2023 at Hyena Conservation Assistant
Hyena Conservation Assistant
Highlights
- Embark on captivating bush walks to uncover fascinating tracks and scat, immersing yourself in the wonders of nature
- Gain valuable insights into Human-Hyena-Conflict and its impact on hyena conservation, deepening your understanding of this vital issue
- Contribute to front-facing research, actively participating in finding resolutions to Human-Wildlife-Conflict for a more harmonious coexistence
- Enjoy a tranquil retreat by Tanzania's 3rd largest lake, conveniently located near the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife
- Embark on captivating bush walks to uncover fascinating tracks and scat, immersing yourself in the wonders of nature
- Gain valuable insights into Human-Hyena-Conflict and its impact on hyena conservation, deepening your understanding of this vital issue
- Contribute to front-facing research, actively participating in finding resolutions to Human-Wildlife-Conflict for a more harmonious coexistence
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About the program
Field work consists of trekking, camera trapping, clan monitoring, Photo-ID, determination of home ranges using ArcGIS, household interviews and education & awareness.
Typical day
We start our work relatively early in the morning:
- Trekking and camera trapping
- walking transects and marking tracks with the help of GPS
- collecting faecal samples
- analyze images and identify individuals using our ID catalog
- work on social media posts for Facebook, Instagram, etc.
- one ...
Free-time activities
We have all the big national parks around the corner, because we look at the mountains of Ngorongoro from our camp.
National Parks and stunning nature near by:
- Serengeti,
- Ngorongoro Crater,
- Tarangire National Park
- Manyara National Park
- Lake Natron
- hiking
- boat trips
- visiting hotsprings
- visit
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
You can join us any time of the year!
The nearest international airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport. There is another smaller airport in Arusha, if you prefer this one.
Pickup & drop off is possible at any time. Mostly 1 overnight stay in Arusha is necessary, depending on arrival and departure time.
Program fees
Meet your organization
United Tansania e.V.
Non-profit - founded in 2020
Verified by Volunteer World
Coordinated by
Judith
About the project
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