South Africa Big 5 Wildlife and Community
From £849 Land Only (trip code: SABF) Minimum 2 weeks
From £849, 2 weeks, South Africa
Trip Highlights
- Get a behind the scenes look at life on a South African Game Reserve
- Volunteer with some amazing African Wildlife
- Get up close to majestic Elephants
- Be a conservation volunteer and help the land flourish
- Free time at weekends to explore the local area
- Close to South Africa’s famous Garden route
Trip Summary
See full itineraryWhat's included?
- Scheduled airport transfers on programme dates
- Accommodation on a shared basis
- Orientation on arrival
- All food (except during excursions)
- Full support from the in-country team
- 24 hour support number and contact
- Project t-shirt and cap
What's not included?
- All flights
- Personal travel insurance
- All items of a personal nature
- Visas
- Transportation that is not related to the project
- Optional excursions
- Out of hours
Get involved with this exciting wildlife conservation programme on a real Big 5 reserve in a stunning part of South Africa; near Port Elizabeth on the world famous Garden Route. As a South Africa wildlife volunteer, you'll be assisting in lots of different activities including game monitoring, game capture, as well as the possibility of caring for lions, elephants and even tigers in the sanctuary.*
In addition to this you'll also be playing your part in valuable conservation work to help remove and eliminate alien plant species from the area and replace them with indigenous species. The work is varied and you’ll be able to get involved in many different areas.
This programme provides a fantastic introduction to volunteering and life in South Africa!
* Please note that work with Lions and Tigers is not always guaranteed and will be at the discretion of our in-country team depending on the age and behaviour of the animals.
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What will I be doing?
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Volunteer Role (2 – 12 weeks)
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What should I expect? (2-12 weeks)
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Free time (2-12 weeks)
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See more of South Africa…. (2 weeks)
Volunteer Role: 2 – 12 weeks
Next LegDestination info
Diverse, exhilarating, spectacular, varied – South Africa is a wildlife volunteer destination to write home about. Never far from the news, it’s a vast, modern multicultural country, full of contradictions and full of interest. It offers so many opportunities for student travel that it’s difficult to summarise.
There’s the country itself – offering everything from lush subtropics to deserts, savannah to scrubland, bushveld to stunning coastlines. If your taste is for Africa’s big five, this is the one of the very best places on the continent to see them.
Then there are the people and what they’ve achieved. If your interest lies in modern politics, South Africa should definitely be on your travel shortlist. You’ll have the chance to live and volunteer in a country that has accomplished so much in the years since apartheid was dismantled – it’s unique in the world.
- Location: Near Port Elizabeth
First thing to say is that we’re dealing with wild animals on a big game reserve and they’re complete rubbish with deadlines and timetables. So it’s a bit difficult to be definite about when things are going to happen. But this is a rundown of what you can expect to see and to be doing. To get the best out of this brilliant hands-on experience, you have to be flexible and just go with the flow.
There are a large number of activities that you will be able to get involved in, the longer your stay at the programme the more you will be able to be involved in. Some of the main activities that you may be involved in during your time at the programme include:
Helping the land flourish
Of course, it’s important to look after the land if the animals are to thrive, so the project rehabilitates and develops the local environment. As a volunteer in South Africa, your involvement in this work will be welcomed. You’ll be helping with a whole range of maintenance activities including clearing bush, checking and repairing fences, rooting out alien species to preserve the natural balance, planting indigenous plant species, landscaping and all sorts of other essential jobs. You’ll learn a lot, in a practical way, about how animals and vegetation depend on each other in a natural eco-system.
Animal care
As a volunteer you’ll see between 15 and 20 lions in the sanctuary at any one time. If there are any cubs, you may have the opportunity to bottle feed and play with them – all depending on the time of year, their age and how their mum feels about it! The project rescues lions and releases them into game reserves when they’re ready. You can just imagine the huge feeling of satisfaction you’ll get if you’re lucky enough to be involved in that! In addition to the Lions, the sanctuary is also home to Tigers, if there are Tiger cubs there at the time of your visit then you may also be lucky enough to bottle feed and play with them too; this is also dependent on the age of the cubs along with other factors and is entirely at the discretion of the in-country team.
