Endangered Species Conservation & Research

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2 - 12 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+

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Højdepunkter

  • Leave a long lasting impact – Each project has long term goals and objectives, you’ll be contributing to South Africa scientific and conservation work, protecting nature.
  • Discover South Africa – Living on a wildlife reserve is filled with incredible sights, sounds and experiences. Make incredible memories as a team of passionate wildlife fanatics.
  • Learn from the experts – You’ll work under the wing of people who eat, sleep and dream wildlife. Gain firsthand knowledge and practical experience from those who know it best.

Højdepunkter

  • Leave a long lasting impact – Each project has long term goals and objectives, you’ll be contributing to South Africa scientific and conservation work, protecting nature.
  • Discover South Africa – Living on a wildlife reserve is filled with incredible sights, sounds and experiences. Make incredible memories as a team of passionate wildlife fanatics.
  • Learn from the experts – You’ll work under the wing of people who eat, sleep and dream wildlife. Gain firsthand knowledge and practical experience from those who know it best.
  • Transferable skills – The skills you’ll gain as you complete your conservation projects are world class. Take these skills with you into your conservation career and studies.
  • Get up close and personal – Meet Africa’s iconic and enigmatic wildlife via safari viewer and on foot. A once in a life experience as you health check lions or meet bull elephants.


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    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    Grupper
    50+

    Om programmet

    Join us in South Africa Work on ecological managment and wildlife research projects. Protect endangered species as you live and work on a 35,000-hectare reserve!

    Focused on conservation, sustainable development and wildlife research.


    You'll play a key role in a diverse assortment of wildlife and conservation focused projects including:

    Wildlife research and monitoring
    You'll track and monitor wildlife using radio collar antenna. Lions, Cheetah, Elephant and ...

    Om programmet

    Focused on conservation, sustainable development and wildlife research.


    You'll play a key role in a diverse assortment of wildlife and conservation focused projects including:

    Wildlife research and monitoring
    You'll track and monitor wildlife using radio collar antenna. Lions, Cheetah, Elephant and Buffalo are all monitored as part of reintroduction projects, predator mortality, to understand animal behaviour as part of ongoing research or even for emergency veterinary interventions!

    Emergency vet work and callouts
    From rhinos fighting with each other needing emergency veterinary care to capturing reserve cheetah for relocation. You'll take part in all of it. We can't foresee the future exactly and which animals will need help but we can foresee you'll get up close with iconic African animals!

    Camera trap surveys
    Camera traps are valuable tool for any ecologist or animal behaviourist. You'll learn how to select sites for camera trap placement base on your understanding of the animals behaviour deploying and collecting the equipment routinely. These surveys are as part of long term research project on the reserve looking at animals like the endangered black rhino or leopard... that is if the reserve elephants don't remove the camera traps first!

    Vegetation surveys
    What the most important part of animal ecosystem? Plants! Without healthy and biodiverse plants for herbivores to eat, the ecosystem would collapse. Although these might not be the most exciting, you'll quickly learn and understand this secret side of ecological management and help ensure the ecosystems health.

    Predator mortality monitoring

    The reserve is home to predators including: Lions, Leopard, Hyena, Cheetah and more!

    Monitor their behaviour, what their eating, when and where. Record this data as part of ongoing research and ecological management. You'll also get up close and personal with these animals for some incredible sightings.

    Population surveys
    Ensuring animals are healthy and populations in good numbers is key to maintaining ecosystem health. With regular ecological surveys, you'll record valuable data on behaviour, health and breeding status with the reserve's populations. Help and learn as you play a key role in real ecological work.

    Rhino monitoring
    The reserve is a stronghold for white and black rhino. You'll conducted regular surveys and monitoring. Using ID kits, you'll get to know the rhino intimately as you record and ensure their health.

    Big game feeding

    During periods of drought, you'll assist with feeding key and protect animals on the reserve such as older rhino who need a bit of extra support or the recently introduced buffalo.



    Typisk dag

    At the base of a valley on an open savannah you’ll find your bush camp. By day you’ll be visited by the reserves rhino, wildebeest and other plains animals and at night you’ll hear the call of hyena and jackal as they patrol just outside the fence.

    From camp, you’ll take part in your daily ...

    Typisk dag

    At the base of a valley on an open savannah you’ll find your bush camp. By day you’ll be visited by the reserves rhino, wildebeest and other plains animals and at night you’ll hear the call of hyena and jackal as they patrol just outside the fence.

