Country
Category
Animals
Starting period
Tuesdays, available year-round
Minimum length of stay
1 week
Number of people
1-4
Study fields
Animal studies, Veterinary studies, Biology, Conservation, Nature studies, Communication, Multi Media studies, Photography, Digital Marketing, Ecology, Videography
Country
Category
Animals
Starting period
Tuesdays, available year-round
Minimum length of stay
1 week
Number of people
1-4
Study fields
Animal studies, Veterinary studies, Biology, Conservation, Nature studies, Communication, Multi Media studies, Photography, Digital Marketing, Ecology, Videography
Animal Game lodge, South Africa
The Animal Game lodge is a reserve working with animals located in the Western Cape also in 60-minute proximity to the Indian Ocean; part of the popular area referred to as the Garden Route and has the added benefit that it is a Malaria free area. We want your time to not only be the experience of a lifetime but an experience that changes your life! You will have the opportunity to work with some of the most amazing wildlife species in Africa such as lions, elephants, hippos, giraffes, cheetahs, meerkats, and many other indigenous species. If you are looking to make a difference by actively participating in the conservation of African wildlife within a fun, safe, stable and stunning environment, this is the place for you.
Although this may sound similar to many other proudly South African volunteering projects, our dream for every person we encounter is to have a lifestyle change towards thinking conservation and living conservation. Our planet and specifically the wildlife that abound in it are a special gift that we have the luxury of experiencing and enjoying. We want to share that experience with you and more importantly, we want future generations to have the opportunity to have similar enriching experiences. This can only be achieved through conscious consideration of our current actions and learning new ways to preserve and conserve our greatest gift.
Our conservation projects could not function without the hard work, dedication, and time of our Eco-Ambassadors.By joining us at you are becoming part of a generous group of people – those who see a country through unique eyes and spend their holiday time and funds assisting conservation around the world. Funds from our Eco-Ambassador program are reinvested into conservation, enabling us to grow and become even more successful in achieving our vision. Anyone is a potential conservationist. It is our honor and pride to make you part of a generation that lives conservation.”
Our aim is to empower ordinary people (people like you!) to protect nature by creating a conservation lifestyle upon your return home.
Vacancy requirements
- Fully Self-funded, however we do encourage fundraising or crowdfunding
- Currently studying/have experience in any of the project fields mentioned above
- Enthusiasm! Being energetic and having a positive attitude can help to motivate yourself and others – fun is guaranteed if you come prepared.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Good command of English
- Reliability and integrity
- Teamwork and willingness to serve
- Passion to live what you have learned and to spread the conservation story
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frequently asked questions
Why should I choose for Let’s Go Africa (LGA)?
- Derived out of passion of Noor & Roel, who both have Africa experience since 2006 with development work, studying, travelling and living in several countries.
- LGA personally visited and screened all countries and partner organizations
- Small scale; no extra office or personnel costs, focus on personal experience
- Cheaper than almost all other organizations in same countries (outcomes from independent research on service and accommodation costs)
- Professional vacancies and customized project descriptions derived from local needs striving towards sustainable impact
What is included in the LGA service package?
- Individual project description according all criteria (personal, study and partner organization)
- Let’s Go Africa information brochure
- Preparation and safety meeting for your specific destination
- Organisation of accommodation and transport advice
- Visa, vaccinations, insurance, passport and flight booking assistance
- Airport pick up & introduction program
- Free Police Clearance Certificate application (PCC in Dutch; VOG)
- Professional supervision and local guidance
- Constant fast and direct communication with your contact person
- Informal feedback session when back home
- Let’s Go Africa certificate of participation
Can I also do my Minor in Africa instead of internship/volunteer work?
Yes, many different Minor and research projects are possible.
Do you offer travel service and how does that work?
Yes, for our destinations in Africa we offer fully organized tours and customized travel services based on personal experience. On the Home page under destinations, you can click on the countries where all unique travel options are described.
Do you have travel and volunteer combinations?
In our different program countries in Africa we have challenging combination packages. Please contact us.
What is Travel 4 Charity?
Travel 4 Charity is a unique concept where you always support a local partner organization financially. T4C can provide a fully organized travel experience or your trip completely customized. Optionally, you can experience the development work organization up close, see where your support ends up and even collaborate there.
How much of my trip goes to charity and to whom?
Minimum 10% of LGA service package costs. Check the country pages for each trip to see which partner organization we support.
Is there always money going to charity via T4C?
Absolutely! The support for T4C charities is a guarantee for every trip regardless of XMS participation and concerns at least 10% of LGA service package costs.
Can I combine different projects?
Please send us your preference because we have many opportunities!
I am graduated/retired or having a sabbatical, can I do a LGA project?
Absolutely! People with experience are very valuable at our projects.
Can we also go in pairs or with groups?
Definitely, it is even recommendable to share the experience.
Do I have to be Dutch to participate?
No, everybody wanting to go to Africa is welcome to contact us.
What is the minimum age to participate?
18 years old. However we sometimes make exceptions depending on the situation and guidance of an adult.
Does LGA assist with organizing flights/visa?
Yes, of course we assist with the cheapest options and easiest procedures.
What is the cancellation policy of LGA?
- Registration costs and down payments costs are non-refundable at all times.
- Reimbursement of 50% of the remaining LGA mediation package costs and the full accommodation/tour costs minus €145 cancellation fee by cancellation minimum 60 days before departure by the specific LGA intern/volunteer/traveller, when one of the following cancellation reasons apply:
- Disease or injury by accident, of that nature that the physical and/or mental state of the person is medically indicated not being able to travel and participate.
- Severe disease/injury by accident or diseased 1st or second degree family member of the participant. There must be a serious health concern where the life of the person is in serious danger.
- Cancellation with any other than the above mentioned reasons or within 60 days of departure, gives in no way the right for a refund of service package and/or accommodation costs paid to LGA or there partners.
- Is it possible I will not pass the screening of LGA or their local partner in Africa?
- Yes, if LGA or our partner organization decides you are not suitable, then we can decide not to continue the procedure. In that case you will have no right of a refund of the registration costs.
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