Elephants too
You’ll get up close and personal with these awesome animals. Feeding them, cleaning out their sleeping quarters, monitoring their behaviour, looking after their needs - all incredible experiences. Listen to what the guides have to say – they live day-in day-out with the elephants and know them as individuals very well. You’ll learn a lot about their behaviour which will help you understand what you’re seeing when you’re out on a game drive.
Destination info
Diverse, exhilarating, spectacular, varied – South Africa is a wildlife volunteer destination to write home about. Never far from the news, it’s a vast, modern multicultural country, full of contradictions and full of interest. It offers so many opportunities for student travel that it’s difficult to summarise.
There’s the country itself – offering everything from lush subtropics to deserts, savannah to scrubland, bushveld to stunning coastlines. If your taste is for Africa’s big five, this is the one of the very best places on the continent to see them.
Then there are the people and what they’ve achieved. If your interest lies in modern politics, South Africa should definitely be on your travel shortlist. You’ll have the chance to live and volunteer in a country that has accomplished so much in the years since apartheid was dismantled – it’s unique in the world.
- Location: Near Port Elizabeth
You’ll be volunteering in small groups with your own team leader throughout your placement and have the opportunity to be involved in a wide variety of different activities on the reserve. Due to the diversity of the activities available it may not be possible to be involved in every single activity available, particularly if you are staying for just a couple of weeks, The longer your stay the more you will be involved in and more you will be able to experience.
Destination info
Diverse, exhilarating, spectacular, varied – South Africa is a wildlife volunteer destination to write home about. Never far from the news, it’s a vast, modern multicultural country, full of contradictions and full of interest. It offers so many opportunities for student travel that it’s difficult to summarise.
There’s the country itself – offering everything from lush subtropics to deserts, savannah to scrubland, bushveld to stunning coastlines. If your taste is for Africa’s big five, this is the one of the very best places on the continent to see them.
Then there are the people and what they’ve achieved. If your interest lies in modern politics, South Africa should definitely be on your travel shortlist. You’ll have the chance to live and volunteer in a country that has accomplished so much in the years since apartheid was dismantled – it’s unique in the world.
- Location: Near Port Elizabeth
It’s not all work! You’re in South Africa, so there’s sightseeing to be done and lots of fun to be had! You will be just over 1 hour away from Port Elizabeth - a great place to let your hair down and relax. Your weekends are yours and your coordinator will be able to help you arrange activities and tours for you. There is plenty of great nightlife, cafes, bars, shopping, cinemas, beaches and much much more in Port Elizabeth to explore.
While there are many options for the weekend excursions, the final destination will be decided upon by the co-ordinators a few days before the excursion due to factors such as weather, local attractions, and other considerations. Port Elizabeth will however be the main destination for most weekend excursions.
See more of South Africa….: 2 weeks
Destination info
Diverse, exhilarating, spectacular, varied – South Africa is a wildlife volunteer destination to write home about. Never far from the news, it’s a vast, modern multicultural country, full of contradictions and full of interest. It offers so many opportunities for student travel that it’s difficult to summarise.
There’s the country itself – offering everything from lush subtropics to deserts, savannah to scrubland, bushveld to stunning coastlines. If your taste is for Africa’s big five, this is the one of the very best places on the continent to see them.
Then there are the people and what they’ve achieved. If your interest lies in modern politics, South Africa should definitely be on your travel shortlist. You’ll have the chance to live and volunteer in a country that has accomplished so much in the years since apartheid was dismantled – it’s unique in the world.
- Location: South Africa
Have you thought about extending your time in South Africa and seeing more of what this fascinating country has to offer? Why not tag on our fantastic South Africa Experience onto the end of your placement on the Big 5 Wildlife and Community Programme, it’s a fantastic 2 week adventure combining a week of volunteering on the reserve followed by a week travelling down the awesome Garden route, visiting some great sites along the way – all in all making your trip the ultimate adventure in South Africa.
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Additional Information & FAQs
Minimum age
Minimum 17 years with parental consent, maximum decided on potential participants health and fitness.
