Can I volunteer to help with animals in Africa?

There are many different ways to volunteer with animals. Africa spans many climates and landscapes, creating a rich variety of biodiversity. Volunteers work in wildlife sanctuaries, spend time tracking wild herds, conduct research, and teach local communities about the importance of maintaining wildlife habitat.

How can we help lions in Africa?

Here’s what you can do to make the world a better place for lions.

  1. Adopt a lion. By adopting a lion, you’ll be making a monthly contribution which will fund the organization’s projects to protect lions and reduce human-lion conflict.
  2. Donate money to the cause.
  3. Finally, and most importantly – spread the word!

How do I work with lions?

Join a lion research project or become a volunteer caretaker at the lion orphanage. You’ll never be bored doing lion sanctuary volunteer work. Some volunteer projects only focus on lions while others focus on big cats in general or even the Big 5. For volunteer work with lions in Africa, South Africa is your best bet!

How can we help save animals in Africa?

You can work with wildlife in an animal care centre, gain wildlife veterinary experience, take part in field research, work with rhino or become a marine conservation volunteer to name but a few opportunities.

How can I travel to Africa for free?

To be eligible for a birthright trip to Africa, one has to be a U.S. citizen and between 13 and 30 years old. The person also has to be of African descent. The trips are free. Flights, hotels, food, and the cost of museums are covered by Birthright Africa and its partners.

Can I work with lions?

As a volunteer at our lion conservation projects, you’ll get the unique opportunity to study lions in the wild, help care for sick and injured lions, and learn about important conservation issues such as canned lion hunting and cub cuddling.

How much does it cost to volunteer in Africa?

Flights and Visa Requirements So, for a two-week volunteer stint in South Africa, it will cost $2,001 on the lower end, and $5,657 on the higher end.