2 independent reviews for Volunteer with children & animals in South Africa
Reviews for Volunteer with children & animals in South Africa
Anne Burrill review 24 Oct 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
The overall experience of a volunteer project that actually may have some positive impact.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
If you have European plugs you don't need to buy South African converters - there is a place you can charge your phones and computers.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes... while it had some impact on the individual animals that are hosted in the animal orphanage, the main benefit is on the children who come to spend a week at the center. There is a well structured programme that provides them with an exposure to a range of environmental issues and the possibility for some small group contact with the volunteers to explore social and environmental issues and think about how they can contribute to their community and their country.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Very good.tracy ciotti review 24 Apr 2014
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Being able to go into the meercat enclosure and play with them. Getting to accompany the children to Makalali and guide them through the different areas of the game reserve to show them possible jobs they could have. Most terrifying- being chased by a porcupine (she was pretty tame, but I didn't know that at the time).2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Go through the teaching materials so that you are comfortable with the material. There WILL be other volunteers to help teach the stuff, but the more you have to contribute, the better. Everyone has a point of view, and it's good for the children to see yours. Also, if you can find an English-Sepedi dictionary, that would come in VERY handy. Sometimes you get stuck and you realize that the kids have NO IDEA what you are talking about. If you sign up to lead a lesson, ask someone about the props that might be available. You don't have to re-invent the wheel.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
YES!4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
It was AMAZING! Getting close to the animals, getting close to the kids and helping the kids understand their heritage and how awesome it is to live in South Africa!Holiday Reviews
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