Accommodation
During the volunteer project at the reserve you will be housed in a volunteer lodge with shared, single sex, bedrooms and shared bathroom facilities. The lodge is fully furnished and has a tea/coffee station, lounge area, entertainment area with a television, satellite, table tennis, table football, pool table and sporting facilities such as tennis courts and a cricket field.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and dinner will be prepared for you. The food served varies from day to day but usually consists of meals such as pap, beans, curry, rice, vegetables and pasta dishes. Vegetarians can be catered for on request. Please note that the game reserve is an alcohol free environment.
Advice & Safety
Throughout your programmes you will have the support and guidance of the programme co-ordinator and team. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay.
You will be assigned a personal travel advisor who will co-ordinate your programme with you. Feel free to contact them at any time before you go, or when you are on your travels.
In addition, you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you can contact one of our staff at any time should you need to.
FAQ
1. What are the typical group sizes?
Groups sizes vary depending on the time of year, but generally you can expect to be with between 10 and 30 fellow travellers.
2. How much spending money would you recommend I take?
If you are on a tight budget you can get away with £80 per week. If you want to do some travelling in your free time then you will need a bit more.
3. What are the average ages of travelers on this trip?
The majority of participants on this program are aged between 18-30, however it is popular with travelers of all ages.
4. I am a first time traveler, and a bit apprehensive about travelling on my own. Do many people do this by themselves?
The majority of our participants are solo travelers, so you will be one of many in the same position. We e-mail out a buddy list 2-3 weeks before you start, so you can begin to get to know one another beforehand.
5. Is South Africa safe?
Absolutely, and you have co-ordinators with you at all times to ensure your safety.
What other travellers thought
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Write reviewRuth Burgess, 4th Sep 2011 - 2nd Oct 2011
Lion tracking and game drives. Getting to use a machete to chop down trees, although my hand is still recovering! Night games drives and elephant riding.
Jane Price, 31st Jul 2011 - 21st Aug 2011
Really enjoyed the work aspect to the trip - sounds odd but my group got really into digging holes and repairing roads! Seeing the animals in the game reserve was amazing - we tracked the male lion most of one afternoon and followed him visually through the reserve! Visiting the elephant sanctuary was fantastic too! Seeing them up close in the reserve and being able to touch them.
Take decent work gloves - trust me they will be needed! It is very cold in August in the mornings and particularly the evenings so take lots of warm clothes - will get hotter in the middle of the day so take shorts and t-shirts too! Buy decent shoes/boots - they will get very dirty and well used but without them your feet will really suffer!
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Jessica Shields, 31st Jul 2011 - 13th Aug 2011
Working with the animals. Planting trees, fixing flood damaged roads, really feeling like I was doing something worthwhile! Listening to the experienced Rangers and actually learning! Visiting a school and playing with the children. Meeting some incredible people!
Victoria Fiste, 31st Jul 2011 - 14th Aug 2011
Lion tracking, volunteering at the school, interacting with the cubs, meeting great people from all over the world.
Helen Ansell, 17th Jul 2011 - 7th Aug 2011
Being able to get really involved in a project that is clearly so important to the conservation and preservation of endangered animals is very satisfying. You really feel you've worked on something worthwhile. And getting to ride elephants and play with baby tigers is something of a treat!
1. Take warm clothes for travelling to Africa during our summer because it is their winter and it can be pretty cold! We had to go out and buy extra fleeces and hats at the weekend. 2. Get involved with EVERYTHING offered to you, because time flies and you want to make sure you do as much as possible 3. Enjoy yourself; there's something very rewarding about being part of the work Kwantu are doing, so just get involved and have a great time :)
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Lara Adamson, 10th Jul 2011 - 31st Jul 2011
Be able to play with the baby lion & tiger. Also tree chopping & visiting the local school.
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Christian Way, 3rd Jul 2011 - 17th Jul 2011
the animals the sights the amazing volunteers ive also met
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Julia Hall, 5th Jun 2011 - 3rd Jul 2011
Game Capture, Chopping down trees, Incredible people, Elephant walks, Wilderness, Riding elephants, Great organisation, Port Elizabeth, Playing with tigers, Clearing areas, Rescuing animals, Fixing sites, the list could go on and on! It was an all round amazing experience!
Make sure you have warm clothes and shoes, if you are going in an African winter, it is still cold! Have a good first aid kit! Make sure that you physically throw yourself into everything they offer, it will be far more fun and you will come out with a far greater experience!
