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Touch the heartbeat and rhythm of Africa at this exclusive Game Lodge in the Eastern Cape only 60 kilometres from Port Elizabeth in the Greater Addo Area. ************This is a great opportunity to inlcude and combine a Eastern Cape Cultural Tour which will show you areas of the country that many people do not visit. YOU can experience wildlife - up close and personal - as very few people will by working behind the scenes with professionals. This fifth generation, family run Game Reserve and Safari Lodge will ensure your hospitable experience while creating a wildlife experience, which will capture your imagination, refresh your soul and conserve our natural heritage!   The Reserve is a successful conservation project which has seen the re-introduction of lion, elephant, white rhino, giraffe, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest and many antelope species. During your experience YOU will gain a holistic understanding of the ecology of the land and a history of the people. YOU will gain first hand experience of how a Game Ranch is managed from a unique behind the scenes viewpoint. YOU are the student and the classroom is the Reserve. Get involved in game and conservation management, learn new life skills and contribute to social projects in the area. And on a longer stay you may even enjoy the luxury of a 4/5 Star Lodge as a guest. YOUR donation included in the project fee will contribute to the long-term sustainability of the project. On your return home you may continue to support the project with on-going donations directly into the projects account. PROJECT OUTLINE | Project | Wildlife Experience - Volunteer on a Game Reserve | Code: AGR | Province | Eastern Cape | Closest City | Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown | Malaria-free area | Yes | Vaccinations | Tetanus recommended | Duration | Minimum: 5 consecutive days, we recommended a 28 days stay Maximum: 12 weeks | Requirements | None | Costs* | Full Board Weeks | Single | Twin | 1 | From R 7, 740 | From R 7, 740 | 2 | From R11, 660 | From R11, 660 | 4 | From R19, 380 | From R19, 380 | 6 | From R27, 190 | From R27, 190 | 8 | From R35, 070 | From R35, 070 | 12 | From R50, 550 | From R50, 550 |
| Combination | This project can be combined with any other project | Inclusions | - Twin/ Single Accommodation
- Project donation
- Airport collection and drop-off
- Orientation programme and project specific training
- Meals
| Exclusions | - Flights
- Visa costs
- Travel Insurance
- In-country transport
- Costs and items of a personal nature
| Recommended Tours | See Sightseeing and Tours section for full details To be advised | Hours | 5 day week Normally weekdays (4 week project stay may differ slightly) 06:30- 17:00 (hours may change daily) | Accommodation | Housed in the newly renovated Old Railway Station Internet, satellite TV, outside barbeque or "braai" area Rooms serviced daily, Laundry service available | Transport | Collected and dropped off at project area. | Meals | All meals included prepared by the Reserve chef and staff | Host Resources | Orientation provided Training provided | Possible Exposure to | - Overnight 4/5 Star Lodge experience (for longer stays only)
- Game drives - animal identification and tracking
- Game capturing and Game management (re-introducing, counting, culling)
- Anti -poaching and alien vegetation
- Assist the resident vet in darting and post mortems
- Over night camping and survival
- Guided walks and trails
- Birding orientation and list, Bird hide and trail construction
- Building of bomas (enclosures for newly introduced animals)
- Land management (burning, grazing patterns, roads, water and fencing)
- Medicinal use of plants, First aid
- Assist with the Born Free Foundation animals
- Entomology collection, Geology and paleontology
- Community Service in under-privileged schools and conservation centre
- Visit the local crocodile centre, Canoeing, horse riding, boating, Star gazing
- Art workshops
- Learn about the local Xhosa culture
- Learn about emergency vehicle repairs
- Learn Target shooting
- Learn about food preparation and wine tasting
- Learn history from the Stone Age to the Frontier period
- Learn about dairy and sheep farming and so much more
| * Prices subject to change without prior notice |
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