Big cat sanctuary
Project name:
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary
Project purpose:
Big cat sanctuary
Project activities:
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animal rehabilitation
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animal interaction
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community awareness
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teaching
Weekly cost (approx USD):
$
592
Direct benefits you gain:
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data/statistical skills
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field research skills
Noteworthy conservation points:
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field research skills
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data/statistical skills
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
Comfortable accommodation within the sanctuary
When does the project run?
Facilities:
accommodation included, food included, electricity, electric blankets, sunset view, swimming pool on site, discount at lodge restaurant, wifi, fully equipped kitchen
How long can I stay?
Requirements:
As a minimum requirement, you will need to be passionate about animal welfare and have life experience that will help you to hit the ground running
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
This project costs $592 weekly for the first month, with subsequent weeks costing $303. Volunteers staying for 9-12 weeks pay $265 a week.
Work at the sanctuary involves caring for the lions and other big cats, monitoring their progress and behaviour, helping with visitor education and refreshments, administration and maintenance work. Examples of tasks that you may be able to help with are:
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helping out with the bi-weekly sanctuary feeding
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observing the behaviour of the lions and the progress of any new arrivals
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helping with any medical treatments required
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building new structures for enclosures and helping with maintenance work
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marketing activity, including brochure distribution to local towns and the surrounding area
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guiding school children as part of their education program
Please remember that all tasks are demand-driven, and there are no guarantees regarding what things might arise whilst you are away. It is important to be flexible and open minded. It’s a great opportunity for someone who has a keen interest in big cats, enjoys being part of a team and is prepared to get involved in all aspects of conservation work.
Reviews & ratings
Eline
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
nice experience
I spend 4 weeks at DAKTARI and i loved working with kids and animals, i learned a lot and i also got to know amazing people from all over the world! Amazing trips, nice food, lovely people and wild animals. thank you for this experience!
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
Marcia
Child and animal care volunteer
19 Dec 2021
I am still trying to find words for the to share with you our 2 weeks in the BushCamp. I just loved being around all the animals and the children from the village that comes here for us to help teaching them about the animals and nature. It was my first experience as a volunteer in another country and was just so gratifying. I could learn a lot and also teach. It is for sure a life time experience. Congratulations Michelle and Daktari's team for the wonderful work you've been doing.
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
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