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Volunteer in South Africa - Tiger and Lion Park

Volunteer opportunity

Volunteer opportunity posted by: GoEco - Volunteer Abroad

Posted on: January 30, 2013

Volunteer Opportunity description

Volunteer with rare species of tigers and lions in this beautiful region of Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

Learn about conservation of large cats and have a great time with an international team of up to 20 volunteers. Located just 20 minutes away from Port Elizabeth, this volunteer project gives a great opportunity to not only intimately work and interact with these majestic animals but also to explore and travel throughout the region.

Volunteer in South Africa with Lions and Tigers

Volunteer work and contribution:

Most work that is done by volunteers revolves around one-on-one care of tiger and lion cubs. This can include but is not limited to:

  • Food preparation and feedings of lion and tiger cubs
  • Taking cubs for walks around the reserve
  • Maintaining enclosures
  • Data collection on the cubs and adult cats
  • Environmental education for tourist and school groups
  • Rehabilitation programs for orphaned or injured animals from the wild
  • Helping out in the park restaurant during a busy period or event

Volunteering with Lions and Tigers in Africa

What's included in this project:

  • Accommodation: Includes housing in wooden cabins
  • Food: 3 meals a day
  • Airport Pickup: From the Port Elizabeth Airport
  • Orientation kit: Full project details will be sent following registration
  • Training: Pre-departure preparation and In-country orientation
  • Support: Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

Check Jennifer's blog post on the GoEco Volunteer Blog about working at this project in South Africa! Here's an excerpt from her story:

"Volunteering in South Africa at the Tiger and Lion Park was the most rewarding experience of my life. It was amazing to interact with the beautiful animals on a day to day basis and get to know their individual personalities and observe their behavior with one another." - Jennifer

Check out this amazing video on YouTube of Shimon and the lions!

Volunteer in South Africa with Lions and Tigers

Get involved and begin the journey of your lifetime!

How to apply

For more information and to apply, visit our South Africa - Tiger and Lion Park site page, or email info@goeco.org

Location

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Time Commitment

Duration
Less than 3 months
Time commitment
A lot (10+ hours/week)
Times of day
Mornings
Afternoons
Evenings
Days of week
Weekdays
Weekends
Schedule
Flexible schedule
Start and end dates
See website

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