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Penguin Rehabilitation in South Africa

by: KHAYA Volunteer Projects

8.98 (43)

Calling all animal lovers! A rehabilitation and conservation center in Port Elizabeth, which supports endangered African penguins (also called jackass penguins), needs volunteers to assist with the hands-on care of these remarkable species and other marine birds. The placement requires providing support with tasks where needed. You work closely with wild animals, so be calm and collected and re...

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Program Highlights

Help with general tasks around the center as well as the daily care of penguins, including cleaning and feeding.

Take part in fun social activities, such as hiking the lush Eastern Cape bush, seeing elephants at Addo Elephant Park, and many more!

Join an international team and meet volunteers from other parts of the world.

Stay in a cozy volunteer house situated by the beach.

Benefit from a volunteer program with inclusions like transport and meals.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • Summer
  • 3-6 Months
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Eco-Tourism
  • Environment
  • Marine Conservation
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Guidelines:
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

8.81

Total Reviews

43

Amazing

by: Kymbali Dender - New ZealandProgram: Penguin Rehabilitation in South Africa
9

I enjoyed the weekend trips, getting to know Port Elizabeth and getting to know others better. Jeff and Arlene have made the trip amazing as well with all their kindness and good energy it has been a journey of growth.

Best time

by: Kat Nicola - British Virgin IslandsProgram: Penguin Rehabilitation in South Africa
9

Having the chance to volunteer with Sanccob was amazing and to live in a nice environment whilst doing so was great. We were able to get able to get involved in more than i would imagined at the project so it was great to have this experience.

An adventure with the best penguins and people

by: Tommy Brader - British Virgin IslandsProgram: Penguin Rehabilitation in South Africa
10

Getting to work with the penguins daily especially feeding the chicks. This was an experience of a life time and something that i will never forget. Going to see freshly ground at the music kitchen. The venue was really interesting and intimate.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Eco-Tourism

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Independent living

Salary & Compensation

None

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Resume
  • Written Application

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