Cheetah Conservation and Research Project in South Africa
Contribute to the preservation of the threatened cheetah species in the South African savannah.
Durations: 1 - 12 weeks
35 hrs of fieldwork per week
1:6 staff to participant ratio
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Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
Program information
Discover the savannah landscapes of South Africa when you join an international team of volunteers assisting in the research of the world’s fastest land mammal, the cheetah. On this program, you’ll develop an in-depth understanding of this fascinating, vulnerable species and contribute to valuable data collection initiatives to ensure its longevity.
Everyone’s invited. Get up to 80% of your program fees covered.
GVI Foundation Grants are now available for conservation programs abroad. Up to ZAR 100,000 based on your motivation and circumstances. Apply by 30 Nov.
Book with confidence
Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
Included in your program, at no extra cost.
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Enjoy a night sky safari
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