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City/State: Kruger National Park |
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Country: SOUTH AFRICA
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| Work Experience International (WEI) |
P.O. Box 3288
Somerset West
South Africa
SOUTH AFRICA
7129
Phone: +27 (0)21 - 8519494
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Program description: |
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Our Conservation and Wildlife Experience programmes offer a participatory hands-on bush adventure in world-class Big 5 private game reserves in South Africa. Participants enjoy living and working on the reserve and courses are ideal for gap year travellers, students, volunteers, career gappers and nature enthusiasts.
Programme participants are given an understanding of Africa's ecosystems and its abundant wildlife. Students are provided with practical exposure to the diverse aspects of a big game area under the guidance of experienced instructors and field guides. 4 Week programmes are structured to maximize the practical interpretive experience of clients.
Activities and areas of interest that are covered during the standard 4 week programme include - animal and reptile behaviour; animal identification and tracking (including big game); game drives and game walks; endangered species research and breeding projects; game monitoring and game counts; tree & plant identification and data collection; bird identification and data collection; bush knowledge and bush skills; rifle handling and 4x4 driving; anti-poaching measures and snare control; alien plant vegetation and soil erosion; road maintenance and trail clearing; fence patrols and repair; ecotourism and conservation; game reserve management.
Accommodation at the reserves offer relaxing bush comfort with all modern conveniences. Programmes are structured to allow for a comfortable long term stay, while combining time in the bush with a variety of outdoor wilderness adventures.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18 - 35
Travel to site: Varies
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Group
No. in group: 8
Living arrangements on the program: Varies, Tents/Rustic Accommodation
How long does the program last?: 1-3 Months
What are the dates of this program: Start at the beginning of every month.
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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Students and volunteers enjoy an unforgettable working holiday in Africa while making a valuable contribution to conservation and community upliftment. This learning experience enhances participant's environmental awareness, make for a rewarding adventure with varied challenges, and a meaningful time out ...not to mention the close interaction with African wildlife !!
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Cost or price of this program: |
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GBP 1500 (4 weeks) all inclusive
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Application process Involves: |
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Complete Application Form, pay 30% deposit, balance 5 weeks before start of programme.
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