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GYC3374 - Camp Kenya Wildlife Country: Kenya Cost: £1700.00 Cost Includes: The price includes accommodation, food and pickup from airport but does not include flight, insurance, kit or visas     Duration: 28 days Company Rep Nearby: All the time 0845 344 7611 or

 

	This placement would suit... People who want to use this experience to booster their CV if going into wildlife conservation in the future and those who just have a keen interest in wildlife. Whether you are looking to increase your knowledge and experience of conservation or just have an interest in wildlife, Camp Kenya Wildlife offers something for everyone. This programme offers you a unique opportunity to work on a variety of practical primate and elephant projects and make a valuable contribution to African Conservation. Highlights 1 month programme Learn practical conservation skills Key involvement in ongoing Wildlife conservation projects, including primate and elephant research Exclusive primate conservation course Working Safari at Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary 3-day big game safari in National Parks Opportunities to Scuba Dive or Mountain Trek Indian Ocean Beach and Kenya Bush location Elements of CKW Wildlife Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary: Our main wildlife project is based at The Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary. Mwaluganje is one of the most beautiful locations and it has the densest population of elephants per square mile for anywhere worldwide. You will typically spend 4-5 days at the sanctuary and the focus is to develop wildlife initiatives, which benefit the local communities and in turn the elephants. One of our most successful projects is the production of the infamous ‘elephant dung’ paper. This paper is made by our volunteers and sold to bring money the area, thus creating a positive to the presence of the elephants. Primate Conservation: The Colobus Trust is a conservation organisation designed to promote the conservation, preservation and protection of primates like the rare Angolan Colobus monkey (Colobus angolensis palliatus) and its coastal forest habitat in southern Kenya. The Trust specialises in animal welfare, biological/ecological research, community development and education, forest protection and enrichment and eco-tourism awareness programmes. You will undertake a three day Primate Conservation workshop to enable you to develop skills that can then be put into practice as part of our ongoing conservation work. Safari: No visit to Africa is truly complete without one. A 3 day safari is included in your stay and you will drive out every day with a guide in specialist vehicles for game viewing drives, it's rough, it's dusty and it's everything you could want from a real Safari! You will look out for all big game and with the Big Five regularly spotted; you have good odds for some great sightings. Ocean We work in partnership with Southern Cross Scuba and Water Sports. Whether it’s your first time diving or you want to gain a higher qualification, we will find you a PADI diving course that suits. If relaxing on the beach is more your thing then you will have ample time to do this too, the weekends are normally your own and we provide scheduled camp transport to take you to the beach. Diani Beach is a great spot and with plenty of beach bars and restaurants to choose from, there is always a great social element to your trip. Mountain Mount Kenya: As the highest mountain in Kenya at 4985 metres, this is an amazing 5 day trek where you will walk through some of the most stunning scenery Kenya has to offer culminating in a night ascent of the summit, ready to watch the African sunrise. Our success rate of getting you to the top is over 90% and the personal feeling of achievement is extraordinary. Kilimanjaro: Kilimanjaro is the highest free-standing volcano in the world and the tallest mountain in Africa . At an altitude of 5895 metres it presents a formidable challenge. We take our time and as such over 95% of our climbers reach the top. Our trek lasts for 7 days and follows the stunning Machame Route to the summit, Uhuru Peak If you choose Kilimanjaro as your adventure package you will not be disappointed as you sit on the highest point in Africa watching the sunrise. Inclusions 2 day orientation of local area, basic Swahili lessons Half day snorkeling Trip (boat tour to sandbanks and beaches) Wildlife Project work 3 day Big Game Safari in a Kenyan National Park Entrance fees : All park fees are included in this tour but we reserve the right to pass on any increases in park fees Shimba/Mwaluganje Sanctuary working Safari Cultural Village Tour Free Time for R&R 24hr support from Camp Kenya/UK offices Fully staffed camp - cooks, drivers, housekeeping Breakfast, lunch & dinner plus drinks Regular trips to Beach/Diani Town Scheduled Camp only transport Onsite first aid & nearby medical facilities inc. hospital Scheduled access to internet cafes Beach party Wide range of optional activities 24hr Security on Camp Project Funds, Project Materials and Project coordination Unlimited safe drinking water Camp food and accommodation throughout Price Does Not Include International & domestic flights Arrival & departure fees Insurance Vaccinations Tourist Visa (typically US$50) Personal equipment Spending money Additional drinks Tips Personal laundry Meals other than those listed 0845 344 7611 Camps International was born out of a passion for the people and wildlife of Africa and a love of adventurous travel. Spend your gap year or careergap at Camp Kenya in the Kenya bush, surrounded by mud villages and 4km from the Indian Ocean. From this base, take part in a variety of adventures, including community projects, safaris and learning to Scuba dive.