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South Africa Pre-Vet Big Cats

by: Loop Abroad

9.76 (74)Verified

The Veterinary Service: South Africa program places students in small groups led by an expert to learn about veterinary medicine. The course, "The ABCs of African Big Cats: Anatomy, Conservation, and Behavior", is held each day to give background information on everything you need to know about cheetahs. The program takes place at a cheetah and wildlife center outside of Johannesburg. Each day, s...

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Program Highlights

Live and volunteer with cheetahs and other African animals.

Learn hands-on in small groups from your team of veterinarians.

Enjoy a safari trip to the famous Kruger National Park to observe African wildlife.

Learn about all aspects of care and management of captive wildlife

Observe zebras, giraffes, antelopes, wildebeests, and other majestic animals in the wild from your program location.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Rural Areas, South Africa
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Animal Science
  • Veterinary Medicine & Science
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Study AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - Study AbroadTop Rated Study Abroad Organization 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.76

Total Reviews

74

I recommend 10/10

August 10, 2025by: Macauley Nguyen

Program: South Africa Pre-Vet Big Cats

10

I loved this program so much! Everything from the housing to the food to the curriculum was perfect. It was an experience to remember and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in learning about wild animals

Wonderful

August 10, 2025by: Aleesha Bates

Program: South Africa Pre-Vet Big Cats

10

This is a wonderful program and is perfect for anyone looking to get wildlife experience or who just loves big cats! Here you'll get once-in-a-lifetime experiences that will make a real impact! And the staff were all amazing

Once in a lifetime

August 10, 2025by: Lauren Sanchez

Program: South Africa Pre-Vet Big Cats

10

I really loved coming on this trip and it was a once in a lifetime experience! I learned so much and made so many life connections. Our Support Staff was the best! Cheetah interactions were my favorite! I wouldn't change a thing.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Rural Areas, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Animal Science
  • Veterinary Medicine & Science

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Terms Available:
  • Summer

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Group Meals
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Interviews

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Megan Babcock

Participated in 2018

Alumni

I just graduated from college and I never had the chance to go abroad during undergrad, so I wanted to volunteer abroad after I graduated, and I knew I wanted to volunteer with animals.

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Monica Lee

Participated in 2018

Alumni

It has always been a dream of mine to go to Africa. I had heard about Loop Abroad and decided to look into it. When I saw that this trip was available, I was sold. I am so blessed to have had this amazing opportunity!

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