    From camp, you’ll take part in your daily conservation work.

    Work hours

    Full time Monday to Saturday, with Sundays off for rest or for a chance to take part in optional activities in the area or days out.

    You’ll start most days between 7 – 8am. Ensuring you beat the heat of and are up when the animals are most active, the morning. Due to the reserves size, you’ll bring lunch with you to eat in the bush.

    Each day your biomonitoring-officers and ecologists will brief you with the details of each conservation project. You’ll understand the goals, methodologies and history of the projects and as a team, begin capturing data, observing and recording animal behaviour or assisting during animal interventions, feeding or vet work and how you will be contributing.

    By the end of your placement you’ll have a deep familiarity of cutting edge wildlife research and ecological management in South Africa!


    Fritidsaktiviteter

    You'll be getting hot, sweaty and dirty during the week with conservation projects.


    During weekends or any off-time, as a group you'll be able to decide which of the nearby activities you'll like to take part in. From exploring national parks and the breathtaking landscapes that makeup South Africa ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    You'll be getting hot, sweaty and dirty during the week with conservation projects.


    During weekends or any off-time, as a group you'll be able to decide which of the nearby activities you'll like to take part in. From exploring national parks and the breathtaking landscapes that makeup South Africa to visiting near by animal or wildlife centers, rural communities or heading into town to do a bit of souvenir shopping.


    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

    Sprogfærdigheder

    Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (intermediate level)

    Uddannelseskrav

    environment, ecology, zoology, geography, science, biology, research, analytics, zoology på University niveau

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Andre færdigheder

    Don't panic! Although a background in ecologic, conservation or animal behaviour is advantageous, you'll receive full training with each of our projects.

    Tidsforpligtelse

    Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag fra 07:30 - 15:30

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester af Hamba Africa

    We have taken care of all the details so you can focus on the adventure of a lifetime!

    The placement includes:

    • Airport transfers to and from the reserve
    • Accommodation during your stay
    • Transportation and guides for all confirmed excursions and group activities
    • Food and drink (excluding any personal extras)
    • Entry for any visits to external sites
    • All itinerary/activity equipment is provided
    • Wi-fi access
    • Conservation projects and activities
    • Meet and greet event in the UK
    • Fellow volunteer contact list, to be sent out prior to departure
    • 24-hour emergency onsite support
    • 100% financial security with your booking

    Afhentning i lufthavnen i O.R. Tambo International Airport

    Starting point
    OR Tambo International Airport

    We'll collect you from the airport. The drive to camp is approximately 3 - 4 hours, on the route you'll have a chance to pick up any last minute supplies or toiletries you need from the shop. Ahead of joinining us, we'll arrange multiple calls with all volunteers to ensure they are confident with their travel plans and if you need any support making arrangments such as visa's or travel insurance.

    Ending point
    You'll be taken back to OR Tambo International Airport. For anyone staying in South Africa, we're happy to help arrange custom transportation or an alternative drop of location.

    Indkvartering

    You'll be staying in glamping-style tents.
    • Furnished with beds, storage space for clothing, fans during the summer and electrical sockets to charge phones, cameras, and laptops.
    • These tents make for an immersive experience, fall asleep with the sound of hyena and lions calling just meters away from outside the camp fence. These tents are same-sex and you'll share these with your team mates during busy periods or if you come in quieter times of the year, you'll have a tent all to yourself. For those traveling as a group or as a couple, you're able to request to bunk and stay with any travel companion.
    The camp
    You will stay in a remote bush camp, secluded at the heart of the reserve and the African bush. There, you'll live and work alongside your fellow volunteers, biomonitoring-officers and guides.

    There is a communal area, where your guides will work with you each day to help plan which conservation activities you'll participate in, and when. Furnished with plenty of hangout spots and relaxation areas, you'll be able to relax and socialize together in your downtime. 

    Mad og drikkevarer

    All food and drink is included. The communal kitchen is where you'll take turns cooking meals, when the guides aren't treating you to a traditional BBQ (or braai, as it is locally known). These are common social occurrence and take place outside.

    We typically arange cooking duties in teams of twos or three. For those not confident in cooking, Your team leaders will be able to offer extra support.

    During weekends or trips into town, you're able to pick up any extra's you can't do without. Major international brands are available in the nearest town so you can pick up things like snacks and drinks.

    Internetadgang

    God adgang til projektområdet

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) i Johannesburg. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Sydafrika. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

    Rejseforsikring

    At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Sydafrika giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vacciner

    Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Sydafrika, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Sydafrika. VACCINE CHECKER

    Oplysninger ved ankomst

    Our placements run regularly throughout the year.

