Lion, Elephant and Wildlife Conservation Project in Zimbabwe

What is the Lion, Elephant and Wildlife Conservation Project in Zimbabwe all about?

Volunteer on our Lion, Elephant and Wildlife Conservation project in Zimbabwe, and work with some of Africa’s most iconic animals. This project, located at a private game park, is focused on ensuring that the resident animals, including lions and orphaned elephants, are protected, cared for and thriving. Initially focused on lion rehabilitation, the project has since evolved into a multi-discipline conservation effort. 

Join a local team dedicated to wildlife conservation and community development, and experience close encounters with magnificent creatures. Discover the incredible wildlife by participating in bush walks, game drives, game feeding, game counts, bird surveys and more!

Why choose the Lion, Elephant and Wildlife Conservation Project?

You will learn from professionals about research work and the function of high profile conservation programmes. As a volunteer, you will assist with the vital maintenance of the game park, to help ensure the overall wellbeing of the resident animals. If wildlife research and/or conservation are your field of study, this project offers both an unforgettable experience and a fantastic opportunity for you to build your CV/resume.

Role of the Conservation Volunteer

As a volunteer, you will become part of the wildlife protection team and assist with essential snare sweeps and boundary patrols, in addition to contributing to reserve management activities. You will take part in behavioural activities by making toys from natural materials to stimulate the lions’ predatory and sensory behaviours, as well as creating stimulating activities for the elephants.

The park is home to a semi-wild release pride, and as part of this project, you will be able to witness these lions, functioning as any other wild pride of lions would, within a 400-acre fenced and managed area; monitoring their social interactions, individual character traits and group dynamics.

You will also have the opportunity to engage with the local community, to raise awareness of conservation issues, and to encourage locals to become passionate about protecting our precious wildlife.

What skills do I need to be a Conservation Volunteer in Zimbabwe?

There are no specific skills required for this program. You should be of good health with a decent level of fitness. Any previous experience of riding horses would be an advantage. 

Travel during COVID times

The health and safety of our travellers and our local communities remain central to our plans for reopening countries and projects. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been adapting our programs and protocols to protect all those involved, and ask for everyone’s patience and collaboration as new rules are implemented in-country. For all projects, new standards of sanitation, procedures and social behaviours are in place, including new health and hygiene protocols and social distancing practices. You can read more here. Each location may be slightly different in the way they operate. We encourage you to inquire to your placement advisor to learn more about your specific project as you plan for your responsible return to travel!

Read all about our project reopening response to COVID-19

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