Volunteer with Cheetahs, Lions, and Other Rescued Animals
Program Overview
Work side by side with rescued lions, cheetahs, hyenas, servals, caracals, meerkats, bushbabies, and more—each animal carrying a story of survival. As a volunteer, student, or intern, you become part of that story, helping transform trauma into recovery and giving wildlife a second chance at life.
You become part of the daily heartbeat of a working wildlife sanctuary. You gain hands-on experience in wildlife care. From feeding and enrichment to rehabilitation support and behavioural care, your ...
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Program Highlights
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Wildlife
Updated Mar 10, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- South Africa
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Wildlife
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
- No schooling completed
- Some high school, no diploma
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
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