South Africa Chimpanzee Sanctuary

The project offers an introductory level Chimpanzee Primate Sanctuary Management course, endorsed by the Jane Goodall Institute of South Africa and by the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA).

Volunteer Role

The course consists of a thorough training programme over a one-month period in which you will receive theoretical and practical training, which allows you to spend the maximum amount of time possible at the sanctuary.

Your training course is run by highly qualified and experienced chimpanzee specialists and field guides. At the end of the course you will be rewarded with a Level 1 Sanctuary Management Certificate endorsed by the Jane Goodall Institute of South Africa.

The modules you will cover throughout your training will include:

Introduction to primates
History of chimpanzees on the Africa continent
Introduction to primates in captivity
Chimpanzee behaviour
Chimpanzee eating habits and dietary requirements
Environmental education
Sanctuary management
Sustainable tourism
Advanced First Aid Level 1

Location

The Chimpanzee Sanctuary is situated in a private wildlife reserve, close to the Kruger National Park, South Africa.

Accommodation and Meals

Your accommodation during the programme will be in a purpose built camp, which is fully equipped to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. The Boma is an outside area that serves as an entertainment area and an open-air restaurant. You will be provided with 3 meals a day.

Programme Overview

Duration & Prices:
2 weeks £649, 4 weeks £1149, 8 weeks £2149, 12 weeks £3149

How to book & pay:
Pay £195 deposit to book. Balance due 12 weeks prior to departure.

What is included
Airport transfer on arrival
Orientation
Accommodation
Meals
Support from coordinators
Chimpanzee Sanctuary course
24 hour support

What is not included?
All flights
Travel Insurance
Visas
Additional excursions

Programme Summary:
Spend time at a Chimpanzee Sanctuary, working alongside experienced handlers and experts in Chimpanzee behaviour.
Other South Africa volunteer work

Arrival dates: Volunteers must arrive into Nelspruit airport, via Johannesburg on the 1st Monday of each month.

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

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