Rhino monitoring & wildlife conservation
Project name:
Boots on the Ground
Project purpose:
This adventure focuses on ethical research, positive human-wildlife coexistence, and the protection of natural ecosystems. Why should you join us? You will have the best of both worlds- the bush & the ocean. You will become a rhino warrior by helping us keeping an eye on them You will live the wild, spending most days on the bush and your evenings with a sea view You will do good while supporting research and monitoring of our endangered species
Project activities:
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data collection/analysis
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rhino monitoring, tracking, ethical conservation
Weekly cost (approx USD):
$
680
Direct benefits you gain:
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data/statistical skills
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field research skills
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gaining knowledge about conservation issues, benefits
Noteworthy conservation points:
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development goals (supporting local community)
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support of Anti Poaching effort
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
Dormitory & single rooms upon request
When does the project run?
All year
Facilities:
accommodation included, food included, cooking facilities, electricity, local shops, near-by medical, hot shower, western toilet, wifi. Weekends are off and there are many possibilities to explore in the vicinity. Stunning and comfortable little hostel. Clean. Supermarkets, affordable restaurants and pubs around the corner, beach is close, safe area and town..
How long can I stay?
minimum one week
Requirements:
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None other than adventure spirit and interest in conservation and wildlife
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
This Wildlife Research & Conservation Program involves various initiatives and projects within the game reserve.
You will be monitoring rhinos, sometimes check fence lines, observe other wildlife like elephants and cape mountain zebras, help with necessary daily operations, data collection and entry and simply enjoy the wild.
You will be part of a small team while participating in the project.
On the weekends you are free to roam the surrounding area of the little town of Mosselbay, visit ethical wildlife sanctuaries, chill at the beach, get to know our great white sharks in the area or look out for our whales during season (june- November)
Reviews & ratings
Francisco
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
An amazing project with amazing staff
I work as a travel agent, bringing volunteers to DAKTARI and other projects around the world. After helping a lot of volunteers fulfill their dreams of coming to South Africa, I managed to arrange 2 weeks to spend at the project. What a wonderful time I had starting with the staff who are so friendly and polite, the animals being taken care of as if they were family and the amazing food that was prepared catering to each of the volunteers individual needs. I can only say that if you are looking for an unique and quality experience involving a well thought out educational program and the preservation of native animal species, this is the one for you.
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
leslie
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
great experience
i had an enjoyable stay here in DAKTARI. be surrounded by wild animals is a chance and i also loved the teaching part of my stay
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
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