense of achievement as you see the school you're building start to take shape. The food is so good, the scenery is breathtaking, the sun rises stunning,... (more)Travis Armstrong
From
£1,600
excluding flights
This was a wonderful vacation for my granddaughter and myself. If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of animals and local people, we
highly recommend volunteering at this wildlife sanctuary and their associate project, Kuti. Well organized and staff in charge who care about their project. (more)Carolyn Anderson
My time at there was fantastic - I would recommend the Center in a heartbeat to anyone wishing to have a conservation-oriented holiday. Work is not too difficult on the whole, and you will have enough spare time to develop solid relationships with other volunteers and otherwise enjoy your time. (more)Ben van Haeringen
Working with the young orphaned animals, helping to provide their day-to-day care, was a truly unforgettable experience. Seeing wild Lions, Leopards, Elephants (and many more) up close on safari was fantastic, surpassing all my expectations. (more)Philip Toole
From
£995
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
When I was marking out straight lines of the village's football pitch, the local community joined in to help. it showed me that little things can make a difference and put smile's on people's faces.
Tips?
Just go and throw yourself fully into the whole experience, the projects you help with and the people you share the house with. Also just relax, things are at a much slower pace so timings can be a issue, but its not really a big deal when you can go look outside... (more)James Bloomfield
From
£795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I can't name that one and only moment I have to say. The whole experience was memorable. Not only the work but also the people I had the pleasure to meet.
Tips?
I was camping the first time in my life and did some research beforehand. However I did of course made a few mistakes. The next time I would definitely bring a bigger tent and 2 very strong head torches. My tent was ok for 2 weeks but for a longer period it would be to small. A very strong head torch is a... (more)Patricia
From
£907
excluding flights
5 I couldn't of had a better time. I truly had the time of my life, I felt at home, happy and really didn't want to go home. It seems crazy now to think its all over but this whole experience couldn't have been much better. Best decision of my life. (more)Kirstin Runcie
A fabulous experience and I would be keen to return. (more)Mark Milligan
The best part was meeting the elephants and having contact with them. They are such amazing animals and I could spend all day long observing them, which I did even on some of my days off (more)Kim Mackie
From
£995
excluding flights
Transformative, eye-opening and deeply satisfying...Going to a country that was almost the furthest from my mind, staying in a village that you can't find on Google Maps, being immersed in spectacular countryside and doing one of the most personally satisfying projects day in and day out with open, friendly and uncomplicated people. (more)Peter Thoem
The most memorable part of the holiday was being in a community without feeling like an outsider. Everyone was willing to help and also be open about their lives. I loved everything about the experience. (more)Christina Hanazawa
The most memorable parts were the women I met and worked with as a volunteer in Uganda. The women were strong, resilient, courageous, determined and inspirational. They were also welcoming of a white woman from Australia - making me feel one of them as we walked or sat in a circle to meet and explore opportunities. (more)Cheryl Phillips
From
£1,306
excluding flights
Just do it, you won't regret it! (more)Chris Wade
Great from start to finish - the staff, the country, the project, the work - I was sad to leave and hope to go back. I went for the animal work which I really enjoyed but an unexpected highlight of the trip was getting out into the community to see one of their fuel briquette projects. (more)Kat Wendels
A great experience. I got to know some local people and volunteers from different countries and I learned about animal conservation and the social/ economic situation in Malawi. (more)Steve Boud
From
£775
excluding flights
I had an amazing time!!! I felt like I was really making a contribution to the functioning of the wildlife sanctuary with food prep, cleaning enclosures, feeding and caring for animals and being responsible for the environment and impact on the ecosystem with recycling and conservation efforts . (more)Naomi Soffa
Staff were extremely knowledgeable and helpful, the volunteers all worked well together and a range of activities were provided... All in all, one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I will be going back! (more)Frances Toomey
The most memorable part of the holiday was being able to be near, feed and touch some majestic animals - lions, cheetahs, baboons. (more)Catherine Armstrong
From
£795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The very first morning at Saint Luce, we were up pre-dawn and walked down to the estuary. There several pirogues took us across the lagoon to the mangrove waterways and then back again. The round trip was about 3 hours, initially mainly silent except for bird identification, the sunrise added to the atmosphere. Part of the mystery and beauty of Madagascar was revealed on that memorable morning.
Tips?
Read every bit of information sent out by the agent about ten times... (more)Alison Anderson
From
£1,195
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Working with experienced people who are always willing to help and teach you
Tips?
To bring many working pieces of clothes and leave at home fashion dresses
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
Great and fulfilling experience
(more)Giorgia Trevisan
From
€550
excluding flights
It was AMAZING! (more)tracy ciotti
My whole time at the reserve was so incredible with thrills everyday from hurtling along dirt tracks to see elephants, watching porcupines and honey badgers battle right next to camp to the first time you lead a class by yourself. (more)Deirdre McClean
Working with all of the animals and children, and meeting wonderful people were most memorable - the whole experience was memorable and exciting. The trip well and truly exceeded my expectations. I would happily recommend it to anyone.
(more)Thérèse Hutchins
From
£547
excluding flights
From
£990
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Daily close interaction with lions and wild dogs. Close contact with knowledgable and passionate conservationists.
Tips?
The company I booked with (The Great Projects) were very helpful when spoken to directly. However,they did not give the name of
the project (Modisa in Botswana). As such,much of the information they gave to me was inaccurate and caused problems at the
start of the trip. Had there been an emergency or had I had a strong view on what I wanted from... (more)Phil Jackson
From
£795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Without doubt the safari we went on to the Addo & Scotia parks but spending time playing with Serval Cats whilst volunteering at the African Dawn Wildlife Project was a close second.
Tips?
If you are volunteering - you might be a bit overwhelmed when you first arrive - give it a couple of days and you will love it.
Local benefits?
I hope that our small contribution in volunteering did help with the welfare of the birds and animals they keep, places like... (more)Beth Sanders
From
£795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing the elephants up close and personal nearly every day.
Tips?
Be prepared to work hard.
Local benefits?
The project is a good one -- building enclosures for water tanks to provide water for livestock. Otherwise the elephants drink the livestock water and the locals shoot the elephants.
Overall rating?
Yesterday, we completed an evaluation form from the organisation in which I provided detailed information about the administrative problems in... (more)Lois Vander Waerdt
From
£2,125
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The opportunity to see and feel a different culture. Launching the boat into and out of the water
Tips?
I was on doxycycline as malaria prophylactic and I had quite a few side effects and had to stop taking it at the time I was there I didn't see very many mosquitos and the dive shop is equipped with a nurse who can do a malaria test and they have the antibiotics if a person gets sick
Local benefits?
In some way, I picked up a lot of garbage along the beach... (more)Susanne de Montreuil
From
£945
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Tips?
Local benefits?
Overall rating?
Poor. Not much meaningful work. It was not well organized in keeping volunteers busy. There were lots of occasions when we ran out of jobs and were told to wander around and look for things to do. Myself and my grandchildren were extremely disappointed. We had a family meeting and left early. Still a bad taste in our mouth. After staying there I felt that the fee charged was excessive.
John Brown. (more)John Brown
