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The Kruger Project, South Africa

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$3,700Program Costs
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5.0 / 5Overall Rating
3Reviews
2018Year established

Program Overview

The Kruger Project is a hands-on wildlife conservation volunteer program in South Africa, based in the iconic Greater Kruger region. This immersive conservation experience allows volunteers to actively participate in real-world wildlife protection while living and working in the African bush.

Participants support anti-poaching efforts, wildlife monitoring, habitat conservation, and conservation r...

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Program Highlights

Kruger National Park and Panorama Tour (3 days, 2nights)
Wildlife monitoring, tracking, and conservation research
Anti-poaching support and K9 Unit visits
Thermal drone monitoring for wildlife protection and Selati Game Drive (2 days, 1 night)
Big Five wildlife encounters (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, buffalo)

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Guide / Chaperone
In-Country Orientation
Laundry

Exclusions

Medical / Accident Insurance
Travel Insurance
Visa Fees
Domestic Airfare
International Airfare

Program Details

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Locations

  • South Africa

Types & Subjects

  • Causes
  • Conservation

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2027, 2028, 2029

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

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

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Deposit

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks

Starts At

  • 2 Weeks: $3,700

Deposit / Application Fee

Deposit: $740

Payment Terms

  • Upfront Deposit

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You’ll take part in a range of conservation activities designed to support wildlife and the surrounding environment. Activities can include wildlife monitoring, habitat work, data collection and other tasks based on the current needs of the project.

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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