South Africa Horseback Conservation Experience

Riding in the African Bush is wonderful and ever changing, from quietly walking through bush on the look out for game and birds, to long trots and canters.

The combination of riding and game viewing is unforgettable! Combine this with an informal conservation course for an unforgetable trip to Africa.

Conservation Focus

The emphasis is in offering the students a unique bush experience on horseback, walking and driving, where attention is paid not only to the animals, but also to all aspects of local ecology

Possible Voluntary Work

As a student on this voluntary work in South Africa you will spend about 40% of their time assisting with the care and welfare of the horses, which are used for horseback safaris on the property.

The surrounding game reserves have the big African game, including the Big 5, but there are no permanent predators at the project, so safety is not a problem.

Identification of mammals, birds, insects and plants
Tracking
Fence patrolling
Anti-poaching initiatives
Soil erosion control
Survival in the bush
Navigation by stars and different star constellations
Weapon handling
Sleep- outs in the bush
Walks and game drives

It is pure magic to ride a horse across the plains of Africa with wild game all around you!

Location

The Project is situated at the foot of the Drakensberg Mountains to the west of the renowned Kruger National Park. The project is 12km from the town of Hoedspruit in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. This is a rustic bush lodge where people, wildlife and horses mix freely in an atmosphere of relaxed outdoor life.

Accommodation

Students share thatched roof, wooden chalets. Mosquito nets are provided. Showers and toilets are separate, open-air wooden structures with running water, heated by fire. As we have no electricity supply, battery-operated lights, paraffin lanterns and gas is used.

Open dinning room and braai (BBQ) area are situated under large trees. A quaint splash pool and game viewing hide overlooking a well- used waterhole around the lodge off for ultimate tranquility.

Programme Overview

Duration:
2 weeks £799, 4 weeks £1199, 8 weeks £1899, 12 weeks £2649

How to book & pay:
Secure booking with £195 and balance due 12 weeks before departure

What is included?
Project donation
Transfers
Programme orientation
Accommodation & meals
Full support from Project Leaders
Conservation course and materials
24-hour emergency support

What is not included?
Personal travel insurance
All flights
Internet and telephone
Beverages
Any meals outside of the project
Excursions not on itinerary

Summary:
A unique bush experience on horseback, walking and driving, where attention is paid not only to the animals, but also to all aspects of local ecology.
Other voluntary work in South Africa

Programme dates: Please contact us for dates.

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