Description

As a volunteer you will take part in lion walks and you will enjoy the exhilaration of being part of a hunt as the young cubs learn to stalk their prey. In the mornings especially you will help bottle feed the younger lion cubs if there are some on site at the time. Cleaning the enclosures and preparing meat for feeding times are daily tasks. You may also be able to learn to ride horses so you can cross the grass lands so you can effectively carry out boundary patrol and snare sweeping. Each day is exciting, exhilarating and an experience you will learn so much from.

Highlights

As you are based within Antelope Park, you will be able to enjoy the adventure of the bush at night, listening to the sounds of the animals whilst enjoying the best local cuisine around the area. Cool down during the days in the on-site pools and venture out on some spectacular trips at the weekends - making sure you dont miss the awesome views of the amazing Victoria Falls.

Every fourth day volunteers get a morning or afternoon off to enjoy the park and relax or check out the wildlife on the reserve. Staff can also help you plan excursions outside the park and other areas of Zimbabwe.

You will need to ensure you bring enough cash to pay for these activities. Remember that Gweru is far from other locations and usually erquires trips of a few days, so to give you an idea of what you might get involved with, here are a few activities with approximate prices;
"5 day trip to Victoria Falls, via Hwange National Park and Miombo Lodge: USD 475.00 (departs on 19th of each month)

Other activities that you can get involved with while in Victoria Falls are:
* Boma restaurant (almost all volunteers choose to
do this and love it!) USD 45.00-
* Sunset cruise (another popular trip) USD 45.00
* Half day White water rafting - USD 105
* Gorge swing USD 70
* Helicopter Ride for 15 minutes - USD 115
* Entry to Victoria Falls National Park - USD 20
* Elephant ride - USD 30
* Elephant swim - USD 25
* Horse Ride - USD 25
* Lunar horse game viewing available 6 days over full moon period - USD 30
* Boat cruise - USD 20
* Night encounter - USD 100

Qualifications

There are no specific skills required for this program. You will need to be of good health and have a decent level of fitness. Any previous experience of riding horses will also be an advantage. Aside from that enthusiasm and willingness to do what is required during daily tasks is the attitude required for the project.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please contact for more details.

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training

Program Fees Include:

* Accommodation: Shared room in a volunteer house.
* Food: 3 meals per day - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
* Weekly laundry service
* Airport pick up and drop off
* Training: Pre-departure information pack, on-site orientation and project induction provided
* Horse Riding lessons
* Support: On-site coordinator providing 24 hour support
* Activities: Staff help organise weekend activities. (Activity price may be extra) Trips include; elephant back riding, bungee jumping, white water rafting and gorge swing across Victoria Falls.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

17+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Kaya Responsible Travel's Mission Statement

Kaya's mission is to promote sustainable social, environmental and economic development, empower communities and cultivate educated, compassionate global citizens through responsible travel.

Year Founded

2008