This hands-on volunteer programme exposes you, the volunteer, to lion the king of the jungle, timid leopards, clumsy rhinos, graceful elephants and the mystic buffalo that make up the big five near port Elizabeth

In addition, a diverse abundance exploding in a variety of antelope and other species such as giraffe, warthog and cheetah roam the plains. One of your primary responsibilities will be to manage and monitor the lions. Community support is also an important aspect with regular visits to community projects Volunteer on this exquisite conservation consortium in the Eastern Cape made up of several private game reserves, only one hour from Port Elizabeth, South Africa, in the Greater Addo Elephant Area.

You can experience wildlife - up close and personal - as very few people will by volunteering behind the scenes with professionals on our Game Reserve. Our partner is proudly Fair Trade Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) accredited thereby meeting strict criteria such as: fair wages and equal employment, democracy, transparency and environmental conservation.   This fifth generation, family run Game Reserve and Safari Lodge will ensure your hospitable experience while creating a wildlife experience, which will capture your imagination, refresh your soul and conserve our natural heritage!

YOU will gain first hand experience of how a Game Ranch is managed from a unique behind the scenes viewpoint. YOU are the student and the classroom is the Reserve! Get involved in game and conservation management, learn new life skills and contribute to social projects in the area. One main focus area is monitoring the integration of the lions into the reserve by tracking and recording their behaviour.

YOU will also interact with the children from the local orphanage for vulnerable children and those affected by HIV AIDS during your stay. Interaction varies from wildlife / environmental education to fun activities. The reserve has been involved in the local school, orphanage and vetinary clinic for a number of years and is a reason for our selection of this Game Reserve above many similar offerings.

The “Project Contribution” included in your overall fee will contribute to the long-term sustainability of the project during your actual volunteer stay on the ground. On your return home you may continue to support the project financially with donations via TravelPledge, a UK-based charity, or via our separate Donations Account. Please enquire with our office for further information.

Your Voluntouring experience is not complete without taking in some key heritage and tourist sites during your off-periods. To find out more about South Africa and some of the fantastic sights and activities that await you see the “Sightseeing SA” tab on our home page for more information.