Namibia Wildlife Care & Conservation Program
Location
Namibia
Ideal Duration
2-12 Weeks
Start of Program
Anytime
About the Program
Wildlife Conservation Volunteer Program – Namibia
Experience life on a working wildlife reserve in Namibia while contributing to meaningful conservation, anti-poaching, rehabilitation, and research projects.
Set on a large private reserve just outside Windhoek, this program gives volunteers the opportunity to contribute to the care, rehabilitation, and protection of African wildlife. The organisation works with injured, orphaned, and conflict wildlife, while also supporting local communities and partnering with government conservation efforts.
Volunteers may work with a wide variety of species, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, baboons, meerkats, antelope, birds, elephants, rhinos, and more. The focus is on real conservation, rehabilitation, and release wherever possible.
Duration & Availability
Volunteers can stay for a minimum of 2 weeks, with longer stays recommended to get the most out of the experience. Stays of up to 3 months are available. The program runs throughout the year, and volunteers can arrive on any day of the week.
Training & Support
Training and guidance are provided throughout your stay. Volunteers are placed in smaller groups to ensure a more personal experience and better support during daily activities. Experienced coordinators and field staff are on hand throughout the program, and a 24-hour emergency contact number is available at all times.
What Volunteers Do
Activities vary depending on the needs of the sanctuary and wildlife at any given time, but typically include:
Preparing food and feeding animals
Assisting with animal care and enrichment
Joining predator tracking and spoor tracking activities
Monitoring free-roaming elephants and rhinos
Participating in game counts and camera trap research
Assisting with reserve maintenance projects
Supporting human-wildlife conflict mitigation
Patrolling with field teams
Learning about anti-poaching work and conservation challenges
Experiencing K9 unit training and activities
Observing wildlife rehabilitation and release work
Visiting off-site conservation projects, including coastal clean-ups and wildlife monitoring
Volunteers on longer stays may also take part in additional projects and activities across the reserve.
Please note: when volunteers participate in rhino monitoring activities, they are typically given either the morning or afternoon off due to the long hours involved in the field.
A Typical Day
No two days are the same, but most start early with breakfast, followed by morning feeds, food preparation, animal care, or field activities. Throughout the day, volunteers may track wildlife, assist with research, help with reserve maintenance, or take part in anti-poaching and monitoring work. Afternoons usually include a field activity before returning to camp for dinner and free time.
Impact Highlights
30,000+ km walked by anti-poaching teams protecting wildlife
10 poachers apprehended with support from anti-poaching units and K9 teams
1.7+ million camera trap images analysed
124 animals collared and released for monitoring and research
208 animals released back into the wild
441 carnivore conflict cases addressed
76 camera traps installed across 19 farms
22.5 tons of pollution collected through coastal conservation projects
100,400 hectares of land protected
Wildlife Conservation Volunteer Program – Namibia
Experience life on a working wildlife reserve in Namibia while contributing to meaningful conservation, anti-poaching, rehabilitation, and research projects.
Set on a large private reserve just outside Windhoek, this program gives volunteers the opportunity to contribute to the care, rehabilitation, and protection of African wildlife. The organisation works with injured, orphaned, and conflict wildlife, while also supporting local communities and partnering with government conservation efforts.
Volunteers may work with a wide variety of species, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, baboons, meerkats, antelope, birds, elephants, rhinos, and more. The focus is on real conservation, rehabilitation, and release wherever possible.
Duration & Availability
Volunteers can stay for a minimum of 2 weeks, with longer stays recommended to get the most out of the experience. Stays of up to 3 months are available. The program runs throughout the year, and volunteers can arrive on any day of the week.
Training & Support
Training and guidance are provided throughout your stay. Volunteers are placed in smaller groups to ensure a more personal experience and better support during daily activities. Experienced coordinators and field staff are on hand throughout the program, and a 24-hour emergency contact number is available at all times.
What Volunteers Do
Activities vary depending on the needs of the sanctuary and wildlife at any given time, but typically include:
Preparing food and feeding animals
Assisting with animal care and enrichment
Joining predator tracking and spoor tracking activities
Monitoring free-roaming elephants and rhinos
Participating in game counts and camera trap research
Assisting with reserve maintenance projects
Supporting human-wildlife conflict mitigation
Patrolling with field teams
Learning about anti-poaching work and conservation challenges
Experiencing K9 unit training and activities
Observing wildlife rehabilitation and release work
Visiting off-site conservation projects, including coastal clean-ups and wildlife monitoring
Volunteers on longer stays may also take part in additional projects and activities across the reserve.
Please note: when volunteers participate in rhino monitoring activities, they are typically given either the morning or afternoon off due to the long hours involved in the field.
A Typical Day
No two days are the same, but most start early with breakfast, followed by morning feeds, food preparation, animal care, or field activities. Throughout the day, volunteers may track wildlife, assist with research, help with reserve maintenance, or take part in anti-poaching and monitoring work. Afternoons usually include a field activity before returning to camp for dinner and free time.
Impact Highlights
30,000+ km walked by anti-poaching teams protecting wildlife
10 poachers apprehended with support from anti-poaching units and K9 teams
1.7+ million camera trap images analysed
124 animals collared and released for monitoring and research
208 animals released back into the wild
441 carnivore conflict cases addressed
76 camera traps installed across 19 farms
22.5 tons of pollution collected through coastal conservation projects
100,400 hectares of land protected
Details
Accommodation
Volunteers stay in twin or triple-share tents, with same-gender sharing unless travelling as a couple. Linen and towels are provided, and most dietary requirements can be accommodated.
