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African Reptile Park Volunteer
 

Book with a deposit of just £195

African Reptile Park Volunteer

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Perfect for anyone who is passionate about reptiles and arachnids; get hands on with a wide range of species!

During your placement you will be actively involved in working with a variety of reptile species, from Black and Green Mambas, Rock Pythons, and Vipers to Baboon Spiders, Scorpions and the rare Leopard Tortoise.

Volunteer Role

Your working day will vary considerably from carrying out vivisections, rescues to design, construction and cleaning of enclosures and showing tourists aroung the park. You'll help with a range of activities including capturing problem animals from surrounding farms and going into the bush to help with reptile, amphibian and arachnid related research. As well as this you will be locating habitat and assessing the chosen areas for the release of animals.

You can also attend a ranger course, learn how to handle snakes and other reptiles safely and participate in animal feeding sessions and demonstrations.


Project Location

Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province, South Africa


Accommodation and Meals

Wooden lodges within the park grounds. There is a kitchen, lounge/dining area with T.V. /DVD, bathroom and one bedroom to share with another volunteer. You'll be taken to do your weekly food shopping and you can prepare your own meals with other volunteers.
 
 

Programme Overview


Price:
2 weeks £899, 4 weeks £1399, 8 weeks £2399,
12 weeks £3389

How to book & pay:
Secure with £195 deposit. The balance is due 12 wks before departure.

What is included?
Accommodation & meals
Airport transfers
Volunteer placements
Associated activities
What is not included?
Flights, inc internal flights
Extra activities
Travel Insurance

Programme Summary:
Take an active role in this unique volunteer project. Help with the day to day rescue and conservation of these amazing creatures in this South African volunteer programme.
Other South Africa volunteer work

Arrival dates: Programme start 1st & 3rd Monday of each month

South Africa Travel Advice:
Visit our South Africa Travel Advice page for useful travel information.
 
 
 
 

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