Askari Wilderness Conservation Programme: Wilderness Conservation & Wildlife Research in South Africa
Askari Wilderness Conservation Programme offers the experience of a lifetime - the chance for volunteers to make a real contribution to conservation and wildlife research in Africa. Askari is based on 'Pidwa Wilderness' and volunteers become part of the full-time conservation team managing this benchmark wilderness reserve. Assistance is needed for all reserve activities and wildlife research. Projects vary throughout the year and include alien plant eradication, repair of eroded soils, anti-poaching patrols, veterinary dartings, game capture and release, prescribed burns and sleep outs in the bush, to name a few. These activities are combined with world class game viewing and monitoring of species, such as the elephant, lion, rhino, giraffe, leopard and zebra. Volunteers assist with the cheetah re-introduction and monitoring programme as well as ground breaking brown hyaena research and ground hornbill conservation.
Listing Details
Organization Name
Askari Wilderness Conservation Programme
Organization Mandate
Askari needs volunteers to asssit with the hands on management and research being carried out on 'Pidwa Wilderness', a leading benchmark conservation reserve.
Address
Pidwa Wilderness, Gravelotte, Limpopo, South Africa, 0895
Address 2
Harmony 14
Telephone
0153184430
Non-profit organization?
Yes
Faith-based?
No
Countries
Regions
Duration
2 weeks or less, 2 weeks - 1 month, 1-3 months, 3-6 months
Age (min)
18
Age (max)
60
Price range
$1001-$2500
Price incluces
Accommodation, Airport pick-up, Entrance Fees, Ground Transport, Meals, Orientation
Academic Subjects
Ground breaking brown hyaena research is being carried out at the project which volunteers will become an importnat part of during their time.
Application process and requirements
Contact us via email to enquire about availability for your preferred dates.
Language
English
A good grasp of the English language is required.
Certification
After the orientation week, a short exam is written by volunteers and a certificate awarded for all projects completed during their time at Askari.
Funding information
n/a
Student status required?
No