Care for Wildlife in an Animal Sanctuary in Port Elizabeth

Rewarding work caring for animals in a sanctuary. You'll assist in hand-rearing, feeding and generally looking after many different animal species, including over 250 different species of birds, most of which you will never have seen before.

The sanctuary receives many abandoned, abused, injured or orphaned animals that all need love and attention to help prepare them for life back in the wild if possible, or at least a worthwhile and safe life in the sanctuary. Many animals breed there, so there are often young animals to care for that need regular feeding and attention. It is a very hands-on experience and one that leaves you with an unbelievable feeling of satisfaction. If this type of placement appeals to you, it really will be a life changing experience.

The Sanctuary and Wildlife Park is situated 50 km south west of the city centre of Port Elizabeth, on the Eastern Cape’s sunshine coast, in a malaria-free area. Set on 1000 hectares of superb bush and grassland, the sanctuary was started by Percy, who was originally a farmer on the current piece of land and has lived there for over 25 years. Having always had an interest in the rehabilitation of orphaned and injured animals, he decided to retire from farming and concentrate on building a larger sanctuary where he could take in and look after animals who needed a home.

Work on this project ranges from hands-on with the animals, to helping and guiding the tourists or assisting in the restaurant and bar. Some of your work will also include general chores in the Park itself. Some of your responsibilities may include the following:

• Food preparation for all the animals and birds. You'll learn which animals eat what food, how to prepare it and and how much to give them.
• Hand rearing of orphaned wildlife, including birds.
• Mucking out and tidying enclosures, and, when necessary, helping to expand existing enclosures or constructing new ones.
• Collecting data on wildlife within the game reserve section of the park. This will include, for example, monitoring the movements of wildlife and occasionally doing game counts, depending on what is required at the time you're there.

• An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into South Africa.
• You'll lealrn an enormous amount about rearing and caring for different types of wildlife and birds.
• New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.
• An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market
• The enormous satisfaction of helping abused and orphaned animals and knowing that you made a difference to their quality of life
• And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!

Add to your travel experience in Africa by doing some additional exciting activities, such as:

• 5- or 7-day Safari from Cape Town up the renowned Garden Route
• Surfing Courses in Cape Town
• Photography & Photoshop Courses
• 1-Week Wildlife Rehabilitation
• 1-Week Zulu Culture Tour
• Surfing Courses in KwaZulu-Natal
• 1-Week Whales Sharks Dolphins
• 10-Day Paragliding Course
• 5-Day Bush Survival Course

Talk to us - We're there to help you. Most of our team are ex Travellers volunteers and are ideally qualified to offer advice and guidance because they know what you're looking for. They'll help you find your perfect project - and then make it all happen!

If you’d like to apply for this project Visit our website and complete the application form. As soon as we receive it, we’ll liaise with you and then start making your travel adventure happen.

It’s as easy as that.