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HESC - Wildlife Conservation Experience - South Africa

€830,00

The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC) has established itself as one  of the leading private research and breeding facilities for endangered species in South Africa.

HESC offers the opportunity to experience, first hand, the work of the centre. This program is divided into 3 main sections: Participation, Conservation and Sightseeing. You will have the opportunity to work with cheetah, wild dog, white rhino and many other animal species.

Collections: Adventure Travel, Wildlife Volunteering

Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre Cheetah
Accommodation and Facilities

Accommodation

Accommodation consists of 6 twin thatched huts (max 2 people per hut/ 12 participants in total) in Nungu Camp, situated within the boundaries of the Big 5 Kapama Private Game Reserve. Separate facilities are available for male and female participants. Accommodation is simple, clean and comfortable, and each hut is fitted with adequate power points. Three meals per day are prepared by participants in the camp – a valuable team building experience in itself. There is a kitchen with a fridge in the camp, as well as barbeque facilities.

Facilities

The closest town is Hoedspruit, which is approximately 25km from the reserve. Regular trips to town can be organised for supplies, banking or internet facilities. Telephone facilities are available (at participant’s own expense). Basic laundry facilities for hand-­washing are available in the camp. Sundays are spent at leisure.

Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre Rhino Care
Included and Excluded

Included

• Transfers between Hoedspruit’s Eastgate Airport and the centre
• Accommodation
• Daily meals
• Specified activities
• Full support from programme facilitators
• Weekly trips to town 

Excluded

• Transport fees for any additional activities.
• Flights to Hoedspruit’s Eastgate Airport
• Travel Insurance (to include cover for repatriation)
• Visa where required

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Community Work

As part programme, participants may be involved with initiatives at underprivileged schools in the local communities.

In April 2016, HESC partnered with Lumukisa Primary School, located in Acornhoek, Mpumalanga, South Africa. The school supports 987 pupils and 19 teachers.

During this visit, the HESC student co‐ordinators handed over a donation of  vegetable seeds and holders and also introduced the Rhino Art programme to the pupils. As part of this collaboration, the Top 10 students from each class also have the opportunity to visit HESC for a walking tour each term.

  • Duration

    • 3 weeks - A basic conservation course, consisting of a theoretical component, followed by active participation in practical exercises. 1 week programmes are available on request.

    Aim of the Programme

    • To equip participants with the aptitude in conserving the wildlife of Southern Africa; to build awareness of conservation on a broader global scale; and to facilitate the experience of the beauty and rich diversity of South Africa.

    Programme Facilitators

    • Participants will work side-by-­side with the centre’s full-time personnel. All personel have a contagious passion for conservation, and are dedicated to sharing their knowledge and expertise about the African bushveld and its inhabitants. 

    Requirements

    • Be eager to learn and to participate in HESC’s conservation work
    • Have a desire to make a difference while gaining invaluable experience and knowledge
    • Be prepared to work hard and be a team player
    • Be willing to get dirty and work hands-on with the animals in their habitat
    • Have a true love of wildlife and genuine concern for conservation
    • Be prepared to have some fun

    Malaria & Vaccinations

    • Although HESC is in a low-risk Malaria area, participants may have the opportunity to travel into the greater Kruger National Park area which is considered a Malaria zone. We advise participants to consult with their doctor for any vaccinations or about the use of malaria tablets before their travels to South Africa

    Hands-On Experience

    • Working with cheetah, wild dog, white rhino and many other animal species (including those born at HESC and those rescued)
    • Preparation of food and feeding of the animals
    • Possibility of working with the wildlife vet (including darting and capturing for the purpose of operating, blood sampling or translocation of animals, as well as assisting with post-mortems)
    • Possibility of assisting in the hand-rearing of animals
    • Local community involvement (e.g. visiting schools in rural areas) 

    Informal Lectures

    • Conservation
    • Animal identification
    • Plants and ecology
    • Astronomy
    • Survival
    • Firearm handling and safety
    • Tracks and signs
    • South African history and cultural diversity
    • Veterinary procedures

    Fun Activities

    • A trip to the reptile park
    • Identification of plants on walking excursions
    • Tracking in the bush
    • A trip to Kruger National Park
    • Stargazing
    • Natural and traditional food preparation
    • Game drives

    Packing List

    • Sunscreen and hat
    • Insect repellent
    • Torch
    • Comfortable walking boots and socks
    • Camera
    • Books to read
    • Laptop or any other personal device
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Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre

HESC is located in the Limpopo Province in Hoedspruit, South Africa

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