25 August 2009

Endangered Wildlife Conservation, Zululand, South Africa

The Project
The Endangered Species Monitoring Programme is lead by an experienced, passionate and hands-on team. We work across many reserves in Zululand (Zululand has some of the most beautiful and productive wild lands in Africa), and therefore give you a in-depth insight into holistic conservation efforts. Real Africa - Real Conservation
We are looking for people who want their contribution to be directly and effectively utilised in genuine conservation efforts. If you wish to be a part of a professional conservation team, and experience some of the most exciting conservation work in Africa, then you are the kind of volunteer we are looking for!

Country: South Africa
Location: South Africa wildlife reserves
Departures: 2009: 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep, 12 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 7 Dec, 21 Dec
Price: From €950 - €1700 (2-4 weeks) excluding flights. Price includes accommodation at the camp, all meals and training. Longer stays can be arranged from €700 per 2 weeks spent after 4 weeks

Offers: Late booking: Join us in October or November and your friend pays half price

the amazing things you'll be doing
The Endangered Species Monitoring Programme:
We personally initiate, implement and manage the Endangered Species Monitoring programmes on reserves that don’t have the means to do so themselves. Our programmes are responsible for important wildlife research, working with amongst other animals, Black Rhino, Cheetah, Wild dog, Lion, Elephant, Leopard and Hyena.
As a volunteer you will be actively involved the hands-on conservation work we do including:
  • Wildlife conservation Endangered species tracking, via radio telemetry equipment
  • GPS mapping of sightings
  • The creation and updating of identity kits
  • Animal behavioural research
  • Game counts
Activities that occur regularly are:
  • Radio collaring animals
  • Tagging of animals
  • Relocation, re-introduction of game
  • Bird ringing
  • Alien plant control

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