Volunteer in Cheetah Conservation in South Africa

Cheetah Conservation in South Africa - Limpopo

The Umkwali Cheetah Conservation Project in South Africa lies in the region of Alldays, Limpopo, about 450 kilometres north of Pretoria.

The Cheetah Conservation Project is a private research and breeding ground for endangered animals in the country. When you volunteer with cheetahs, the protection and research of cheetahs will be the main emphases of your work.

Volunteer with Cheetahs - Umkwali

The camp of the Umkwali Cheetah Conservation Project is a distance away from the next town. When you volunteer with Cheetahs in South Africa, you will have the opportunity to run personal errands here from time to time, but your general needs will be taken care of at the camp.

Volunteer in Cheetah Conservation in South Africa

The Umkwali Cheetah Conservation Project in South Africa has space for the animals to live and is especially dedicated to cheetah conservation research. Aside from this, the following project work is common:

• Leopard research project
• Hyaena research project
• Observing Buffalo
• Maintenance of the reserve
• Examining fences

Cheetah Conservation Project: Accommodation and Meals

Umkwali is a fixed tent encampment – every one of the simple, yet pleasant tents is equipped with two beds, an open-air bathroom, a flush toilet, and hot running water. Meals will be prepared for the volunteers, and you will eat together with the other volunteer workers at the camp.

Volunteer in Cheetah Conservation in South Africa

• Activities: Volunteer in cheetah conservation in South Africa, helping with the research project, observing the animals, examining fences, and supporting the maintenance of the reserve.
• Free Time: Usually at the weekend
• Duration: 2.5 or 4.5 weeks
• Application: As early as possible, at least 3 months before departure.
• Starting Dates: Every first Tuesday of the month.
• Visa: Free tourist visa upon arrival. Passport and return flight ticket necessary.
• Practical Experience: Not necessary.
• Other: The volunteer work in the Cheetah Conservation Project in South Africa can be physically strenuous. Since you will be surrounded by a completely foreign culture, patience, adaptability, independence, and travel experience are very important.