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Exotic Primate Sanctuary Helper in South Africa
Volunteer at an Exotic Primate Sanctuary and contribute to the welfare of rescued primates, some critically endangered. This project allows you to gain hands-on experience, support research and education, and enjoy a rewarding personal experience through direct interaction with amazing, entertaining characters and their dedicated carers. Your role involves assisting with the care, feeding, health treatment, and enclosure maintenance for various primate species rescued from unsuitable situations to help ensure a better quality of life for the rest of their natural lives. The Exotic Primate Sanctuary is home to 11 species of rescued primates, with around 195 primates including bush babies (galagos), capuchins (tufted, weeper, golden tufted), tamarins (cotton-top, golden hand), marmosets, squirrel monkeys, and a mongoose lemur. The sanctuary also has squirrels and sugar gliders. It has 92 enclosures and cages housing all these animals: 44 large enclosures, 8 hospital cages, and 40 temporary cages for the new rescues. This project is available throughout the year, with start dates from Monday to Friday and a minimum duration of 2 weeks. Longer stays are subject to visa requirements.
Volunteer at an Exotic Primate Sanctuary and contribute to the welfare of rescued primates, some critically endangered. This project allows you to gain hands-on experience, support research and education, and enjoy a rewarding personal experience through direct interaction with amazing, entertaining characters and their dedicated carers. Your role involves assisting with the care, feeding, health treatment, and enclosure maintenance for various primate species rescued from unsuitable situations to help ensure a better quality of life for the rest of their natural lives. The Exotic Primate Sanctuary is home to 11 species of rescued primates, with around 195 primates including bush babies (galagos), capuchins (tufted, weeper, golden tufted), tamarins (cotton-top, golden hand), marmosets, squirrel monkeys, and a mongoose lemur. The sanctuary also has squirrels and sugar gliders. It has 92 enclosures and cages housing all these animals: 44 large enclosures, 8 hospital cages, and 40 temporary cages for the new rescues. This project is available throughout the year, with start dates from Monday to Friday and a minimum duration of 2 weeks. Longer stays are subject to visa requirements.
Program Highlights
Volunteer at an ethical safe haven for primate species, some considered endangered.
Help provide a healthy, comfortable life for rescued primates by preparing their food and creating enrichment activities.
Assist with most aspects of the sanctuary’s operations, such as monitoring their feeding and assisting with new rescues.
Get the chance to actively assist the sanctuary’s appointed exotic veterinarian, including in the ICU, especially if you’re specializing in veterinary medicine (student or licensed).
Enjoy plenty of things to do in your free time: shark diving, wildlife safaris, market visits, shopping, historical tours, Zulu cultural shows, and surf lessons.
Quick Details
- South Africa
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- Multiple Year
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Veterinary Science
- Wildlife
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Veterinary Science
- Wildlife
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- Multiple Year
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity 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
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- In-Country Orientation
- Training
- Laundry
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
- Some high school, no diploma
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Other
- Online Application
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