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South Africa - Big Five & Endangered Species Reserve
This reserve is home to Africa's infamous Big 5 including the lion, leopard, elephant, cape buffalo, rhino and many other key animals as well as over 400 species of birds. Staying on the reserve gives volunteers opportunities to be involved in a variety of research initiatives on endangered and other wildlife species. You will contribute to research and conservation work during your stay and p...
This reserve is home to Africa's infamous Big 5 including the lion, leopard, elephant, cape buffalo, rhino and many other key animals as well as over 400 species of birds. Staying on the reserve gives volunteers opportunities to be involved in a variety of research initiatives on endangered and other wildlife species. You will contribute to research and conservation work during your stay and play a part in vital conservation activities. A majority of the volunteer work includes going on jeep safaris to observe the animals and collect data.
Program Highlights
Live right in the African bush with wildlife
Volunteer to help conserve the African Big Five!
Observe and collect data on lions, leopards, elephant, rhinos and cape buffalo
Go on jeep safaris daily to complete volunteer tasks
Explore South Africa's travel highlights with fellow volunteers
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Quick Details
- Durban, South Africa
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 1-2 Weeks
- Business
- Conservation
- Driving
- Eco-Tourism
- Education
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- All Nationalities
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Being so close with rhinos is truly an experience of a lifetime
by: AlexProgram: South Africa - Big Five & Endangered Species ReserveIt was incredible to partake in the daily routine with the staff - I felt like part of the team and not 'just another volunteer'. The staff was so welcome.<br>Being so close with rhinos is truly an experience of a lifetime - and I cannot recommend it enough.
Probably the best experience of my life so far!
by: DanielProgram: South Africa - Big Five & Endangered Species ReserveSpent 24 hours out in the wild bush with 3 volunteers, 2 professional guides, and a well trained dog. Walking around discussing tracks, animals and vegetation. Then slept by a fire under the stars. Probably the best experience of my life so far!
Loved the country
by: Sarah GheidaProgram: South Africa - Big Five & Endangered Species ReserveI literally loved every aspect of this project once i was settled in the housing. I couldn't imagine myself any happier. I fell so madly in love with Africa, I couldn't possible put it into words. I could not have asked for a better experience or a more beneficial trip for myself. The staff and other volunteers were beyond amazing and the people we got to meet on site were just beautiful people who I could not get enough of.
Program Details
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Locations
- Durban, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Hiking
- Photography
- Rafting
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1 Year
- 1-2 Weeks
- 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Suzzy Hald
Participated in 2015
Suzzy loves to travel solo. She loves the freedom to move and change her trip according to whatever whim or opportunity comes her way. So far, Suzzy h...
Suzzy Hald
Participated in 2015
I traveled and volunteered back in the 70's and 80's before becoming "trapped" in the corporate world. I wanted to go back out by myself, but the world had changed and I wanted to take my first foray back out with a recognized organization that could provide the sort of information and advice that I needed.
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