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Chloe Best, 17th Apr 2011 - 30th Apr 2011
Playing with the tiger cubs and doing game capture!
Bring enough warm clothes especially in winter months. Bring nice clothes for the weekends. Be prepared to do any work in any kind of weather as it is all worth it in the end!
Wonderful worthwhile experience, made new friends, had tonnes of fun!
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Priyanka Basnyat, 17th Apr 2011 - 1st May 2011
The friends that I made and playing with the tiger cubs. I also enjoyed game capture as it was more hands on than I expected
Read all the information given and phone to ask for any gray areas. Have an open minded approach and make sure you have a lot of memory on your camera!
Amazing working hands on with the animals and made some unforgettable memories.
Hannah Fermor, 3rd Apr 2011 - 24th Apr 2011
Game Capture and playing and interacting with the Tiger Cubs.
Always pack a RainCoat and take with you everyday. As the weather is so hit and miss.
Absoutley Amazing!!!! Everyday is different. Staff so happy and very helpfull.
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Shona Platton, 7th Mar 2011 - 3rd Apr 2011
loved meeting so many new people and getting to see all the wild animals
Give full detail what clothes are needed inform people that meals and drinks are not included at weekends
socialising, exciteing, great experiance, friendly, comfortable, fun times, busy, dirty, worthwhile. no regrets
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Donna Scribner, 17th Jan 2011 - 31st Jan 2011
Kwantu. The staff was great. The animals were amazing. Riding an elephant for the first time was incredible.
Bring a towel to shower with Bring a great zoomed SLD camera with video - and lots of memory cards or a way to transfer your photo's Journal, journal, journal. Even though you will never forgot your journey, it is so wonderful to read about it later.
It made me realize what living "in the moment" is truling like. I made sure I enjoyed every second of my trip and I did indeed. fun breathtaking views hard work heart pumping educational first time for most things great food weekend party's
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Chloe Walford, 17th Jan 2011 - 14th Feb 2011
The animals were definitely one of the main highlights of the trip - to be woken up by vervet monkeys on the roof and kept awake by the wild lions roaring at night is a pretty amazing experience! Everyone at the reserve was great, from the rangers who seemed to know absolutely everything about the wildlife to the other volunteers you go with. Living on the reserve was a total lifestyle change and the opportunity to handle wild animals and trek through the wilderness is something no one should miss out on.
Definitely get to know the country/area you're going to well before you leave - I felt like I hadn't packed enough of what I needed clothes-wise in South Africa, which could have easily been avoided if I had done more research. Secondly, staying healthy wherever you go is vital - making sure you're drinking enough bottled water, avoiding food which could be potentially harmful and keeping covered in the sun - sunburn and dehydration are so easy to get! Lastly, I would say take advantage of every opportunity you get wherever you are. You're not often going to get the chance to do the amazing activities or see the sites again any time soon, so don't miss out - get stuck in or you'll regret it when you get back home!
Different lifestyle, different people, different experiences - absolutely amazing.
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Victoria Clarke, 15th Nov 2010 - 29th Nov 2010
* Preditor interaction - playing with lion and tiger cubs * Elephant ride * Building structures and planting trees knowing they will still be there in years to come * Learning a lot about the animals
* Take warm clothes as on a game drive it can be quite windy and feel cold and a waterproof coat came in handy as well!! * Take plenty of toiletries and everything you need as you stay on the reserve all week. There is a small shop that sells a few basic things but not much. * Work gloves / gardening gloves were useful as you do plenty of planting, digging and chopping down trees.
Really enjoyable, fab activities, beautiful creatures, friendly people, luxuary setting
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Caroline Hughes, 15th Nov 2010 - 29th Nov 2010
Being with a group of amazing people that all came for the same reason and being able to enjoy it all with them. Plus having the chance to look after and cuddle baby tigers and lions
Make sure you get stuck in and socailise with everyone Pack for every type of weather no matter what time of year it is Don't be afraid to go on your own with no friends it's the best way
Best thing I have ever done in my life!
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Esther Kilgallon, 1st Nov 2010 - 29th Nov 2010
The overall experience was amazing. I would love to return to do something like this again and it was all worth it. Also knowing that you were doing something to help made it more the better!
Be open minded about everything. Be adventurous and bring gloves!
Couldnt say it better myself! "Great experience, made new friends, totally unforgettable!"
