Travel Tips

Useful things to pack The activities on the reserve are hugely varied, from Bush Clearing, Elephant Population Monitoring, to Controlled Land Burning. Your hands on involvement with conservation activities means things could get messy! Think tracksuit bottoms, old clothing and waterproofs. The ongoing sustainability projects often see volunteers painting classrooms and crèches, so a set of paint-friendly clothing is advised.. . .

Short Stories from Shamwari Conservation Experience

Witnessing the birth of an antelope – Timing is everything when out on the reserve. By happenstance one of our volunteer vehicles noticed a red hartebeest in labour. . .

5 Excuses that stop you from volunteering

Volunteering is truly an opportunity for incredible change. A change for those in need, and a change for those helping them. It is an opportunity to create a. . .