    Typically, you'll arrive and depart on the weekend but some flexibility around when works best for you to start.

    Meeting point
    We meet all volunteers at O.R Tambo International Airport, South Africa.
    There, we'll pick you up and transfer you to the reserve, a 3 - 4 hour drive. On route you'll have time to stop of at the shops for any last minute supplies like snacks or drinks.

    Departure point
    You'll be taken back to O.R Tambo airport at the end of your placement. 

    Tilgængelighed
    Jan. Febr. Marts April Maj Jun Jul Aug. Sept. Okt. Nov. Dec.

    Programgebyrer

    2 uger (min. ophold) 1.488€
    3 uger 2.093€
    4 uger 2.459€
    5 uger 2.824€
    6 uger 3.190€
    12 uger (max. ophold) 6.771€
    Gennemsnitligt gebyr 653€/uge

    Programgebyrer

    653€ pr. uge 2 - 12 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

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    Duration

    2 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

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    Final Payment

    Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med Hamba Africa under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.


    Mød din vært

    Hamba Africa

    Excellent 4.8 rating (34 feltrapporter)

    Agentur - grundlagt i 2019

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    Vært er

    Harry

    Om projektet

    Hamba Africa provides conservation-focused programs and projects across South Africa. Each with unique goals allowing you to travel ethically while protecting nature!

    Mød din vært

    Hamba Africa is owned and run by safari guides and conservationists. We work with organisations across South Africa that share our commitment to real-world conservation, wildlife research and sustainable development.

    We invest in you
    We also work with universities based in the United Kingdom and the world to help structure and ensure our placements are an opportunity for those joining us to "gain while you give". Our work aligns with these educational institutions as well as internationally accredited professional bodies or best practices. We provide structured internships, courses, traineeship positions and accredited qualifications.

    Meaning while you're giving back, getting hot and sweaty with our work, you're developing skills and tangible experience to act as a career-boosting opportunity.

    Travel on the frontline of conservation
    Our business owner has spent over a decade working in conservation internationally, from researching and living with elephants, cave diving in the Mediterranean, reintroduction projects in the UK or black mamba handling in Southern Africa... Rightly or wrongly, he thinks immersing yourself in wildlife as you protect it provides the most authentic and personable travel experience possible.

    Who should join us?
    Our only requirement is you are passionate about wildlife, conservation and community development!

    We're happy to receive a lot of support from university students who join as part of a study abroad placement or as a way to support their academic studies and career employability, taking advantage of the skills and experience they gain from our projects.... Hamba Africa even works with some universities to allow their students to get their placements funded!

    We also receive a lot of support from adventure travellers, those on a gap year or ethical individuals looking for a unique experience

    We look forward to welcoming you!

    34 feltrapporter · rating4.8

    I recently had the privilege of volunteering with Hamba Africa in South Africa, and I can honestly say it was an experience of a lifetime. From the moment I arrived, I was immersed in a world of stunning landscapes, incredible wildlife, and meaningful conservation efforts that left a lasting impact ...
    The most surreal 3 weeks of my life. Witnessing these magnicifent animals freely roaming in their natural habitat is truly special. Every day providing different unique sightings and experiences you will never forget. Seeing the Hippos in their natural habitat was always special for me, however for ...
    This was my second trip out with Hamba and once again, what an amazing experience. I arrived at the start of July and left at the end of August and was so lucky to be able to join a lot of interventions treating Rhinos, Lions and an Elephant We had sunrise drives in minus temperatures, very ...
    I loved all of the staffs passion for what they did. Everyday was different and you never knew what you may see furthermore the research we are partaking in is very helpful to the reserve and therefore you feel helpful. I was very fortunate to get a brilliant a leopard sighting it was just beautiful ...
    Pol Boada Martínez rating4.8

    2024 at Endangered Species Conservation & Research

    The only regret I have is not having done it before. Not only you get to see spectacular wildlife everyday, but also meet good people and learn a lot from them. Thank you Hamba Africa for making this experience ...
    David Mason-Williams rating4.6

    2024 at Endangered Species Conservation & Research

    I spent six weeks volunteering and they were some of the best of my life! This was my sixth Africa trip and just like the others, it delivered on all fronts! From the beginning I was involved in every aspect of their Biomonitoring work. This included Plains Monitoring, Game Transects, Vegetation ...

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