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Nikki Breakspear, 17th Oct 2010 - 15th Nov 2010
Playing and looking after lion and tiger cubs
1. Bring gardening/working gloves - you will need them 2. Bring warm clothes as it tends to get a bit cold at nights 3. Emjoy every minute of it because what you are doing is amazing
Love every minute of it, Met great people, amazing experience!
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Joel Harrison, 3rd Oct 2010 - 17th Oct 2010
Everything was amazing! Can't fault it, loved africa, loved the reserve, loved the programme, being up close and touching Lion and Tiger cubs, riding Elephants, learning about the different species of animals and plants/vegetation,
Know what you want to achieve, be prepared to have fun, and just enjoy the experience
Amazing experience, great people, loved every minute, unforgettable!
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Gemma Pyke, 3rd Oct 2010 - 1st Nov 2010
The trip was amazing, even chopping trees, digging holes, and going game drives, game count and playing with the cubs, best thing i have ever done
bring good pair of walking boots, gloves and trousers/tops as can get cold
amazing experience that will remember always, everyone was really nice
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Sarah Lambert, 3rd Oct 2010 - 24th Oct 2010
playing with the tiger and lion cubs was amazing, something i never thought i would do. riding the elephants was brilliant and seeing all the animals in their natural habitat out on the reserve was great.
put everything into it, as its more rewarding that way. be outgoing and try everything. check for ticks!!!
an amazing, unforgettable trip, surrounded by great people and animals.
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Roisin Coyle, 19th Sep 2010 - 3rd Oct 2010
It was just an amazing experience. Everything we did was really good, even chopping down big trees in the heat. It made me feel like i did something worthwhile =)
Dont be shy. Make the most of your time. And always think that it is a once in a lifetime experience and not everyone can do what you are doing =)
Amazing experience, met some of the nicest people, didnt want to come home!
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Richard Heydon, 5th Sep 2010 - 26th Sep 2010
the whole trip was a highlight i had the most amazing time learning all the different animals, playing with the cubs and the wilderness walk was amazing!!!
be prepaired to do work ask plenty of questions to do with the animals have lots of fun
unbelievable unforgettable amazing out of this world made great friends learnt new life experiences learnt a lot about the animals
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Ricky Edmonds, 18th Jul 2010 - 15th Aug 2010
-Meeting interesting people. -Seeing the animals. -Exploring in the weekends away from the project. -Getting to grips with a continent I hadn't before visited.
1)Research the location of the project. 2)Bring a topup cash card just in case you run out. 3)Dont feel confined by the project - think about travelling in the respective country after the finishing date or moving onto another project nearby.
Great for independence, great people, useful to add to CV.
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Ruby Box, 18th Jul 2010 - 15th Aug 2010
Everything was a highlight. The game drives were incredible. Game capture (throwing yourself at a wildebeast). Building wildlife structures was fun! Playing with the lion and tiger cubs! Watching the lions being fed! Riding an elephant! Going to the local school! The amazing people I met, especially the co-ordinators (who were the most lovely people I have ever met!).
1. Wear long trousers to ensure that you don't get ticks, or spider bites! 2. Get stuck into everything- it's a learning experience not a sunbathing holiday! 3. Wear a thick jumper and trousers when you go into the tiger cub enclosure!
10 words wouldn't sum up this experience. The best experience of my life!
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Nikki Luxford, 4th Jul 2010 - 18th Jul 2010
The highlight was the project - and the people we were volunteering alongside and the co-ordinators! Everyone was welcoming, full of knowledge and made my 2 week experience an incredible one, and one that I will never forget. Although we had days with not so good food due to the in-house chef being away, it didn't spoil the trip as you were having too much fun! As well, the project really allows you to look at yourself as a person and gives you a real prospective on life!
Make the most out of every opportunity - you have to, nobody else will! Even if you are not up for the activity - give it a go - you'll gain more respect than if you just stand and moan! Take plenty of decent working gloves - we needed them!
Incredible, fantastic. Amazing people now friends for life! Life-changing adventure!
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Danielle Buss, 4th Jul 2010 - 18th Jul 2010
Playing with the lion and tiger cubs and going to the near by school to feed the kids and play with the young children.
