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Aussie Crew
SOUTH AFRICA
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Let your heart beat to drums of Africa, and immerse yourself in the land famous for its exotic wildlife, ancient cultures, and pristine landscapes. As part of a team of volunteers you will be given a unique opportunity to experience this amazing country like no other tourist. You will be involved in critical research in one of the most spectacular locations on the planet, Greater Kruger National Park. Staying at Balule Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park volunteers will be involved in the monitoring of African game and vegetation species in a typical “Big Five” environment. The “Big Five” consists of lion, rhino, leopard, elephant and buffalo and you could see them all.
We are currently undertaking critical research of all species BIG and small that will contribute to establishing best practice management models for private game reserves across Southern Africa. Some of the activities volunteers will be involved in include:
- Animal population dynamics – recording density of populations of species such as big five species as well as Giraffe, Zebra, Impala, Warthog and many more, through morning and afternoon game drives.
- Elephant population densisty – data capture program which will contribute to statistic gathered by the Save the Elephant foundation, statistics will include population density, in addition to identifying individuals through the recording of distinctive characteristics.
- Lion predation trends – recording of Lion prey species to establish records on prey dynamics.
The setting for this unforgettable experience is within the Greater Kruger National Park on the border of the World renown Kruger National Park and forming part of the now Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park. The transfrontier park is a peace park that links Kruger National Park with the Gonarezhou National Park in Zimbabwe, and with the Limpopo National Park in Mozambique and is absolutely critical in species survival.
A typical day on the project will consist of volunteers undertaking two game drives either one in the early morning and/or in late afternoon. Game counting is time consuming and requires late nights and early mornings. The schedule will be rotated with every person getting the opportunity to participate in morning and evening game counts, as well as the routine camp duties. Volunteers will also assist in compiling a database of information through a consistent and standardised data capture process.
The accommodation is at ‘Paradise Camp’ which is located on a small hill, approximately 700m from the banks of the Olifants River. The accommodation consists of five double chalets, of wooden construction, elevated above ground. The chalets can accommodate a maximum of 10 people. The accommodation is in an isolated location and is only used by research staff or special project groups. Amenities are minimal, but provide for a very raw and authentic wilderness experience.
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| Program Dates 2009 (14days/13 nights) | Booking |
| Sun 16th August - Sat 29th August | |
Sun 29th November - Sat 12th December |
| Program Dates 2010 (14days/13 nights) | Booking |
| Sun 4th April – Sat 17th April | |
Mon12th July - Sun 25th July |
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| Sun 19th September – Sat 2nd October | |
Sun 28th November – Sat 11th December |
Program Price: AUD$2,000 inclusive of:
- Meals, accommodation, project related transport for 14 days and 13 nights.
- Merchandise - mosquito net, wide brimmed hat, gloves, safety glasses.
- 12 Month membership to Conservation Volunteers Australia.
- CVA expenses relating to Team Liaison Officer, program marketing, and administration fees.
Program price does not include international airfares, travel insurance, or visas.
It’s easy to book - simply:
- Carefully read the Booking terms & Conditions, sign and email to bookings@cva.org.au
- Complete an Online Application Form
- Any questions? Check out our FAQ, email info@conservationvolunteers.com.au or Freecall 1800 032 501.
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