Reviews for Care For Wild Africa Rhino Sanctuary
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I wouldn’t change anything from my experience at these projects because they are such a powerful thing to be a part of.
If you are looking to book a conservation project, ACE is 100% the way to go!
My boyfriend and I went on a two-month experience with African Conservation Experience (ACE) and we had such an amazing trip! ACE were super easy to get in contact with during our experience and the team did such a good job at planning our trip and making us feel welcome throughout.
By volunteering with ACE, I’ve been able to build my confidence so much, and it’s given me a huge amount of knowledge to help me with my university studies.
I felt safe at every project and made friendships with staff members and other volunteers that have lasted until this day. I would highly recommend volunteering through ACE at these projects!
African Conservation Experience is the company to travel with for wildlife volunteering because they are so organised and professional. They are wonderful!
Being met by ACE at the airport when we arrived, and seeing us on our flight home, made the whole travel experience very easy!
The level of support I received from ACE was great. I went to four different projects and I was completely looked after. The whole ACE team is always there for you!
My experience was amazing and I would book with ACE again without a second thought. They were really understanding and supportive throughout the whole booking process.
I would discuss my thoughts and plans with the ACE team and they helped to advise me on which projects would be best for a more comprehensive understanding of wildlife industries, which will go on to help me in the future. Whilst in South Africa, I was able to contact the ACE team 24/7.
The support provided was excellent, ACE were there 24/7! If I had a question they would always answer it very quickly.
ACE is more than just a facilitator to help get you out there, they truly care about your experience and happiness at the projects.
For me, volunteering was the beginning of what I want to do forever in my life.
If you want to help conservation efforts, experience working in conservation, learn about animals, visit Africa and work hard, then this is the program for you!
I want to continue being part of the voices which help the voiceless.
These people are the best people to work with. They know what they are doing and are very passionate about rhinos.
If you are thinking about going, go! It is life-changing and it’s amazing to see how professional and dedicated everyone is on the project sites. To work with all kinds of people all around the world and to learn so much about the situation in Africa around the wildlife is fantastic.
Meeting the baby rhinos on our first full day is something I will remember for the rest of my life, who knew that baby rhinos make such endearingly sweet noises!
I have to say that my trip to Care for Wild was just a completely next level experience.
I think the most important thing to remember at Care for Wild is that you are there for the Rhinos. It’s not a petting zoo or a photo shoot. You can touch them, and you can take photos, but you are there to help them.
Yes, it is hard work. Yes, you will be tired. Yes, you will smell of dung, teff and milk. Yes, you will get up at early hours. Yes, you will endure cold showers. But trust me when I say it is all so worth it.
When I say “once in a lifetime experience” that barely scratches the surface of my amazing Care for Wild volunteer experience.
I highly recommend that anyone thinking about going to Africa to volunteer, does so with ACE, as they make sure your experience is what you want it to be.
I chose to participate in the Shimongwe Wildlife Veterinary Experience because I am currently a pre-veterinary student in university and wanted to gain hands-on experience with wildlife veterinary medicine – and that is exactly what I got, so much hands-on experience!
I would recommend this project to anyone who is thinking about working as a wildlife vet. You get a lot of hands on experience and also get to learn about common diseases and medications used in the field.
I work with animals on a day to day basis, but it has always been a dream to work with and interact closely with African species and to use my qualification and skills to make a difference. I chose ACE as I wanted to go somewhere ETHICAL – as this is very important to me – and I definitely found an ethical company!
We were amazed at how many cheetahs were visible not far from the road going through the preserve. We were also fortunate to participate in a cheetah de-collaring.
I’ve been back four times and each time my experience has been unique and exceeded all my expectations.
I would highly recommend the Shimongwe Wildlife Veterinary Experience to anyone with a veterinary background, whether that be a vet/vet student or veterinary nurse/nurse student, who has an interest in wildlife and conservation and wants to test themselves and take their veterinary skills and knowledge to the next level.
So in the end, we learnt so much about the variety of things involved with wildlife conservation. The response and support from ACE on the ground in SA was amazing and if you ever get the chance to spend some time with Martin and the team, it’ll never be enough - they know so much and are so passionate about what they do!
My time at Care for Wild Africa Rhino Sanctuary can best be described as life changing! It is a magical place.
Being able to work so closely with rhinos was incredible at Care For Wild Africa, whilst Phinda was one of the best experiences of my life.
I have several great memories. Too many to single out any particular one; from seeing Wild Dogs in Nthaba, feeding the baby rhinos at Care for Wild, to the day in Kruger National Park. Fantastic!
Life changing, inspirational and heart-warming are just 3 words to describe Care for Wild, but in all honesty, words cannot describe this experience, it’s phenomenal! Waking up to the sound of the resident lions and hippos helps with the early morning starts and the views from site are sensational.
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