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Wildlife Reserve Big Five Conservation

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2 - 12 Wochen  ·  Alter 17 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Take part in animal welfare activities in the South African Game Reserve
  • Help to improve the standard of life for some of South Africa's most in-need animals through the maintenance of their environment
  • Support the project team as they aim to rehabilitate and release as many animals as possible back into the wild

Highlights

  • Take part in animal welfare activities in the South African Game Reserve
  • Help to improve the standard of life for some of South Africa's most in-need animals through the maintenance of their environment
  • Support the project team as they aim to rehabilitate and release as many animals as possible back into the wild
  • Monitor and learn more about about South Africa’s incredible wildlife species

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    Alter 17+
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    50+

    Über das Programm

    Volunteer with the 'Big Five' and the Born Free Big Cat Foundation in one of South Africa's finest game reserves.

    This incredible volunteer experience in South Africa offers the chance to get involved with the conservation efforts of the world-renowned Shamwari Game Reserve. Volunteers on this project play a vital role in the numerous fascinating aspects of managing an award-winning game reserve, which has ...

    Über das Programm

    This incredible volunteer experience in South Africa offers the chance to get involved with the conservation efforts of the world-renowned Shamwari Game Reserve. Volunteers on this project play a vital role in the numerous fascinating aspects of managing an award-winning game reserve, which has claimed back more than 25,000 hectares of once derelict farmland.


    About the project

    Locally identified as Frontier Country, the Eastern Cape of South Africa enjoys unmatched biodiversity, which unfortunately has suffered severely over past centuries as a result of wildlife, fauna and flora being all but eradicated (with the exception of a few species). The impact of the early settlers, in particular, has left its mark on a district where several of the first encounters with wildlife in Southern Africa were documented. This project was established to return the land and the wildlife species that used to inhabit it back to their former glory. Over the past twenty-three years, a dedicated team of conservationists has not only been successful in the reintroduction of flora and fauna, but they have also taken responsibility for managing and caring for the natural resources of which they are now custodians. 

    With an on-site, dedicated wildlife department, Animal Rehabilitation Centre, Animal Hospital and Rhino Awareness Centre, volunteers will gain first-hand experience and insight through a vast array of tasks. This may range from tracking and monitoring rare and endangered species such as rhinos, elephants, and predators to working at the Born Free Foundation Big Cat Sanctuary and possibly witnessing wildlife veterinary procedures.


    Volunteers are also involved with local community projects, focusing on wildlife, the environment and the continued restoration and upkeep of the reserve. This project allows volunteers to personally experience and add value to a project which has been globally recognised for its conservation efforts and expertise.


    Prior to Arrival

    The easiest way to get here is to arrive in Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo International Airport) and then book a connecting domestic flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth. The project is approximately 1 hour (75 kilometres) from Port Elizabeth Airport. Please ensure that you book flights to arrive in Port Elizabeth before 12:20pm on your project start date. You will be met at the airport by a member of staff and will be transferred to Shamwari at 1pm. This service is not included in the program fees and will cost £45 each way. A private transfer can be arranged if you arrive outside of these hours for a cost of £90 each way.


    Holders of UK, most other EU countries, Australian, Canadian and USA passports do not require a Visa for South Africa. Upon entry, you will be issued with a 3- 3-month permit (at no cost). Make sure the correct date and length of stay in the country are entered into your visa when you arrive at immigration. If you are travelling from Albania, Belarus, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Hungary, Poland, Russian Federation, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Algeria, Angola, Comoros, China, Egypt, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Mexico, Madagascar, Morocco, Mozambique, Paraguay, Rwanda, Tanzania, Thailand, Tunisia or Vietnam, you will require a Visa and should consult your South African embassy.


    Departure

    The shared return transfer departs Shamwari at 10am, and you will arrive at the airport by 12pm. If you would like to use this option, please book a flight that departs after 2pm. Alternatively, we may be able to arrange a private transfer for you, depending on the availability of vehicles.



