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#1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa

by: Buffelsdrift Game Lodge

9.47 (30)Verified

We believe that everyone can contribute to conservation efforts, and therefore, our vision is to empower ordinary people to protect nature. The key is not "to do" but to "live it" actively. By creating this kind of lifestyle, we fulfill our purpose of helping humans and nature to live together in harmony. The foundation is a starting point; we empower you to live a conservation lifestyle for a bet...

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Program Highlights

Learn to track and monitor free roaming cheetahs.

Help conduct research and observe wild meerkat families and use camera traps for research.

Participate in local projects that uplift communities.

Contribute to habitat conservation efforts, including planting spekboom, a succulent plant endemic to South Africa and is highly effective in removing excess carbon in the air.

Join a special volunteer program in South Africa that, ultimately, helps you learn to be a conservationist.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • South Africa
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Development
  • Conservation
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.47

Total Reviews

30

The best experience I’ve had

February 05, 2026by: Sofia Ghidini - Chile

Program: #1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa

10

The Buffelsdrift Volunteer program was an incredible experience, with wonderful people and so many new experiences. I learned a lot in my time there and had so much fun working with the team and helping with all the conservation work.

See you next time!

January 19, 2026by: Leanne Grisnich - Netherlands

Program: #1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa

9

We loved it to be at Buffelsdrift. We especially liked the work around the lions, it is special to get the opportunity to come that close to wild animals. It was also wonderful to be part of the Buffelsdrift family for a while. One of us was here for the thirth time, that gives an idea about how nice it is to do the volunteer program.

man interacting with childrentwo man in a fencefour people with three elephants

A big adventure

November 14, 2025by: Jannick Haemmerle - Germany

Program: #1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa

10

Ein wirklich grosses Abenteuer. Jeden Tag hat man etwas neues erlebt. Sei es den Kindern an der Schule zu helfen, sei es den Tieren zu helfen oder zu schauen, dass es dem Reserve gut geht. Tiaan und die anderen sind einfach richtige Herzensmenschen, sie halfen Tag und Nacht, sodass es mir und den anderen an nichts fehlte. Eins sollte aber im vorhinein klar sein, die Arbeit die man macht ist koerperlich nicht zu unterschaetzen. Man muss richtig mit anpacken.Wenn man damit kein Problem hat, kann man hier sehr wertvolle Erfahrungen sammeln. Mein Highlight war es all die Tiere zu sehen und diesen zu helfen.Man erlebt alles viel naeher als wenn nur zu Gast bei der Buffelsdrift Lodge ist. All in All ich wuerde es immer wieder und wuensche dem Team, den Tieren und der gesamten Lodge nur das Beste. :)

Program Details

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Locations

  • South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Development
  • Conservation

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Emergency Support

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Salary & Compensation

No Salary

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Disciplinary Clearance Form
  • Online Application
  • Other

Frequently Asked Questions

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We believe that everyone can contribute to conservation efforts, and therefore, our vision is to empower ordinary people to protect nature. The key is not "to do" but to "live it" actively. By creating this kind of lifestyle, we fulfill our purpose of helping humans and nature to live together in harmony. The foundation is a starting point; we empower you to live a conservation lifestyle for a better tomorrow. If you're looking to actively participate in African wildlife conservation in a fun, safe, stable, and stunning environment, Buffelsdrift Game Lodge is the perfect place. Although this may sound similar to many other proudly South African volunteering projects, our dream for every person we encounter is to have a lifestyle change toward thinking and living conservation. We want your...