I've stayed in Jeffreys Bay for three weeks and
worked as a volunteer at one of the schools in the township. The
children at the Creche were very adorable and the two teachers were
just amazing in their dedication to educate about 40-50 children
every single day. They could definitely use some helping hands and
their appreciation for me investing three weeks of my time in
helping them was enormous...........
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Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteers South Africa
 
If your passion is helping to save and protect endangered
wildlife species in South Africa this is the project for you.
Located between Port Elizabeth and Jeffreys Bay is the Sanctuary, a
beautiful haven for unwanted, abandoned and injured animals. The
sanctuary is also a breeding centre for endangered species for
future generations to enjoy. Next to the sanctuary is a 1000 hectare
game reserve which you will also have the opportunity to experience.
THE
PROJECT:
This Project assists the Animal Rehabilitation Centre between Port
Elizabeth and Jeffreys Bay with the daily care and funding to feed
and care for orphaned and abandoned animals, some of which are
injured. Volunteers are crucial to the sanctuary, giving much needed
support to the small permanent team with their practical help and
funding. A successful breeding program for endangered species has
been introduced for Cheetah, Blue Duiker and Servals with all three
female Servals at the centre giving birth this Spring.
 ANIMALS:
The Centre boasts in excess of forty species of wildlife including
Cheetah, Serval, Lynx, Monkeys, Meerkats, Genets, Wallabies and
several buck species such as Grysbuck, Duiker, Bushbuck and the
smallest of the buck species the Blue Duiker. There are also over
250 species of birds both indigenous to South Africa and from all
over the world even as far as Australia! In addition to the animals
and birds at the sanctuary, there are many wild animals roaming free
on the game reserve including Giraffe, Zebra, Impala, Nyala, Blesbok,
Duiker, Wildebeest, Waterbuck and Vervet Monkeys. There are also
four resident dogs who love to be taken on long walks through the
game reserve and two cats as well as a clan of young calves that are
bottle fed.
 ACCOMMODATION:
The lodges
are located down on the game reserve, surrounded by a variety of
animals. When you wake in the morning you might be lucky enough to
see giraffe grazing on the hill or a herd of Zebra or Impala
enjoying a morning run. Waking up to the songs of the many birds
whilst watching the sun rise over the reserve is a great way to
start your day! Wait till you have breakfast in the fresh clear
morning air. The lodge is completely made out of wood, which gives
you the ‘back to nature’ feeling.
 RELAXING:
The bar
‘Dusk till Dawn' where everyone comes
together and you will be able to enjoy drinks, have dinner and do a
little dancing if you like. Here you can taste Potjie, a typical
South African dish made with many different ingredients in cast iron
pots on the fire. For quieter nights there is a TV lounge with
satellite TV and a DVD player for relaxing movie nights. A public
pay phone is located in the main building and international calling
cards are available from the local shop.
TRANSPORT: All Africa Volunteers driver Shane
will collect you from Port Elizabeth and transport you to our
volunteer lodge in Jeffreys Bay for your first night, the project
will collect you the next morning from
J Bay Lodge. At
the end of your stay the project will transfer you back to Port
Elizabeth airport. Volunteers traveling on their own can make their
way to
J Bay Lodge in
Jeffreys Bay the day before their program starts.
THE
PROGRAM:
Working as a
volunteer you will be involved in many aspects of conservation
and wildlife care.
We stayed at the
wildlife sanctuary 21st July - 3rd August 2008. We stayed in the
lodge which was a beautiful building set right in the middle of the
game reserve; the sanctuary itself is a really gorgeous environment
with various animals - including beautiful birds and tame big cats
(lynx etc.). The people are lovely, we got on with everyone really
well and were sad to leave. It was a great experience, one not to
be missed! - Katie and Emma
· Twice daily preparation of food for the animals and birds in the
park. This involves cutting up raw meat.
· Feeding and giving fresh water to the animals and birds twice a day.
· Daily cleaning of enclosures
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Upkeep and improvement of enclosures including repairing broken
fences, planting vegetation, etc
· Maintenance of the park such as painting and constructing new
enclosures and other buildings.
· Checking that animals are well and caring for those that require
special attention.
· Hand rearing new born animals born at the sanctuary and any that are
brought in by the public. This involves regular feeding, usually
bottle feeding with milk formula to begin with, assisting them
urinate and defecate, cleaning and grooming them, constantly
checking that they are comfortable, warm and happy. New born
animals also require feeding through the night for the first few
weeks.
· Playing and sitting with young animals to stimulate them.
· Interacting with the public extends to assisting our staff in
training and conservation awareness.
Other volunteer tasks may include:
· Conservation educational on fauna and flora in the region as well as
identification of mammals, wildlife spoor, animal dung etc.
· Observing and studying the animals and their behaviour, this
includes sleeping out in the game areas in camps.
· Doing survival training practically on the reserve.
· Building new habitats for animals on the game reserve area.
We stayed at 'African Dawn' -
it was an amazing experience, and although we were only here
for a short time we learnt so much and saw so many animals
and birds that you definitely don't see at home. the staff
at the project were so welcoming and friendly and the
hospitality and food was brilliant.
There are lots of other volunteers from many different
cultures and you get to learn so much. The experience was
definitely life touching and we will always remember our
time on the project. we really had a fun week!!!! Kerry
and John - Ireland
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Please note that
you can extend for any length of time
(min 1 week)
All Rates
Quoted in South African Rands on dorm style accommodation.
Currency Converter
First Month
ZAR 3950/week
first
month
Extra weeks
ZAR 3000
per week when staying longer than a
month
One Week Only
ZAR 4250 per week when staying
for only one week
● Accommodation
● Transfers to and from Port Elizabeth Airport
●Sponsorship for
Endangered Species Projects and sponsoring of purchasing additional
animals for breeding project.
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All meals included
● First night free accommodation at our volunteer lodge in
Jeffreys Bay
This project can be joined at any time of
the year and on any day of the week.
This project is open to
anyone over the age of 16, fairly fit and in good health.
The Project is located
between Port Elizabeth and Jeffreys Bay South Africa,
Volunteers must arrange their flights to and from Port
Elizabeth airport or to Jeffreys Bay.
Work days will be
weekdays from 7-5 with two days of per week to relax or explore the area,
most volunteers spend their days off at the Volunteer lodge
in Jeffreys Bay
J Bay Lodge
Join is in Jeffreys Bay for 5 days of fun and sun
before starting your project. Enjoy the worlds
highest Bungy Jump, Cuddle Lion Cubs, Sandboard or
Learn to Surf in the perfect wave. More Info on
Volunteer Orientation
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