🌍 Ready to help animals and make a difference? Here’s how to prepare for wildlife volunteering and get the most out of your adventure.

🎒 What to Expect from Wildlife Volunteering

Volunteering with wildlife is rewarding, eye-opening, and sometimes a little unpredictable. Whether you’re caring for a bush baby, feeding an ostrich, or helping a child overcome their fear of snakes, every day brings something new.

But the experience starts before you arrive. Preparing for wildlife volunteering is key to making sure you feel ready physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Programs like DAKTARI combine wildlife care with environmental education. That means you’ll be doing hands-on work with animals like owls, mongooses, donkeys, and even reptiles like bearded dragons. Meanwhile, you will also engage with local children to teach conservation values.

✅ How to Prepare for Wildlife Volunteering

  1. Research the Program: Make sure you fully understand the mission, daily tasks, and expectations. Read volunteer testimonials, browse their social media, and ask questions. Knowing what to expect reduces stress and boosts your confidence.
  2. Pack Smart (Not Just Light): 
  • Neutral, breathable clothes
  • Closed shoes for animal care
  • Sunscreen and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sunglasses and a hat for sun protection
  • A headlamp or flashlight for evenings

Bonus tip: bring a small notebook to track your experiences you’ll thank yourself later.

  1. Embrace the Wild Around You
     At DAKTARI, you’ll be surrounded by nature literally. From bush babies jumping between trees to the occasional gecko in your bathroom, wildlife is part of daily life here.
     There might be a few surprise visitors, but that’s part of the charm. Most volunteers quickly grow to love it and feel right at home. Just stay relaxed, curious, and open to sharing your space with the locals fur, feathers, and scales.
  2. Get Basic Health Precautions
     Make sure your vaccinations are up to date, especially tetanus and rabies (if recommended). Travel insurance is also a must for any volunteering trip abroad.

🌱 Make the Most of Your Experience

Preparing for wildlife volunteering is just the beginning. Once you’re on site, the more you give, the more you gain. You’ll learn to work in a team, connect with animals, and make a real impact both on the project and on yourself.

👉 Start your journey at DAKTARI and get ready for an unforgettable experience.

Be curious. Be helpful. Be ready. The wild is waiting for you. 🐾