    Tagesablauf

    First Day

    Upon arrival into Port Elizabeth airport you will be transferred to the project site. Once you have arrived, you will have a welcome orientation and briefing. You will then have the rest of the day to settle in and meet the rest of the volunteers.

    Regular Days

    On your typical working days you ...

    Tagesablauf

    First Day

    Upon arrival into Port Elizabeth airport you will be transferred to the project site. Once you have arrived, you will have a welcome orientation and briefing. You will then have the rest of the day to settle in and meet the rest of the volunteers.

    Regular Days

    On your typical working days you will work from approximately 8am to 4 or 5pm and have the evenings off. The tasks can vary depending on the season and the number of volunteers on site.

    • 7:30 am: Breakfast
    • 8:00 am: Meeting with fellow volunteers and coordinators
    • 8:30 am: Morning activities, distributed on a rotational basis
    • 12:00 am: Lunch break
    • 1:00 pm: Afternoon activities
    • 5:00 pm: Work is finished 
    • 6:00 pm: Dinner

    You can expect to take part in the following activities:

    Game count & monitoring

    Annual game counts of species (including rhino, elephants, lions, leopards and antelope) are carried out in order to establish the carrying capacity of the reserve, the movement of animals to and from the area, as well as predator to prey ratios.

    Telemetry tracking & research

    Telemetry tracking (or tracking using remote sources such as wire or radio) is used - particularly with regards to the more elusive species like cheetah and leopards.

    Restoration and rehabilitation of reserve landscapes and fencing

    This is integral to the well-being of the reserve and ensures its long-term revival as a pristine landscape suitable for an extensive collection of flora and fauna.

    Maintenance of the reserve as a healthy breeding centre

    Shamwari is an important breeding centre for a variety of species. Management here can refer to anything from veld (open country or grassland) conditions assessment, mapping of breeding area, mapping of alien vegetation, monitoring animal numbers and managing water points.

    Alien plant control

    An essential part of your volunteer duties here, alien plant control helps to get rid of unwanted (and potentially poisonous plants), increase the natural biodiversity of the reserve, as well as decrease fire risk.

    Volunteering at Born Free Foundation

    An opportunity will be given on a weekly basis for you to volunteer with big cats (lions and leopards) at the Born Free Big Cat Sanctuary - a world-renowned animal rehabilitation centre.

    Volunteering at the Animal Rehabilitation Centre

    Shamwari Animal Rehabilitation Centre was set up to aid in the rehabilitation of injured animals found on the reserve and the surrounding community. The aim is to give the animals the short term care they need so that they can be successfully released back into the environment.

    Community Projects

    This responsibility involves the education of local communities in the benefits of conserving biodiversity and stresses the importance of conserving the natural habitats of Shamwari and the surrounding area. Weekly trips are made into the local community to assist in various community projects that range from creating and maintaining vegetable gardens, recycling projects, painting classrooms and building jungle gyms.

    Restoration and Rehabilitation of Reserve Landscapes

    The need to return the once pristine landscape to its original splendour includes the collecting and removal of old fence lines and rehabilitating degraded and overgrazed land.

    Research Projects

    These projects are often undertaken in conjunction with both local and foreign research and academic institutions and may range from elephant fertility testing to capturing data on lesser-known species such as Brown Hyena.

    Last Day

    Once you have said goodbye to your fellow volunteers and facilitators, you will transfer back to the airport for your return flight home or you will commence onward independent travel plans.


    Freizeitaktivitäten

    You are free to explore the surrounding area, relax by the pool, read a book etc. There are lots of amazing day trips to consider arranging with your fellow volunteers such as visiting the Addo Elephant National Park, Birds of Paradise Aviary, sky diving and bungee jumping! 

