Travel Tree City/State: Hoedspruit Country: SOUTH AFRICA Horse Safari Work Experience, Karongwe REQUEST MORE INFORMATION »» Yomps 10 Woodland Way Sussex UNITED KINGDOM BN1 8BA Phone: 0845 006 1435 www.yomps.co.uk Program description: Experience a new aspect to equine work and management in a totally new and wild environment. Based deep in the heart of the South African lowveld, in a ‘Big Five’ game reserve, participants will be a back-up rider on horse safaris and help to manage a herd of 40 stunning safari horses, to gain a new perspective on horse work whilst creating the memories of a lifetime! This South African horse safari work experience programme is designed for anyone who is passionate about horses. For 12 weeks, participants joining this horse safari trip will gain fantastic equine work experience as they canter across the open plains of South Africa and work with some beautiful horses. Whether you want to work with horses as part of your gap year, fancy exploring South Africa on a career break with a difference or just want to have a remarkable equine adventure that takes you to see some of the most remarkable wildlife from horseback, this Yomps Horse Safari Work Experience in South Africa is for you! The programme is designed for dedicated and very experienced riders of the classical English style, who would relish the chance to become a member of the exclusive ‘Wait a Little’ horse safari operation, as a backup groom and guide for their horse safaris. Working alongside seasoned professionals with years of experience under their belts, you will join the team and contribute towards the day to day running of the horse safari operation. This Yomps Horse Safari Work Experience programme gives you the opportunity to discover and practice a multitude of skills associated with managing a herd of horses used on safaris in Africa. This includes activities such as riding; general stable management; feeding, schooling and grooming the horses; and interacting with your team members as well as the ‘Wait a Little’ guests. It will take approximately two weeks to train you as a back up rider and the ‘Wait a Little’ team will assist you with any questions. Participants ride as a trusted backup rider when taking groups of up to six people out into the reserve. You will be extremely safe, as you ride with our knowledgeable guide, roaming through the African lowveld and learning about the ‘bush’ and the animals that live in it. Situated on Karongwe Game Reserve – a vast expanse of over 8,500 hectares of pure African lowveld, this Yomps volunteering experience is for anybody who wants an equine work adventure with a difference. As you ride on horseback, you may see lions, hippo, elephants, cheetah, rhino’s, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest and perhaps even one of the many illusive leopards of Karongwe! Available to applicants from experienced equine environments, the Horse Safari Work Experience will provide you with new skills, knowledge and a valued equine experience. General program information: Program open to: Everyone Age range: 20 - 50 Travel to site: Independent Travel Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Group No. in group: 2 Living arrangements on the program: Varies, Tents/Rustic Accommodation, Group living, Independent Living How long does the program last?: 1-3 Months What are the dates of this program: 01 Mar to 31 May 2009, 01 Apr to 30 Jun 2009, 01 Jul to 30 Sep 2009, 01 Aug to 30 Sep 2009, 01 Dec 2009 to 31 Jan 2010, 01 Feb to 31 Mar 2010, 01 Mar to 30 Apr 2010, 01 Apr to 31 May 2010, 01 May to 30 Jun 2010, 01 Jun to 31 Aug 2010, 01 Jul to 30 Sep 2010, 01 Sep to 30 Nov 2010, 01 Nov 2010 to 31 Jan 2011, 01 Dec 2010 to 28 Feb 2011, 01 Feb to 30 Apr 2011, 01 Mar to 31 May 2011, 01 May to 31 Jul 2011, 01 Jun to 31 Aug 2011, 01 Aug to 31 Oct 2011, 01 Sep to 30 Nov 2011, 01 Nov 2011 to 31 Jan 2012, 01 Dec 2011 to 29 Feb 2012... Benefits and advantages of the program: What's included? Pre-departure support A comprehensive field manual containing information about the project and what to take, plus lots more A 24-hour emergency phone line in the UK Pick-up from the designated rendezvous point on the first day All ground transport whilst on the project All meals whilst on the project Tents and bedrolls (please bring a sleeping bag) All riding Training Drinks - including alcohol Accommodation Transfers from the local airports and selected excursions (usually those focusing on African wildlife) Discounted access to Smugmug services – a secure way of storing your photos while travelling. 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