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Volunteer at the marine rescue centre

Volunteer at the marine rescue centre
Set across the bay from Cape Town, in Table View, this penguin rescue center has cared for over 83,000 seabirds during its 38 years. Primarily set up to rehabilitate African Penguins during major oil spills, the center now has a mandate from the South African government to oversee the rehabilitation of a number of seabirds, including pelicans and even the odd albatross!

You will learn how to catch, handle, feed, tube and administer medication to a variety of seabirds, as well as assist in the Intensive Care Unit.

You may even sail to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, now one of the world's largest penguin colonies, to release the penguins you have been working with.

Living in stunning South Africa

Your home will be our selected hostel. Your home is 20-25 minutes walk one way to the Marine Centre and 15 minutes walk the other way - to the beach. An ideal location!

You will typically volunteer at the centre 5 days a week leaving a couple of days free each week to check out the beach or explore all that Cape Town has to offer, the Waterfront, Camps Bay and the evening life on Long Street.

This program is ideal for independent travelers or couples as you will be free to make friends from our secure and friendly surroundings.

We provide you with a simple food allowance to purchase your breakfast, lunch etc in the local markets as full cooking and storage facilities are available at your accommodation.

PLUS: MOUNTAIN BIKING WINE TOUR or TABLE MOUNTAIN

To ensure your complete South Africa experience on a day off, we include a mountain biking adventure, from the top of the famous Table Mountain - a thrilling experience!

Alternatively you can select a more laid back day. A mountain biking wine tour through three of Stellenbosch's vineyards. Of course wine tasting is included!

Duration

6 weeks

Start Dates

2010

18th January
1st February
15th February
1st March
15th March
29th March
12th April
26th April
10th May
24th May
7th June
21th June
5th July
19th July
2nd August
16th August
30th August
13th September
27th September
11th October
25th October
8th November
22th November
6th December
20th December

Costs / Benefits

£1,600 for 6 weeks

All accommodationn, food, in country transfers and training provided.

Requirements

No requirements as all training will be provided.