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"If you not only love African Animals but truly care about their conservation, want to see them rehabilitated and thrive in their natural habitats - then this is the experience for you.” Michaela

Designed for students or anyone with a keen interest in African wildlife, this special Wildlife Rehabilitation and Captive Care program is the ideal experience for those interested in pursuing a career in veterinary wildlife or zoology fields. 

Participants will gain first-hand experience of wildlife husbandry in sessions led by the most experienced members of the sanctuary team.  You’ll gain an understanding of species-specific behaviours and learn about the role of the sanctuary in rescue, rehabilitation and release through a busy itinerary packed with theory and practical sessions.  Furthermore, this group will get a front-row seat for any unexpected veterinary activities going on during their visit, including call-outs and rescues. 

Offered twice each year, in February and September, the program is capped at 10 participants per intake.  The 2 week Captive Care program can easily be combined with a week or more of general wildlife volunteering at the sanctuary and/or time spent at one of the remote wildlife research projects studying carnivores, elephant or wild dog populations.

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Important note
2020 price increases come into effect 1st December – book by 30th November for current rates.  
  • 2020 Dates : 02 – 15 Feb,  27 Sep – 10 Oct Payment plans available
  • 2021 Dates : 31 Jan – 13 Feb, 19 Sep – 02 Oct Payment plans available
  • Pricing:
    • 2 weeks Rehab & Captive Care program AU$2,645 / £1,520 
    • 3 weeks (inc 1 week Sanctuary program) AU$3,545 / £2,040
    • 3 weeks (inc 1 week Research program) AU$3,825 / £2,198 
    • 4 weeks (inc 1 week Sanctuary & 1 week Research) AU$4,725 / £2,718 
    • Additional Sanctuary weeks + $900 / £520 
  • Minimum Age : 18 if solo, 16+ if accompanied by a parent/guardian
  • Fly In/Out : Windhoek (WDH)
  • What’s included: All meals, accommodation, return airport transfers, 24/7 support
  • What’s not included: Flights
  • Accommodation: Twin-share rooms or safari tents (with proper beds)
  • Food:  3 delicious meals per day are provided for you