Volunteering with  Animals in South Africa

This placement would suit:

1. Graduated scientists or students currently enrolled in an academic institution.
2. Naturalists and conservationists with an interest in gaining field experience working with sharks.

Duration details:

 The programme will run for a 3-week period from the 4th - 24th May 2009.

This placement would suit:

Someone interested in the truly awesome African Big 5 gang (Lion, African Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Leopard and Black Rhinoceros).

This is a wildlife and conservation project located in South Africa that aims to protect, preserve and educate those interested in an up close and personal experience with mother nature and the African Big Five.

This placement would suit:

Those wanting to work as part of a team as a research assistant actively involved in studying the wonderful biodiversity of this stunning game reserve.

Duration details:

Between 2 - 4 weeks

This placement would suit:

This placement would suit anyone with a keen sense of adventure and a love of animals and the outdoors. Someone who is genuinely interested in the conservation of African wildlife, is interested in research and monitoring and wants to experience the African bush first-hand.

Cost details:

Costs vary depending on how long you want to stay for. Prices start from £1,595 for 3 weeks and include food and accommodation, 24/7 support and backup before you go and throughout your placement, as well as meeting you at the nearest airport. When you're on your placement, if you'd like to extend your time, you can do so at a minimal additional cost.

Duration details:

This placement can be extended for any length of time (many of our volunteers do!), subject to availability and any visa restrictions that may apply.

This placement would suit:

Adventurous photography fans who would like to couple their passion for taking pictures with assisting local conservation education efforts.

This placement would suit:

This course is ideally suited to people wanting an introduction to conservation in southern Africa and those wishing to pursue a conservation orientated career, as well as wishing to improve their personal knowledge of wildlife.

Cost details:

We also have a Game Ranger Course package which includes flights.

This placement would suit:

Someone with enthusiasm for conservation who is able to muck in and work as part of a team. If you would like to make a career of animal care and welfare or simply contribute to their future.

Duration details:

From 2 - 12 weeks all year round

This placement would suit:

Anyone interested in working on a game reserve and helping to protect wild animals.

Cost details:

Please contact us for details

Duration details:

2 weeks - 12 months

This placement would suit:

People with a love for primates and community development. Also for people studying any animal related course.

Cost details:

All our rates include your return transfer and pick up from airport, all accommodation for the duration of your placement, all meals and placement activities. We are a fully bonded agent through IATA; in conjunction with South Africa Airways we can offer some fantastic rates on international airfare.

This placement would suit:

Those who have dreamt of galloping across the plains of Africa in search of its great game. Think ‘Out of Africa” and you’re getting somewhere close!