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Volunteer with Monkeys in South Africa
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Monkeys are given the nickname ‘cheeky’ for a reason - they are playful, mischievous, and a lot of fun! They love interacting with humans and, while volunteering, you can expect lots of hugs. Run by a lovely couple, the center helps to care for and rehabilitate injured, abused, or orphaned monkeys. They have received special accreditation from the government for their amazing work. As a volunt...
Monkeys are given the nickname ‘cheeky’ for a reason - they are playful, mischievous, and a lot of fun! They love interacting with humans and, while volunteering, you can expect lots of hugs. Run by a lovely couple, the center helps to care for and rehabilitate injured, abused, or orphaned monkeys. They have received special accreditation from the government for their amazing work. As a volunteer, you will get to meet and interact with the animals. From feeding to taking them to the swimming pool to bathe and from cleaning out their enclosures to helping prepare their release, you will make a huge difference to the animals in your care. Volunteers need to be prepared to get stuck in and help out. Your work allows the centre to help a greater number of monkeys and baboons. It is a th...
Program Highlights
Get daily monkey cuddles!
Gain real hands-on experience with monkeys, from fun and feeding to helping out with veterinary procedures.
Become an important member of an extended family of 400 monkeys and baboons, welcomed by the lovely owners of the centre, Paul and Lynnette.
Make a big difference to the lives of these monkeys by helping in the rehabilitation time, which could take much longer without volunteers.
Have the chance to live in the northern area of South Africa, based in a spectacular setting surrounded by wildlife and natural parks.
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Quick Details
- Phalaborwa, South Africa
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
- Environment
- Wildlife
- American
- Canadian
- European
- Australian
- Asian
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Really meaningful to be part of it.
by: Jofrid Stokstad Program: Volunteer with Monkeys in South AfricaReliable and friendly follow-up from Kate throughout the entire process for volunteering in South Africa. Security for assistance with all necessary details. Good information. Easy website. I can really recommend Oyster Worldwide, and I would definitely choose them again. The project has a really serious and high methodical standard in all they do for the baboons. I am impressed. It's hard work, and really meaningful to be part of it.
I had the best time on my trip
by: BriannaProgram: Volunteer with Monkeys in South AfricaI just got back home yesterday! I had the best time on my trip and I was so sad to be leaving. Thank you for all of the help you provided, everything went smoothly and I might even return in the future!
We are definitely explorers now!
by: Catherine and DaughterProgram: Volunteer with Monkeys in South AfricaWe had a very special experience at this project, one that we will hold in our hearts forever and one we hope to repeat one day. I found all of the pre-travel information easy to access and very informative. Safe to say we entered this experience with some trepidation never having been to South Africa or done this sort of thing before, but I felt so well prepared and even better, fully supported every step of the way. I loved the My Oyster portal where I could collect all the information in one ...
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Locations
- Phalaborwa, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- Canadian
- European
- Australian
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
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