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Zimbabwe - African Wildlife Orphanage
Volunteer at one of the largest & most successful wildlife rehabilitation/release centers in Africa! Participants on this project work with a range of animals; anything from chimpanzees to baby cheetahs. Experience beautiful Zimbabwe all while making a positive impact on the delicate African ecosystem. ...
Volunteer at one of the largest & most successful wildlife rehabilitation/release centers in Africa! Participants on this project work with a range of animals; anything from chimpanzees to baby cheetahs. Experience beautiful Zimbabwe all while making a positive impact on the delicate African ecosystem. The orphanage is a haven for animals with little hope for survival in the wild; these are creatures that have been orphaned, abandoned, injured, born in captivity, or brought up unsuccessfully as pets. Additionally, it is home to an increasing number of animals confiscated from illegal wil...
Program Highlights
Care for animals that have been orphaned, abandoned, injured, born in captivity or brought up unsuccessfully as pets.
Help to educate public school children about different wildlife species and conservation.
Engage in research and field surveys.
Improve the lives of animals that are physically unable to return to the wild.
Assist in releases when possible and see animals in their natural habitat.
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Quick Details
- Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Building & Construction Projects
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
- Education
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- All Nationalities
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Dreams come true
by: SusanProgram: Zimbabwe - African Wildlife OrphanageBeing with the Wilson family and the staff at the orphanage living and working and on day and over night trips has been a great privilege.<br><br>The orphanage animals and their stories has greatly increased my understanding and love of the wilderness and fuelled my want to support wildlife further.<br><br>The experiences beyond the orphanage have been dreams come true and stories I will tell for a long time to come.
Hey Susan Thank you so much for your kind words! It sounds like your time with the Wilson family, the staff, and the animals at the orphanage was truly special. We’re so glad it deepened your love for wildlife and inspired you to support conservat...
Surrounded by lots of giraffes
by: PamelaProgram: Zimbabwe - African Wildlife OrphanageWe have had a marvellous time - on one our our game drives we stopped and were surrounded by lots of giraffes - such elegant and gentle creatures. We were very close to a rhino mum and her baby - superb. Lots of wonderful experiences. Chipangali is an excellent place who really care for their animals.
Hi Pamela Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! It sounds like you had some truly magical moments on your game drives—being surrounded by giraffes and seeing a rhino mum with her baby up close must have been incredible! Here's to more u...
Stay was very comfortable I felt like home.
by: VivekProgram: Zimbabwe - African Wildlife OrphanageEverything is memorable for me starting from handling babies to chopping cow and sheep for carnivores. I have not done these things before. My two weeks ended very fast, so i have to come back again next year. Stay was very comfortable I felt like home.
Program Details
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Locations
- Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Types & Subjects
- Adventure Travel
- Animal Sciences
- Animal Welfare
- Animals
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
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)
Accomodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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