Volunteer: Herpetological Research Manyeleti
Program Overview
The Manyeleti Game Reserve is a 47,000-hectare provincial protected area situated in the South African Lowveld, bordering Kruger National Park.
This project involves daily inspection of pitfall and funnel trap arrays across central and southern sections of the reserve. Species previously recorded include puff adder, snouted night adder, giant plated lizard, rock monitor, golden leaf-folding frog...
The Manyeleti Game Reserve is a 47,000-hectare provincial protected area situated in the South African Lowveld, bordering Kruger National Park.
This project involves daily inspection of pitfall and funnel trap arrays across central and southern sections of the reserve. Species previously recorded include puff adder, snouted night adder, giant plated lizard, rock monitor, golden leaf-folding frog, ornate frog, and red toad.
Due to the high density of dangerous wildlife (e.g., elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, hyenas), an armed guide accompanies all fieldwork. Volunteers are transported in an open-backed vehicle and stay at the Manyeleti research camp, which includes a central house and detached rooms.
The 21-day survey will run from January 27 to February 17, 2026, with weekly volunt...
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- 2-4 Weeks
Updated Nov 5, 2025
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Locations
- South Africa
Types & Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Birdwatching
- Camping
- Eco Tours
- Ecology
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Online Application
Age Requirement
All Ages
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
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