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Volunteer in South Africa - Lion Park

Volunteer opportunity

Volunteer opportunity posted by: GoEco - Volunteer Abroad

Posted on: January 30, 2013

Volunteer Opportunity description

Volunteer up close and personal with Africa's rare lions, cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, and other indigenous wildlife!

The Johannesburg Lion Park offers a fun and interactive volunteer experience for those who love animals and wish to assist with conservation efforts.

Volunteer at a lion park with GoEco!

Volunteer Work and Contribution

Volunteers are an integral part of the functioning of the Lion Park. They help the park run smoothly to ensure that the animals are provided with the best possible living environment. Some duties that volunteers will carry out during their time at the Lion Park include:

  • Preparing bottles for cubs and other baby wildlife
  • Preparing meat for older wildlife
  • Cleaning and maintaining the nursery and other enclosures
  • Walking cubs from the nursery to "Cub World"
  • Leading tours throughout the park for visitors

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Project Highlights

  • Live among the animals in volunteer accommodations provided within the park.
  • Go on provided excursions in the area to an elephant sanctuary, a day safari at a national game reserve, a crocodile and reptile park, and a dinner at an authentic South African restaurant!
  • Get hands-on time with a variety of Africa's most enticing creatures.
  • Meet other like-minded volunteers from all over the world!

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Apply now to get started on the trip of a lifetime!!

How to apply

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

Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Time Commitment

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

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