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Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARI
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...
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 able to return to the wild. Volunteering with us isn’t just about working. You’ll also learn about the local customs and beliefs, language, and traditional food. Our staff will teach you about the secrets of the Sepedi culture while cooking delicious food or dancing around a bonfire! Plus, you’ll have the chance to explore more of South Africa through half-day and full-day trips. This volu...
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
- Hoedspruit, South Africa
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Culture
- Education
- Environment
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- All Nationalities
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The magic of volunteering
by: Floriane CRAIPEAU - FranceProgram: Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARIIt was my third volunteering in South Africa and it was an incredible experience. Full of discoveries, sharing, learning, laughter and tears. After 6 weeks at Daktari, I feel like I’m creating a family across the world. Solidarity and mutual aid are the keys to this project. Each group of children or young adults was very interested to be here and to learn. The staff are really caring and attentive. Thank you to the long-term volunteers and members of the office. Take care of yourself and our little pets. “Together we can save our world”.
Great experience!
by: Valeria Signer - SwitzerlandProgram: Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARIMy time at Daktari was great. I met so many nice people, the animals are so cute and I got the impression that my work really makes a difference in the lives of the children we taught. Thank you so much for everything!
Wonderful project and experience
by: Elsa Vescovacci - FranceProgram: Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARII really loved my time in Daktari. When I've arrived I felt welcome directly by the others volunteers and the staff. The volunteers are from different countries and change quite regularly so I've got to exchange a lot with each of them during my stay. Each week we received 8 kids from 12 to 16 years old from the nearby villages to teach them about the environment and the animals. Every week is different but it is very nice to see the improvement of the students through the week and have the feeling to make a real impact for them. I've also had the opportunity to go to the eco-club to teach directly in the village and it was touching to see again former students who came directly to greet me. Besides the volunteers were also asked to take care of the animals of the camp, I've learnt a lot and lived amazing moments with them. Every Saturday we had the possibility to go to town, and we were free from Friday afternoon until Monday. I've also lived unforgettable moments by doing some excursions like the Panorama tour of the canyon or the game drives to see the wild animals.
Program Details
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Locations
- Hoedspruit, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Culture
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 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, Families, Group
Cost per week
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
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Online Application
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