Antelope Park Lion Breeding & Rehabilitation Project







Walk and work with lions in this exclusive private game reserve. Be involved in the research of lions’ behaviour and work with us on the world’s only programme for their release into the wild. Also work with orphaned Elephants and assist with the wildlife management and boundary patrols of the reserve.

Project Location: Antelope Park, 10km from Gweru town centre, in the heart of the Zimbabwe Midlands

Project Age Limit: Minimum 17 years, maximum decided on potential participants’ health

  • Project Highlights:
    • Walk alongside lions as part of the pride and enjoy the exhilaration of being part of a hunt as the young cubs learn to stalk their prey
    • Bottle feed and help take care of younger lion cubs
    • Work on the world’s only programme for the release of lions back into the wild
    • Experience the African bush in a very special way on this private reserve. Explore the savannah grasslands on horseback or whilst riding on African Elephants
    • Have horse riding lessons from our experienced guides
    • Immerse yourself in local Zimbabwean culture
    • Make friends for life with the other international volunteers on the programme

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