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Anyone who has a soft spot for any creature will find their calling in animal welfare. Volunteering for animal welfare covers a whole host of areas, from hands-on care and rehabilitation to environmental research and conservation. Whether you’re keen to get up close with animals in need or are content knowing that your voluntary work is helping to keep them wild and free, animal welfare volunteer projects abroad are sure to be fulfilling.

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If you’re passionate about wildlife conservation in southern Africa and want to be part of a project that has a genuine, lasting impact, reach out to ACE.

April 24, 2025by: Kay Probst - SwitzerlandProgram: Go Behind the Scenes at a Big 5 Wildlife Reserve
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Given that I’ve never written a review before, this really means something! If you’re scrolling through the testimonials from travellers of African Conservation Experience (ACE), wondering whether they are trustworthy and whether your time and effort will truly make a difference, I was in the exact same position just a few months ago. Like you, I researched various organisations and volunteering projects, hoping to make the right decision. And now, having experienced it first-hand, I can confidently say you don’t need to look any further! If you’re passionate about wildlife conservation in southern Africa and want to be part of a project that has a genuine, lasting impact, reach out to ACE. The ACE team is incredibly helpful in guiding you to the right project based on your interests and expectations. Through a personal consultation with ACE, I chose to join the Phinda Wildlife Research Project, where I spent two incredible weeks. Phinda focusses on the protection of a variety of animals (including lions, elephants and rhinos) within their large private reserve. The physical and financial support volunteers provide helps the research team to continue to manage the wildlife so successfully. Coming from a job where I sit in an office all day in Switzerland, the contrast in environment and work was nothing short of breathtaking. Seeing first-hand how dedicated and passionate the qualified conservationists on the ground are, and how much their work truly matters, was an experience I will never forget. Rather than saying more, I’ll leave you with a few pictures, because some experiences speak for themselves!

A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Animal Welfare

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Volunteering in animal welfare offers a range of rewarding experiences and professional advantages:

  • Diverse projects: From conservation to animal rehabilitation, volunteers can engage in a variety of impactful activities, such as feeding, treating, and preparing animals for life in the wild.
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