An initial two-day ecological and conservation management orientation incorporating fire management orientation, routine and adaptive ecological monitoring and sampling programs, intervention projects as well as social conservation programs
This project funds all ecological monitoring and sampling programs and conservation projects You participate in all conservation monitoring and conservation projects.
You benefit from real-life, educational and intense safari experiences while making a meaningful contribution to conservation. This is a fun and adventurous experience all in one.
To join this project you will need to be in good physical condition and aged 18 years or older by the time you arrive. Good social skills are an advantage and a willingness to help where needed is vital as you will be part of a small team of staff and volunteers. Personal characteristics like commitment, flexibility and the ability to use your initiative will also be key. To ensure effective communication between all team members, a good understanding of the English language is also required.
| Arrival Day | Saturday or earlier |
| Duration | You can volunteer with this project for 1 week or more (includes first night at an airport hotel) |
| Fly home | Saturday or later |
| Age limit | You must be aged 18 years or older when you arrive. |
| Arrival Airport | Johannesburg JNB |
| Availability | Available dates for each duration are shown on the top-right of this page with the option to select from several currencies. |
| Join Project | on the Monday |
| Main Activities | Ecology,Conservation and Fire management |
| Volunteering Hours | From 6am - 5pm daily |
| Pre-arrival Support | Our experienced team is on hand to ensure you are fully prepared for your trip to South Africa |
| Transport | Return transfers between Johannesburg and the Kruger Eco Conservation Project are provided |
| Accommodation | For your first night (Saturday night) you will have a private room at an airport hotel with breakfast included |
| Food | All meals are included during your stay at the project |
| In-country support | Being based in South Africa means that we can give you real support during your stay. |
| Certificate | On completion of your placement we will send you a special thank you to accompany your CV or resume. |
| Branded Wear | T-shirt,cap,shirt and jacket |
| Visas | Citizens from most countries can arrive in South Africa and stay for up to 90 days without a Visa. Refer to our FAQ section for more details if you are unsure. |
| Flights | Please ask us if you need any recommendations for keeping your flight costs to a minimum. |
You can expect to be busy from 06:00 to 17:00 daily.
Your daily routine is participating in all camp duties which includes but not limited to ecological monitoring and sampling programs and conservation projects, including housekeeping and catering.
Some nights might be spent in a remote fly-camp.
Scheduled times as listed below but can vary
• 06:00 (06:30) Camp duties
• 06:30 (07:00) Breakfast
• 07:00 (07:30) Program
• 10:00 Tea break
• 12:00 (13:30)Lunch break
• 14:00 Program
• 17:00 Relaxation
• 19:00 Dinner
At the Kruger Eco Conservation Project:
ACCOMMODATION UNITS (6 Beds)
• Safari tents / Huts
• Shares HIS and HER bathrooms.
ENTERTAINMENT AREAS A central entertainment area comprises:
• Open-air dinner boma
• Splash pool & Bar
• Dinning Lapa
• Lecture Lapa
• Kitchen
Meals • Cereal Breakfast. • Lunch • Dinner.
• We do not encourage the storage of food items in the accommodation units.
All lights and appliances are to be switched off when leaving your accommodation units
Always keep tent flaps and doors closed
ACTIVITIES Activities are conducted in accordance with the Training Programs.
Pre-Project accommodation (For your Saturday night arrival in Johannesburg):
You can look forward to a private room at the airport's Hotel to relax and recover from your flight.
The Kruger Eco Conservation Project is located near Balule in the Kruger National Park.
Your arrival airport is Johannesburg (JNB)