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Volunteering at Kuzikus

Work independently and share your experience and knowledge in the heart of the Kalahari.

Volunteering at Kuzikus is more than work: it is an experience for life. Volunteers work in return for free board and lodging, with no programme fee. Open to applicants aged 25 and over with a good command of English, for stays of up to three months. 

Why Volunteers Are So Important at Kuzikus

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Volunteers support ongoing projects such as rhino monitoring, vegetation mapping and wildlife observation. They learn directly from experienced biologists and Khwe San trackers and make a real contribution to preserving biodiversity, while enjoying plenty of scope for personal development in a unique and challenging environment.

Possible Areas of Work: Bring Your Talents

There are meaningful tasks even without directly relevant experience. If you have a particular talent or knowledge not listed here, please feel free to get in touch.

Accommodation & Meals

CampTent accommodation for volunteers at Kuzikus Wildlife Reserve, Kalahari, Namibia

Volunteers stay in simple but attractive lodge tents at the Research Camp, around one kilometre from the lodge. Full board is provided, with breakfast at camp and other meals at the lodge, along with access to the research laboratory and Wi-Fi.

Work & Leisure

Monday to Saturday
Work starts: 08:00
Lunch break: 13:00 to 15:00
End of the working day: around 20:00

Application Requirements

A two-week trial period at the beginning of your stay allows both sides to check that expectations and tasks are a good fit.

GETTING HERE

You book your own flight to Windhoek’s international airport. We organise your transfer from Hosea Kutako International Airport to Kuzikus free of charge. Depending on your flight times, an overnight stay in Windhoek may be advisable.

ADDRESS 

Kuzikus Wildlife Reserve & Astronomy Guest Farm
Berend & Dr. Friedrich F. Reinhard
Private Bag 13112
9000 Windhoek, Namibia

Call via WhatsApp: +26 4817 402 808
Email: info@kuzikus-namibia.com

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