Wildlife Conservation Volunteer Projects

Volunteer on this internationally renowned wildlife conservation project in the breath-taking surroundings of the Khomas region of Namibia. Volunteers will work up close with a wide range of African wildlife, including lions, leopards and the beautiful tame cheetahs!  more...

Located at Okonjima Game Reserve this project works alongside the world's largest Big Cat Welfare Programme, committed to the long term conservation and release of Namibia's large carnivores, especially cheetahs and leopards. more...

This project, just a stone's throw from Victoria Falls, offers a fantastic opportunity for volunteers to work hands on with lion cubs on the world’s leading Lion Rehabilitation and Release Programme. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to take part in a research project to improve the understanding of the ecology of elephants and conservation education in the local community. more...

Volunteers on this inspiring and rewarding project spend most of their time at the remote Bushman Medical Clinic in rural Namibia where they assist the doctor and nurse with its running and helping provide primary healthcare to the local community. There is also an opportunity to help at the Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary... more...

This fantastic wildlife project is situated in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The project gives volunteers the opportunity to experience the spectacular vistas of the Cape as well as making a very real contribution to the wildlife conservation, game reserve management and community initiatives.  Volunteers also work up close with the big cats at the predator centre including White Lions, Wild Dogs, Cheetah as well as the beautiful Tigers. more...

This project represents a unique opportunity to experience and help in the entire process of caring for and releasing big cats into a conservation environment. Your experience begins at the Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary where you will look after and care for the animals there. You will then move to the heart of the breathtaking NamibRand, here you will have the opportunity to chart the progress of, and maybe even participate in the release of, leopard and cheetah in this spectacular environment. more...

For anyone wanting some real hands-on experience with African wildlife, Noah's Ark is the place to be!  This family-run wildlife sanctuary never turns an animal away and is an ideal project for volunteers wanting to make a real difference during their time in this beautiful area of Namibia.  By joining this project volunteers will have the opportunity to give a "second chance" to the many animals that are cared for and rehabilitated at the sanctuary and enable them to return to their natural habitat where they can continue to lead a life free of human disturbance.  A truly unique experience!  more...

A once in a lifetime experience to work with the majestic African Lion on this world's leading lion breeding and release project.  In addition to walking with lions, hand rearing cubs and conducting invaluable research into lion behaviour at this beautiful game reserve in Gweru, volunteers will also have the opportunity to work with orphaned elephants as well as helping out with wildlife management and boundary patrols on the reserve. more...

Enjoy a truly interactive wildlife experience in comfort and style based at a world renowned wildlife sanctuary which receives animals in distress from all over Africa. Volunteers on this working guest programme will have the opportunity to help with the preservation and conservation of Africa's wildlife including lions, leopards, cheetahs and wild dogs.  This is a very hands on volunteer project with the many animals that have found a safe home at the sanctary.  Volunteers numbers will be limited to 12 and will be provided with luxury and comfortable accommodation.   more...

Experience the heartbeat and rhythm of Africa at this beautiful Game Reserve - located in the malaria-free Eastern Cape of South Africa and home to the "Big 5" - lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo.  This 15,000 acre reserve with fantastic scenery boasts sunny grassy savannah plains with a wide variety of bush flora, many watering holes and the wide and captivating Bushman's River.  As well as the "Big 5" it is home to many small mammals, birds and insects and volunteers can become involved in all aspects of conservation - the longer the stay the better the experience!   Differences in language, culture and socio-economic backgrounds add to the experience but one thing is certain and that is that YOUR contribution will be huge and very much appreciated. Volunteers are treated to an overnight stay in the 4-star Safari Lodge and it may even be possible to camp out under the stars.  This is a very popular project and early application is advised to secure a placement. more...

An incredible opportunity to join the world's leading lion rehabilitiation/release programme at Victoria Falls where volunteers will walk with lions, hand rear cubs and help conduct invaluable research on lion behaviour.  As part of this project, all volunteers will also be involved with exciting conservation education initiatives in local schools. more...

Live in close contact with over 100 chimpanzees and other animals in need of care and attention, including bush babies, monkeys and squirrels. Witness the incredible animal relationships in the close knit chimpanzee family structure, and be part of the day to day care of the orphanages inhabitants. more...

This wildlife Photography and Conservation project will allow particpants to gain an intimate knowledge and feel for the wildlife of this spectacular area. You will have incredible photography opportunities as well as join a 3 day skills course run by an experienced photographer. Photographs taken will not only give you some great images from you experience but will also support the education and involvement of the local community. Volunteers will be based in beautiful St Lucia, declared a Natural World Heritage Site. more...

This vitally important project takes volunteers out to the last true wilderness on earth to help protect the incredible desert elephant population. Volunteers help to address the conflict between rural communities and the desert elephant with solutions that allow them to coexist peacefully. The long term welfare of these fantastic animals are addressed through safeguarding farmers water supplies, building new water points for the elephants, educating the local community and valuable elephant herd research. Volunteers will spend their time getting closer to nature in stunning surroundings camping out under the stars. A truly worthwhile wilderness adventure! more...

This project offers a unique opportunity to view the Great White Shark in its natural environment, either from a boat or an underwater cage, in addition to seeing many other wildlife species. Volunteers will learn a lot about the Great White and then put that knowledge to use by assisting in conservation and research into this awesome animal. more...

In 2001, work with captive-bred cheetahs began, and during the past three years 20 young cheetahs have been successfully bred and raised.  More needs to be done to counteract the rapidly declining numbers of cheetah in the wild, and the Centre, with the help of volunteers, aims to do this with their three-phase project. more...

This horse sanctuary offers a safe haven for horses who have been abused and neglected from all over South Africa. Volunteers will help to care for horses including assisting any veterinary activities and post operative care, feeding, grooming, tack maintenance and general care of the animals and yard. The real highlight is exercising the horses in the nearby Game Reserve. more...