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Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARI

by: DAKTARI Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage

9.32 (239)VerifiedSince 2006

100% of your payment goes to this charity! This exceptional experience provides volunteers with the unique opportunity of teaching children to protect the environment and to care for rescued wild animals. You will inspire a generation of local children to become passionate about wildlife conservation. Please note that the animals are unfortunately kept in captivity only because they are not abl...

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Program Highlights

Get involved with animal care at a wildlife orphanage, where you’ll learn about trees, birds, animal tracks, mammals, and insects.

Teach children about taking care of their environment and protecting the animals.

Participate in our outreach campaigns by leading after-school programs known as Eco Club.

Visit villages and participate in our wildlife crime campaigns for young students from local schools.

Look for wildlife animals during the Kruger National Park excursion, and bask in the wonders of the Blyde River Canyon – the third largest canyon in the world!

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Hoedspruit, South Africa
Starts At: $600-900, $5000+
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement: 14+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Dec 02, 2025

Awards

Top Rated Program Volunteer Abroad in South Africa 2026
Top Rated Organization 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.32

Total Reviews

239

I had a great time!

June 05, 2026by: Philipp Ziegler - Germany

Program: Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARI

9

★★★★★ My experience with Daktari was truly unforgettable. I learned so much, gained valuable hands-on experience, and had the opportunity to meet amazing people from different backgrounds. The environment was welcoming, supportive, and encouraged both personal and professional growth. Every day brought new challenges and learning opportunities, making the experience both rewarding and enjoyable. I left with great memories, new skills, and a deeper appreciation for the work being done. I would highly recommend Daktari to anyone looking for a meaningful and enriching experience abroad.

One of the best experience of my life

May 29, 2026by: Sarah Fangari - France

Program: Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARI

8

I spent 2 incredible months at Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage. I met amazing people and made so many great memories. Time went by so fast because the experience was truly unforgettable. There’s also a really good atmosphere in the camp, and you quickly feel at home there. An adventure I will never forget!

Raphaël’s expérience

May 29, 2026by: Raphaël Domenges - France

Program: Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARI

9

Surely the experience of a lifetime. Traveling to the other side of the world, meeting people from all over the world, having the opportunity to teach underprivileged children and take care of animals I had never seen in real life before… this experience will stay with me forever. The only negative point I will remember is that I came for a marketing internship, and I feel that people mainly focused on my difficulties expressing myself in English, despite my willingness to do well and the fact that I always tried to do my best, knowing that I came here precisely to improve on that point. Despite that, I will keep wonderful memories of this experience. I also had the chance to meet amazing people throughout this journey. Everyone was very open-minded, welcoming, and genuinely kind, which made the whole experience even more special.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Hoedspruit, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Culture

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

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

Age Requirement

14+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

$600-900, $5000+

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Online Application

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