This educational project allows you to embark on a youth humanitarian mission and have a first encounter with wildlife in South Africa. The rescue farm is located in Hartebeespoort (45 minutes from Johannesburg) and provides a sanctuary for orphaned or injured animals. Established 25 years ago to save a baby elephant whose parents had been slaughtered, this 1,000-hectare private reserve has built a strong reputation throughout the region.
– You will assist the elephant caretakers with the daily bathing routine.
– You will live in the heart of the sanctuary and actively participate in caring for the animals and maintaining their environment.
– Patrol rounds to check the condition of anti-poaching fences.
– Feeding the animals alongside the caretakers.
– Maintaining roads and controlling erosion.
– Identifying unknown and dangerous plants that may affect the wildlife and flora of the reserve.
The farm hosts around 20 volunteers at a time, but during peak summer periods, this can increase to 40-50 participants. Coordinators then form work groups, with each group assisting caretakers in their daily tasks.
In the evenings, social activities are organized in the bar/restaurant area. A wide range of sports activities and excursions are available on weekends at an additional cost. Yet another reason to embark on a youth humanitarian mission.
Duration during the week | Budget total mission |
|---|---|
2 weeks | 2140 € |
3 weeks | 2915 € |
4 weeks | 3690 € |
5 weeks | 4465 € |
6 weeks | 5240 € |
7 weeks | 6015 € |
8 weeks | 6840 € |
9 weeks | 7665 € |
10 weeks | 8490 € |
11 weeks | 9315 € |
12 weeks | 10140 € |
The volunteer accommodation is within walking distance from the main area where the meals are served. Volunteer accommodation exists of:
– 1 cottage that sleeps up to 6 people
– 1 log cabin with 4 bedrooms that each sleep 2 to 3 people. This accommodation has a lounge and a kitchen
– 1 cottage/house with 4 bedrooms each with 2 beds with a lounge and a kitchen
– 1 house with 3 large rooms that each sleep 6 people each – dormitory style. This house has a with kitchenette
– There is a separate building with communal bathroom facilities.
All linen will be provided and strictly no visitors are permitted to enter the property unless permitted by the project leader.
– Age 18+
– Up to date CV/ resume
– Copy of return flight itinerary
– Basic level of English; understanding and speaking
– Acceptance subject to availability of position
