The Ultimate Personalized Gap Year Experience
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Are you looking for an epic adventure that will change your life forever? Then look no further! This Ultimate Gap Year Experience is unique; you will be transported to four different projects across southern Africa, working on the front lines of conservation and connecting with local and expert professionals who are just as passionate about conservation work as you are.
One day, you will be colle...
Are you looking for an epic adventure that will change your life forever? Then look no further! This Ultimate Gap Year Experience is unique; you will be transported to four different projects across southern Africa, working on the front lines of conservation and connecting with local and expert professionals who are just as passionate about conservation work as you are.
One day, you will be collecting data on big cats in one of the largest reserves in South Africa, and then learning bush skills from a master tracker and tracking a herd of elephants the next. You will be part of the conservation community, listening to stories of the land and learning from qualified locals. Completely immersed, you will see what it’s like to live and breathe meaningful African conservation. It’s not always...
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- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Wildlife
- Animals
Updated Feb 3, 2026
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Locations
- Kruger Park, South Africa
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Wildlife
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- After College
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Yes. We are members of ABTA and we comply with the UK Package Travel Regulations, which means your trip will be financially protected through ABTA and ATOL. We are full members of the Year Out Group, specialists in gap year travel programs.
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