Volunteering with  Lions & Big Cats in South Africa

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You if you try something new and exciting. Living with Lions volunteer programme is home to over 80 Lions including the rare white Lion which is already extinct in the wild

Cost details:

Some food is included

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 £1,095 for 2 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.

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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:

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.

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Those wanting to work closely with an experienced wildlife veterinarian.

Duration details:

From 2 - 12 weeks

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This is the ultimate experience for anyone who loves nature and CHEETAHS! It allows you to get hands-on experience and care with injured and sick animals, so if you are considering a career in Veterinary Science or Nursing, this is the placement for you.

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.

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Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre has set course dates that run throughout the year.

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Those wishing to track and monitor cheetah, leopard and brown hyena populations contributing to the ongoing conservation effort to help secure a future for these stunning animals.

Duration details:

From 2-12 weeks

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Since you will be working with the public, as well as the animals, you need to be an outgoing and enthusiastic person with a great sense of humour and a genuine compassion for animal welfare

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A project for those keen to work hard and make a lasting difference to the wildlife and communities of Swaziland. Quest support their projects like no one else and select volunteers carefully. If you're looking for a truly worthwhile gap year then look no further, Quest don't offer holidays or voluntourism.

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After 6 weeks hard work on a challenging conservation and community project, experience the very best Southern Africa has to offer on an incredible 6 week expedition.

This placement would suit:

Any one looking for an exciting conservation experience in Africa. The programme allows volunteers the opportunity to assist in the development of this reserve and would be great experience for students studying Veterinary science and other related courses. It is, however, suitable for anyone, and especially those who love big cats as the majority of the work revolves around observing and studying the reserve's pride of lions.

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.

Duration details:

4, 8 and 12 weeks avaliable