Wildlife Conservation Volunteer Projects

Volunteer on this internationally renowned wildlife 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 on the world’s leading programme for the release of rehabilitated lions back into the wild.  Volunteers will also have the opportunity to take part in a research project to improve the understanding of the ecology of elephants and to work with local communities in programmes to improve their understanding of conservation and how to protect the environment in the future. more...

Volunteers on this combined medical/wildlife conservation project will gain firsthand experience of healthcare in an outreach clinic for the Bushman people, together with the opportunity to care for and protect wildlife in trouble. more...

This project represents a unique and new opportunity to experience and help in the entire process of caring for and releasing big cats into a conservation environment. Your experience begins at an internationally renowned Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary where you will have hands on experience of the work carried out at the sanctuary. 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. Your work on the project is essential to its success and you will leave with a sense of awe for the majesty of the cats and the environment in which you have been immersed. more...

Take this once in a life time opportunity to volunteer on the world renowned Noah’s Ark project in the stunning and remote backdrop of the Gobabis district of Namibia. As part of this wonderful project you will get close to and care for over 200 animals that have found sanctuary there including cheetahs, lions, leopards as well as lots of smaller wildlife. 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 new guest programme will have the opportunity to help with the preservation and conservation of Africa's wildlife including lions, leopards, cheetahs and wild dogs. more...

Volunteer at this beautiful Game Reserve - one of the finest destinations in the Eastern Cape wilderness - home to the Big Five - lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalo.  Other species such as antelope, giraffe, warthog and cheetah all roam in the Reserve and volunteers play an integral part in the conservation work currently being undertaken as well as getting involved in the local Isipho orphanage - educating the children, playing games and supporting the vegetable garden - and contributing to community clean ups and visits to the craft centre.  There will be opportunities to camp out under the stars and volunteers are also treated to a 5-star guest experience spending one night at the luxury safari lodge. 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...

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 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...

Volunteer on this internationally renowned wildlife project in the breath-taking surroundings of the Khomas region of Namibia, and work with a dedicated team of staff to help address the human predator conflict. This Sanctuary is a safe haven for big cats and other wildlife in trouble, and is working towards the peaceful coexistence of big cats and farmers throughout Namibia. 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...