Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary

Volunteering program in South Africa

This program offers a multifaceted volunteer experience. You’ll contribute to the rehabilitation program for sick and injured animals, providing care for a wide range of species brought to the sanctuary by the local community. The ultimate goal is to release these animals back into the wild, but for those unable to return, the sanctuary becomes their forever home.

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Project overview

Overview

  • Trip duration: 2 – 12 weeks
  • Minimum age: 17
  • Arrival days: Saturdays
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Not included in price

  • Flight tickets
  • Travel insurance
  • Any items of personal nature

Project information:

Introduction:

This project offers a hands-on experience unlike any other. Here, you’ll be a vital part of their extensive rehabilitation program, caring for a diverse range of rescued animals, most of whom are adorable babies! Your ultimate goal is to help these animals regain their health and, whenever possible, return to the wild.

A glimpse of what volunteer days might look like:
Animal care: 
  • Prepare food, feed the animals, and even assist with raising orphaned animals (depending on the season and their needs).
Habitat maintenance:
  • Keep enclosures clean, and in some cases, help with construction or renovation projects.
 Wildlife observation:
  • Contribute to the project by checking fences, collecting data, and observing animal behavior.
Project operations: 
  • Assist in the sanctuary’s restaurant, remove invasive plants, and help with general maintenance tasks.
Veterinary care: 
  • (For qualified volunteers) Lend a hand in the clinic.
Animal enrichment: 
  • Spend time socializing with the permanent animal residents.

Please note: You will need to work five days and get two free days per week (not guaranteed to be weekends)

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Accommodation:

Relax and recharge after a fulfilling day caring for animals! The project provides comfortable on-site accommodation for volunteers:

  • Shared Units: (Up to 8 People) Ideal for socializing with fellow volunteers.
  • Double and Single Rooms: Offering privacy when needed.
  • Shared Amenities: Hot showers and electricity for your convenience.
  • Living Room with TV: Unwind and connect with others in the evenings.
Meals:

Fuel up for your volunteer adventures with delicious meals provided by the project:

  • Self-Service Breakfast: Start your day with a selection of cereals, toast, fruits, tea, and coffee.
  • Prepared Lunches: Enjoy nourishing meals to keep you energized throughout the day.
  • Home-Cooked Dinners: Savor delicious homemade dinners, with the added bonus of summer braais (BBQs) to create lasting memories.
  • Vegetarian Options: The project caters to vegetarian diets. Please indicate your dietary needs on your application form.

How our booking process works:

We’re excited to help you plan your dream volunteering adventure! Fill out our quick and easy application form to get started. There’s no obligation to book, and you can exit the process at any time. Let’s create unforgettable memories together.

1. Complete application form and confirm booking details

Complete our simple application form. One of our dedicated travel experts will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your dream South African holiday and confirm your travel preferences. Once we’ve finalized the details, we’ll provide a provisional booking confirmation.

2. Provisional confirmation, invoice, and contract

Once your placement is provisionally confirmed, we’ll send you our invoice and contractual agreement. To secure your booking, please return the completed agreement and make the required deposit payment.

3. Booking confirmation

Upon receipt of your deposit payment and completed contractual agreement, we’ll send you an updated invoice (reflecting your deposit), a confirmation letter detailing your trip details, and a comprehensive volunteering handbook.

We’ll also provide guidelines for booking your flights and any necessary additional transportation during your stay.

4. Balance payment, flights, and insurance

The remaining balance of your invoice is due one month before your arrival. Please send us a copy of your flight details and insurance before you depart.

For added peace of mind, you’ll have access to Claim Victory’s support team WhatsApp number before your journey begins.

 

A group of happy volunteers taking part in the bird and wildlife rehabilitation volunteer program in South Africa.
Baby springbok at the bird and wildlife sanctuary volunteer program in South Africa
Example of the accommodation at the bird and wildlife rehabilitation volunteer program in South Africa
volunteer posing with a serval at the bird and wildlife rehabilitation program in South Africa
Volunteers getting ready to release the animals back into the wild at the bird and wildlife rehabilitation volunteer program in South Africa
Volunteers enjoying their free time at the bird and wildlife rehabilitation volunteering program in South Africa
Volunteer playing with a warthog at the bird and wildlife rehabilitation volunteering program in South Africa
Wild Zebra grazing at the bird and wildlife rehabilitation volunteering program in South Africa
Kudu grazing at the bird and wildlife program in South Africa
A volunteer busy feeding a baby springbok at the bird and wildlife rehabilitation volunteering program in South Africa
Outside area at the accommodation of the bird and wildlife program in South Africa
volunteers enjoying lunch at the bird and wildlife program in South Africa
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