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Community & Wildlife, Antelope Park

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Program Overview

Our combined Communities & Wildlife Conservation Program gives volunteers the chance to make a meaningful and long-lasting impact in both rural communities and wildlife protection. Based at Antelope Park in Zimbabwe, this immersive experience blends caring support, educational upliftment, and hands-on wildlife conservation across 3,000 acres of breathtaking savannah.

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Program Highlights

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What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Certificate of Completion

Exclusions

Travel Insurance
Medical / Accident Insurance
Visa Fees
International SIM Card
Domestic Airfare
International Airfare
Background Check Fees
Vaccination Costs

Program Details

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Locations

  • Gweru, Zimbabwe

Types & Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Development
  • Conservation

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Deposit

Age Requirement

All Ages

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks

Starts At

No Upfront Fees

Deposit / Application Fee

Deposit: $450

Payment Terms

  • Upfront Deposit

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You’ll split your time between wildlife conservation and community-focused activities. This can include supporting wildlife projects, helping with conservation tasks and getting involved in initiatives that benefit local communities.

Recognitions & Awards

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Top Rated Provider 2023 - Notable Mention
Notable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad
Top Rated Notable Mentions 2022
2019 Notable Mentions

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