Elephant & Community Water Access Project in Namibia
Program Overview
Have the opportunity to see elephants in their natural habitat in this volunteer program abroad! The Elephant and Community Water Access Project in Namibia mostly involves helping surrounding communities in Damaraland come up with solutions to the existing elephant-human conflict. At the same time, you will develop bush and wildlife skills as well as undergo health and safety training. There is...
Have the opportunity to see elephants in their natural habitat in this volunteer program abroad! The Elephant and Community Water Access Project in Namibia mostly involves helping surrounding communities in Damaraland come up with solutions to the existing elephant-human conflict. At the same time, you will develop bush and wildlife skills as well as undergo health and safety training. There is an ongoing struggle between these majestic creatures and the people living in rural communities as water supply becomes scarcer due to erratic rainfalls and desertification. This project works to improve the lives of both the local people as well as the elephants by creating sustainable solutions so that they can live side by side. It also aims to monitor elephant behaviors so they can live harmo...
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What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Conservation
- Water Projects
- Wildlife
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- British
- Canadian
Updated Jan 15, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Namibia
Available Terms / Availability
- Duration: 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
Education Levels & Language
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks
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The project is split into 2 project focuses;
- Build Week - mixing cement and collecting rocks, sand, water and building walls.
- Patrol Week - gather details and watch the elephants of the park
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