Big 5 Wildlife Conservation Experience

You have the chance to deeply immerse yourself in intensive and wide-scale conservation management and wildlife support, while increasing your knowledge of the African bush and African culture.

You will also visit some of Zimbabwe’s premier tourist spots, work with Rhinos and Elephants and walk with lions at our breeding and rehabilitation programme in the Zimbabwe Midlands.

The Volunteer Project

This 5-week expedition will give you an intimate insight into Zimbabwe’s breathtaking natural environment and offers you the chance to contribute to some high-impact conservation initiatives.

Working alongside experienced project managers and professional guides, you’ll make a direct and significant contribution towards wildlife conservation in Zimbabwe and research objectives on an Africa-wide scale.

Our voyage down the Zambezi River is a terrific way to kick-start the trip and provides a great introduction to the African bush and its cultures. You’ll navigate your way towards the Victoria Falls by day, along the complex sequence of waterways. By night, you will camp under the stars on the banks and islands of this ancient river, surrounded by an abundance of wildlife.

Week two will see you take part in a stimulating Bush Survival course. During this week, you’ll learn about the characteristics and habits of the animals and gain a deeper understanding of the fragile relationship between man and beast.

From here, your expedition takes you into Zimbabwe’s stunning Hwange National Park where you will work on our hugely exciting and influential conservation project, gaining both unprecedented access to the animals and practical experience in fundamental conservation techniques.

Finally, walk with lions and nurture lion cubs at our special lion breeding and rehabilitation programme before moving on to the exclusive Black Rhino and Elephant Conservation Project, where your efforts will help to protect these species from extinction.

Location

Various locations within Zimbabwe, including the Midlands and Hwange National Park.

Accommodation and meals

Throughout the placement, you'll receive accommodation and three meals each day, either prepared around a camp fire on the bush activities, or in the volunteer lodges where you will be staying from week 3 onwards.

Three cooked meals will be provided every day.

Programme Overview

Duration and Price:
5 weeks £2299

Book and pay:
Secure with £195 deposit. The balance is due 10 wks before departure.

What is included?
Project donation fee
Road transfers
Airport transfers
Assistance from trained staff
Wildlife educational talks
Accommodation
Beverages
Laundry service
Programme support

What is not included?
All personal items
Flights
Telephone calls and emails
Additional excursions
Personal travel insurance

Summary:
Get involved in wide-scale conservation whilst learning about the African bush & the Big 5 in Zimbabwe's National Parks. Visit Zimbabwe’s premier tourist spots, work with rhinos, elephants & walk with lions.
Other voluntary work in Zimbabwe

Programme dates:
Contact us for start dates

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