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Lion, Elephant & Wildlife Management, Antelope Park

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9.29 (58)Verified

Introducing our multidiscipline conservation approach. What began as our Lion Project at Antelope Park, has evolved into promoting a culture of care, ensuring our resident animals are living fulfilled and enriched lives. As part of this project, you will be fully involved with the daily upkeep of our resident lions, assist with the vital maintenance of our Game park, and enjoy close encounters wit...

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Program Highlights

Accompany our elephants, who spend their days roaming freely, getting to know their individual personalities while conducting vital tree planting research.

Conduct vital game counts, explore the bush on foot during a fascinating walking safari, and contribute towards our wildlife protection efforts.

Take part in behavioral enrichment activities by making toys from natural materials to stimulate the lions’ predatory and sensory behaviors, as well as stimulating activities for our elephants.

Witness the different behaviors of the semi-wild release pride and see how they really function in the wild.

Become a part of our wildlife protecting team, assisting with essential snare sweeps and boundary patrols and helping with any orphans and rescues that may pass through our care.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Gweru, Zimbabwe
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Cost Per Week$900-1250
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Eco-Tourism
  • Environment
  • Tree Planting
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

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

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.29

Total Reviews

58

I had the experience of a lifetime!

January 13, 2025by: Michaela Perry - South AfricaProgram: Lion, Elephant & Wildlife Management, Antelope Park
8

My two weeks at Antelope Park did not disappoint. The staff, volunteers and experiences, particularly the close encounters with wildlife far surpassed my expectations! It was an incredible experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

An experience like no other

August 09, 2024by: Dan GOULDER - AustraliaProgram: Lion, Elephant & Wildlife Management, Antelope Park
10

The wild life program at Antelope park was amazing in every way. I have been lucky enough to experience many incredible things around the world And nothing compares to Antelope Parks wild life program. There is no experience like it. From feeding elephants with my hands, Watching lions eat from 1 metre away, from spending time with a lion cub, Interactions with zebras, giraffes, rhinos and monkeys, you name it AP has it. Johnathan, Katie and Malcolm along with the rest of the staff at AP was super welcoming from the very start. They make it very clear from the start that antelope park is one big family with the same goal, to help, learn and experience as much as possible with the most incredible animals in the world. The food at the camp was 5 star! And the accommodation rooms were very very comfortable. The whole experience was amazing, I would Recommend this program to anyone, from any age, and from anywhere in the world. It’s an experience like no other. From Dan

feeding lion cub

A dream come true ?❤️

September 04, 2023by: Fenella Burns - United KingdomProgram: Lion, Elephant & Wildlife Management, Antelope Park
10

From the second at arriving at the airport I was greeted with a sign and a big smile, that made me instantly feel safe and in good hands. The whole journey over I was so excited for what the next weeks would bring! All I can say is WOW! Every second was incredible! Ever since I was very young (I’m talking about 3 ish) I always wanted to work with African wildlife, especially the lions!! And my time at Antelope park has made that dream come true, so THANK YOU!! From my whole heart! Honestly being on the wildlife project didn’t feel like real life, I felt like I was in this bubble! I was beyond happy and loved every moment! The wildlife project it’s self was SO fun, no day was the same! Our leader Noxy was the best!! Beyond lovely and made the experience more special!! Every day was action packed, providing care for the most incredible animals! You work so closely along side them, especially the lions, elephants and the rhino’s you learn their personalities and now that’s so special!! I feel so lucky to know these incredible animals and how they behave! We would also always see the other animals too such as zebras, giraffes, impalas and many more! These guys were equally incredible and was so exciting every time we would see them, especially doing a game feed as they would be SO close! Gosh they are all just so beautiful. Everyone around the park is incredibly friendly and always makes sure to wave and say hello! It really does feel like one big happy family, that I feel so lucky to be a part of! I have made such lovely friends along the way too! It’s so nice to have communal areas for us to chill out in all together! The accommodation was kept clean and the lovely ladies would change our beds too (I haven’t experienced this much when volunteering, so was a nice little surprise)! There was a free laundry service, which may I add was SO quick, I had some items come back the same day!!! We also had free wifi, so we could keep in contact with everyone at home and tell them about our adventures!! All meals were provided too! Breakfast, lunch and dinner! It was always so nice to sit with all the other volunteers and catch up with everyone on other projects over a yummy meal! There was also a little coffee shop, ( with the worlds BEST milkshakes!!!) that served food If you fancied something different at a very low price! I’d like to say a big thank you to everyone at Antelope park, you all have all made my trip a memory I’ll never forget! It’s been perfect, honestly my biggest dream come true!! All I can say is if you are ever considering coming, please just book the trip!! You won’t regret it I promise!! This isn’t a goodbye, it will be a see you soon! Big hugs! Thank you again for absolutely everything ❤️

Elephant interactions were so special ?Lion behaviour enrichment?Zebra on his way for snacks at a game feed?

Program Details

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Locations

  • Gweru, Zimbabwe

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Eco-Tourism

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Cost per week

$900-1250

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

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