Namibia Conservation Travel Volunteer Program
The Conservation Travel Foundation is seeking passionate volunteers to participate as an education assistant in English and computer lessons at Grootberg Primary School in Namibia, under the supervision of the local teachers. The volunteer will engage in long term sustainable projects with the goal of improving the livelihoods of both the children and community. In addition, the volunteer will have the opportunity to reach out to the local community through projects aimed at bettering the quality of education for all community members.
why It Matters?
This project allows the school and Conservation Tourism Foundation volunteers to work in harmony and help the community’s children gain essential skills and work towards a brighter future. This volunteer experience will positively impact development in conservation, social welfare and education for the long term. Helping the youth this Namibian community will greatly benefit them in several aspects of their lives. No volunteer contribution is too small!
who Can Sign Up?
Are you a university student with a strong command of English, an interest in art and sports, and great people skills? This volunteer program is looking for students over 20 who are team players and excited to work with project partners and fellow volunteers, in addition to a passion for helping communities in need and forming amazing friendships that will last for years to come. Sign up today!
How Do I Sign Up?
Right here! We will make sure your questions and requests make it to Ultimate Safaris and The Conservation Tourism Foundation.
If you are a SAVE sending organization, inquire with us about how to send your volunteers to this program.
More Details, Please!
Ultimate Safaris is a Namibian ecotourism safari company that monitors the Conservation Travel Foundation’s projects. It is dedicated to the protection and sustainability of dedication wilderness areas. 100% of its funds are invested in ethical and socially responsible projects.
Jason Nott, Coordinator
Jason is Foundation Coordinator and has been living in Namibia since he was a child and has extensive educational and work experience in conservation and sustainable tourism. Jason believes this program allows participants to enhance the lives of local communities, ensuring long term preservation of Namibia’s natural resources.
Tristan Cowley, Trustee
Tristan is a Foundation Trustee and grew up with a love and passion for the environment. Following his family’s tourism footsteps, Tristan has been specializing in naturalist guided safaris to Namibia since his founded Tou Safaris in 2003. In 2008 it merged with another organization to create Ultimate Safaris, a renowned specialist guided safaris company.
Martin Webb-Bowen, Trustee
Martin is a Foundation Trustee, helping oversee the running of Ultimate Safaris. From the 1990s until its 2008 incorporation into Ultimate Safaris, Martin ran a Namibian company called SandyAcre Safaris. Martin has a passion for assisting in rural development and conservation practices, as well as arranging unforgettable individual and group holidays in Namibia.