Insect repellent Always check for tick bites Bring Long Sleeved Tops (in Winter)
Amazing, Fantastic, met so many nice people, great food, awesome place, new friends for life, animal palace, loved it
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Caroline Drake, 4th Jul 2010 - 1st Aug 2010
Bottle feeding a tiger cub, playing with the lion and tiger cubs most days and watching as they developed. Being able to help with the project work, especially the game counts and game captures. Interacting with elephants and riding them.
If going during South African winter, it does get as cold as English winter! Take layers as it can warm up after 9.30 but still not be just t-shirt weather.
Cutest cubs, amazing food, interesting project work, making friends, great weekend excersions, knowledgeable co-ordinators, friendly staff, awesome game drives, comfortable accommodation, relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
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Thomas Aughton, 4th Jul 2010 - 1st Aug 2010
The main highlight was the other volunteers that I met, they were great and I made loads of new friends. The animals we worked with were obviously a major highlight. However, I really enjoyed doing the hands-on, physical work (despite not really being a hands-on sort of person)
1- Be willing to get your hands dirty. Usually the harder the work was, the more fun we had doing it. 2- Don't be afraid to ask the co-ordinates questions about the reserve, the animals, the plants, etc., even if your question seems really stupid (those are the ones with the best answers). 3- WATCH OUT FOR SPIDERS!!!!!
F A N T A S T I C !
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Melissa Crewe, 13th Jun 2010 - 4th Jul 2010
Interaction with the lions, tiger cubs and elephants. Removal of alien vegetation (ie using a machete to chop down huge trees). Game drives and walks through the elephant sanctury and wilderness. The on site co-ordinators, especially Henny. Trip to Addo National park on my first weekend with Criss Cross Adventures (Chris Pickels and Terri Wolhuter).
Watch out for ticks. Bring a scarf in winter. Don't worry about getting dirty and wearing the same pair of trousers for weeks, everyone does it.
Had a fantastic time, the people were awesome, would love to go back.
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John Le Brun, 6th Jun 2010 - 4th Jul 2010
There are far too many highlights from a month at Kwantu to write here so I will try and summarise a couple! One of the projects we worked on was stable building. It was very rewarding to see the horses using the stable for food etc. It gives you a real buzz! Not only that but you know that your hard work as contributed! Another highlight was the predator interaction which was done almost on a day to day basis. Amazing feeling when you get to touch and play with the lion and tigers! Something I will never forget! Thank you Kwantu What ever projects are on the go at Kwantu you are always involved some involve more work that others but its rewarding. The game drives and amazing sites are awesome and everyone is really friendly.
Don't worry about travelling alone! You meet people at every turn on your trip who are friendly and in the same boat! Forward planning will certainly pay off once you get started Enjoy it!
Extraordinary place, extraordinary staff, extraordinary friends, extraordinary animals, extraordinary memories!!!
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Ella Cox, 30th May 2010 - 20th Jun 2010
Watching a lioness kill a warthog, playing with the lion cubs, sitting around the tv watching world cup games and chatting with the other volunteers... there are too many to list!
Bring warm clothing to South Africa during the winter - it gets ridiculously cold. Try and do some travelling around the country after you have volunteered. Make the most of every moment!
Amazing place, amazing people, amazing experience! Worth every penny....
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Tracy Micklewright, 2nd Apr 2010 - 16th Apr 2010
Experiencing the wildlife and culture of another country, especially working with the lion cubs. The people I met working at the project and other voulneers who were great company.
Be prepared for the weather. Take a decent pair of walking shoes. Take a good book.
Fantastic experience, lucky enough to share with some fabulous people.
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Simon Wigzell, 1st Mar 2010 - 15th Mar 2010
This trip was absolutely amazing! This was my first time to South Africa and I loved it so much I ended up extending my trip! Bottle feeding the cubs, getting up close with the Lions and Tigers, Game capture and tree falling were all part of my highlights. The reserve treated you like family and all the volunteers got on exceptionally well. I would definitely go again...without any hesitation.
1. This is a conservation project so expect to get your hands dirty! 2. Definitely take a pair of gloves with you - or you'll end up with a fair amount of blisters! 3. Dont pack too much stuff - washing is really cheap.
Absolutely Amazing - best experience ever and met some fantastic people.
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