Facilities include:
Shared bathrooms
Laundry service
Swimming pool
Gym area
Wi-Fi access
Small shop and bar for snacks and drinks
What's Included
Airport transfers to and from Windhoek
Accommodation
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Tea and coffee
Arrival orientation and induction
Training and guidance throughout the program
Support from experienced program coordinators
One volunteer uniform set (T-shirt and trousers)
Free Wi-Fi
Laundry service
Access to the pool and gym area
Uniforms must be worn during working hours. The first set is included in the program fee; additional items can be purchased if needed.
What's Not Included
Flights
Visas
Travel insurance
Drinks and snacks
Souvenirs and merchandise
Optional extra activities
Sleeping bag
Requirements
Must be 18 years or older
No prior experience required
Willingness to work hard and be flexible
Comfortable working outdoors in hot, dusty, and physically demanding conditions
Able to walk, stand for long periods, and work on uneven terrain
Suitable travel insurance is required
Conservation Ethos
This program follows an ethical conservation approach focused on responsible wildlife care, research, rehabilitation, and release wherever possible. Volunteers contribute to real conservation work while supporting long-term solutions for wildlife protection, habitat preservation, and human-wildlife conflict mitigation.
Optional Extras
During free time or on weekends, volunteers may have the opportunity to enjoy:
Horseback riding
Visiting Windhoek
Local tours and sightseeing
Cultural visits
Safari experiences
Why Choose This Program
Work with a wide range of African wildlife species
Take part in real anti-poaching, research, and tracking activities
Experience Namibia's bush, desert, and coastal environments
Learn from experienced conservation staff and field teams
Join small volunteer groups for more personal guidance
Support an organisation making a measurable conservation impact
Gain hands-on experience in wildlife care, rehabilitation, and monitoring
This program is ideal for volunteers who want more than just sightseeing — it offers the chance to be part of real conservation work, gain practical field experience, and explore Namibia's incredible wildlife and landscapes in a meaningful way.
Please Note
Wildlife conservation work is unpredictable, and activities may change depending on weather, veterinary cases, animal needs, staffing, or sanctuary priorities. Flexibility is essential, but every day offers a unique and rewarding experience.
Pricing
Length of Stay | Total Price (ZAR) |
|---|---|
2 Weeks | R 24,241.28 |
3 Weeks | R 36,361.92 |
4 Weeks | R 48,482.56 |
5 Weeks | R 60,603.20 |
6 Weeks | R 72,723.84 |
7 Weeks | R 82,429.76 |
8 Weeks | R 89,940.48 |
9 Weeks | R 97,937.28 |
10 Weeks | R 107,172.80 |
11 Weeks | R 115,906.56 |
12 Weeks | R 124,279.68 |
Accommodation
Volunteers stay in twin or triple-share tents, with same-gender sharing unless travelling as a couple. Linen and towels are provided, and most dietary requirements can be accommodated.
Facilities include:
Shared bathrooms
Laundry service
Swimming pool
Gym area
Wi-Fi access
Small shop and bar for snacks and drinks
What's Included
Airport transfers to and from Windhoek
Accommodation
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Tea and coffee
Arrival orientation and induction
Training and guidance throughout the program
Support from experienced program coordinators
One volunteer uniform set (T-shirt and trousers)
Free Wi-Fi
Laundry service
Access to the pool and gym area
Uniforms must be worn during working hours. The first set is included in the program fee; additional items can be purchased if needed.
What's Not Included
Flights
Visas
Travel insurance
Drinks and snacks
Souvenirs and merchandise
Optional extra activities
Sleeping bag
Requirements
Must be 18 years or older
No prior experience required
Willingness to work hard and be flexible
Comfortable working outdoors in hot, dusty, and physically demanding conditions
Able to walk, stand for long periods, and work on uneven terrain
Suitable travel insurance is required
Conservation Ethos
This program follows an ethical conservation approach focused on responsible wildlife care, research, rehabilitation, and release wherever possible. Volunteers contribute to real conservation work while supporting long-term solutions for wildlife protection, habitat preservation, and human-wildlife conflict mitigation.
Optional Extras
During free time or on weekends, volunteers may have the opportunity to enjoy:
Horseback riding
Visiting Windhoek
Local tours and sightseeing
Cultural visits
Safari experiences
Why Choose This Program
Work with a wide range of African wildlife species
Take part in real anti-poaching, research, and tracking activities
Experience Namibia's bush, desert, and coastal environments
Learn from experienced conservation staff and field teams
Join small volunteer groups for more personal guidance
Support an organisation making a measurable conservation impact
Gain hands-on experience in wildlife care, rehabilitation, and monitoring
This program is ideal for volunteers who want more than just sightseeing — it offers the chance to be part of real conservation work, gain practical field experience, and explore Namibia's incredible wildlife and landscapes in a meaningful way.
Please Note
Wildlife conservation work is unpredictable, and activities may change depending on weather, veterinary cases, animal needs, staffing, or sanctuary priorities. Flexibility is essential, but every day offers a unique and rewarding experience.
Pricing
Length of Stay | Total Price (ZAR) |
|---|---|
2 Weeks | R 24,241.28 |
3 Weeks | R 36,361.92 |
4 Weeks | R 48,482.56 |
5 Weeks | R 60,603.20 |
6 Weeks | R 72,723.84 |
7 Weeks | R 82,429.76 |
8 Weeks | R 89,940.48 |
9 Weeks | R 97,937.28 |
10 Weeks | R 107,172.80 |
11 Weeks | R 115,906.56 |
12 Weeks | R 124,279.68 |