    Freizeitaktivitäten

    You are free to explore the surrounding area, relax by the pool, read a book etc. There are lots of amazing day trips to consider arranging with your fellow volunteers such as visiting the Addo Elephant National Park, Birds of Paradise Aviary, sky diving and bungee jumping! 


    Voraussetzungen

    Voraussetzungen

    Mindestalter: 17 Jahre

    Um an diesem Programm teilzunehmen, musst du mindestens 17 Jahre alt sein.

    Sprachkenntnisse

    Du brauchst folgende Sprachkenntnisse: Englisch (Fortgeschritten)

    Staatszugehörigkeit

    Es gibt keine Beschränkungen. Helfende Hände aus aller Welt sind willkommen.

    Andere Fähigkeiten

    We recommend that you come with a moderate level of fitness as the days are jam-packed and you will be involved in a whole host of activities! In terms of skills, all we ask is that you arrive with a willingness to get involved, have a respect for the wildlife and project staff with whom you’ll be working and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty!

    Arbeitszeiten

    Deine Hilfe wird an folgenden Tagen benötigt: Montag, Dienstag, Mittwoch, Donnerstag und Freitag von 07:30 - 17:00

    Leistungen

    Leistungen

    Dienstleistungen vor Ort

    What's included in the price of the project?
    Accommodation during your time volunteering
    All meals and juice, tea and coffee.
    Volunteer activities (including at the Born Free Foundation)
    Full time English speaking ground staff

    Unterkunft

    Volunteers will be housed in a beautiful volunteer lodge featuring shared rooms that accommodate 2 to 4 people, each with en-suite bathrooms. The lodge includes a communal lounge area with a pool table, a dining room, an outside area with a fire pit, and a swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is available, and laundry service is provided once a week.

    Verpflegung

    During your time here, you will be given three meals per day as part of the project price and all are served buffet style. Bottled water, tea and coffee are provided but soft drinks/ alcohol will need to be purchased from local trading stores open daily.

    There are no facilities to service Kosher or Halal requirements but the supply of such meals can be serviced at extra cost with adequate warning.

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    Was ist NICHT inklusive?

    Was ist NICHT inklusive?

    Abholung vom Flughafen Port Elizabeth International Airport

    Das Abholen vom Flughafen ist auch nicht in den Programmgebühren enthalten.

    Flugtickets

    Der nächstgelegene Flughafen ist Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) in Port Elizabeth. Wir helfen dir günstige Flüge nach Südafrika zu finden. FINDE GÜNSTIGE FLÜGE

    Reiseversicherung

    Ins Ausland zu gehen ist ein Abenteuer, auf das man sich stets gut vorbereiten sollte. Plötzliche Krankheit oder Verletzung, Stornierung oder Diebstahl - eine Reiseversicherung für Südafrika bietet die nötige Sicherheit. ANGEBOT EINHOLEN

    Impfungen

    Bevor du deine Freiwilligenarbeit in Südafrika antrittst, solltest du dich noch einmal von deinem Arzt beraten lassen und deine erforderlichen Impfungen für Südafrika überprüfen. IMPFSCHUTZ ÜBERPRÜFEN

    Informationen zur Anreise

    Volunteers can join this project on every Monday throughout the year (subject to availability; please contact us to check for your preferred start date).

    The project is closed from mid-December until the beginning of January.

    Verfügbarkeit
    Jan Feb Mär Apr Mai Jun Jul Aug Sep Okt Nov Dez

    Programmgebühren

    2 Wochen (Mindestaufenthalt) 1.846€
    3 Wochen 2.710€
    4 Wochen 3.574€
    5 Wochen 4.438€
    6 Wochen 5.302€
    8 Wochen 7.031€
    10 Wochen 8.759€
    12 Wochen (Maximaler Aufenthalt) 10.488€
    Durchschnittliche Gebühren 898€/Woche

    Programmgebühren

    898€ / Woche 2 - 12 Wochen Alter 17 - 50+

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    Dauer

    2 - 12 Wochen

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