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Escape the Ordinary: Book Your Adventure in Namibia's Wildlife Sanctuary for a Conservation Journey Off-the-Grid!
Volunteer abroad in Namibia with International Volunteer HQ

Volunteer in Namibia

Go off the beaten trail on International Volunteer HQ’s unique Namibia volunteer abroad program in Southern Africa. Volunteers are based at a wildlife sanctuary surrounded by nature in the beautiful central highlands of Namibia. Help care for and protect injured, orphaned and conflict African wildlife, including lions, leopards, antelope, baboons, birds, and more! With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 156,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Namibia.

Highlights:
  • Wildlife Conservation project available year-round
  • Program Fees from $1375 for 2 weeks
  • Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals, and 24/7 in-country support
  • Stay in semi-permanent tents with other volunteers at the wildlife sanctuary

  • Volunteer with a world-famous conservation organization and help protect iconic African animals

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Key information

Fully hosted experience from $1375
Volunteer from 2 - 12 weeks
Ages 18+ and 12+ accompanied
Based at a wildlife sanctuary
Projects align with UN Sustainable Development Goals
Impact driven projects run by locals
B Corporation certified organization
Get up close with African animals

Volunteer opportunities in Namibia

Protects animals

6-7 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $1375

  • Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based at a wildlife sanctuary
  • Volunteers aged 18+

Volunteer at a wildlife sanctuary in Namibia's central highlands. Help care for and rehabilitate orphaned, injured or conflict wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, wild dogs, caracals, warthogs, antelope, baboons, birds, and more!

What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience

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Amelia Wysocka

I gained an in depth understanding of how living in Namibia is really like, with all the wild animals and the scorching heat.

My advice to others joining would be to take in every single moment as they really are moments you would not be able to experience anywhere else.

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Zih-Cheng Hung

Preparation steps are clear and concise, so I knew exactly what to do. The local team are all very friendly and helpful, really appreciate their effort for making me feel comfortable. I feel like I've learnt lots of useful knowledge on wildlife conservation. This will make a positive impact when I share this knowledge with my friends and family. I really liked the Saturday braai as it incorporates Namibian culture into our food.

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Gabriella Cody

I gained a valuable insight into how people live in Namibia, got to experience wildlife up and close and how they’re being protected. I would 100% recommend this opportunity to others as it is honestly a once in a lifetime experience and something you need to experience in person.

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Coralie Duret

I discovered a new country and new culture. It was really really extraordinary experience we did as a family.

The accommodation was simple, but comfortable and nice, hidden in the bush in the middle of animals. Just perfect!

Nice discovery for all of us and happy to see the country through volunteering. Don’t be only a visitor but a participant for causes that needs support.

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How to get started

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Pay the Registration Fee to secure your place and upgrade your MyIVHQ account
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