Volunteer in African Big 5 & Wildlife Conservation with African Impact
- South Africa
- Hoedspruit
About Program
If you're looking for the ultimate African volunteering safari, then we invite you to join African Impact's wildlife conservation research team and expert field guides in the most iconic South African game reserves. Be prepared for an up-close and memorable encounter with the famous African Big 5 - lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino - and help monitor, study, and protect these endangered species.
This is our most popular volunteer project in Africa perfect for aspiring conservationists or zoologists, nature enthusiasts, and wildlife lovers. This program allows you to be fully immersed into the African bush to observe and gather data which are vital for the protection of these at-risk species and conservation of the most beautiful wildlife.
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Program Highlights
- Be immersed in the wild African bush observing and monitoring the iconic Big 5
- Enjoy your stay in a safari-style camp in the Greater Kruger area for the authentic African experience
- Gain an unforgettable experience studying the behaviours and movements of herds of elephants and prides of lions
- Gather vital data that will reinforce wildlife conservation initiatives protecting the species from threats such as poaching and habitat loss
- Have the chance to explore Greater Kruger Area, go on safari drives and experience the culture of the people of Eswatini during your free days
Program Impact
WILDLIFE RESEARCH SAFARI DRIVES
Venture into the African bush on daily volunteer safari drives in search of the Big 5 species and other iconic African wildlife. You will monitor wild animals and collect vital data.
These safari drives will also give you a chance to experience the wonders of the African bush and go on private safaris in the most beautiful reserves in the Greater Kruger Park area in South Africa.
PHYSICAL CONSERVATION WORK
Physical conservation work is a vital part of volunteer wildlife conservation program (and a lot more fun than you would think it would be), so you will have plenty of opportunities to get your hands dirty on foot in the African bush amongst the wild animals natural habitat.
RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
You will work alongside our experienced team of wildlife conservation research experts and help to compile data of the wild animals encountered into reports, maps, and up to date profiles (ID kits). The techniques you will learn about doing this volunteer work include analyzing whisker patterns, scars, and ear notches to understand and distinguish individual animals.
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Location
Hoedspruit is in the Limpopo province in Big 5 country, which refers to the Game Lodges and Private Nature Reserves. This town is agriculturally oriented and the majority of activities involve wildlife, environment, and people.
