Volunteer in a Desert Wildlife Reserve in Southern Israel
Volunteering in the Desert Wildlife Reserve project is an exciting opportunity for those volunteers who have an interest in working outdoors and want to work for endangered species.The project is located in southern Israel in the picturesque Arava Valley. The area is one of the least populated in the country and is home to nomadic desert people.
The landscape of the area is dotted with Acacia trees and includes a variety of desert habitats: an Acacia forest, a salt marsh, and sand dunes.
The mission of Wildlife Reserve is to establish reproduction groups for populations of endangered desert animals and different wild animals that have disappeared from the landscape. Volunteers join the Wildlife reserve staff with the on going conservation and animal care work.
Volunteer Duties generally include the following :-
It is important for the volunteers to note that some tasks are subject to change as well due to dynamic nature of the reserve.
The Wildlife Reserve project requires a minimum time commitment of 4 weeks.
Program Requirements
Project Location
During Free Time
What we provide
Start Date
Program Costs
| 4 Weeks | 5 Weeks | 6 Weeks | 7 Weeks | 8 Weeks |
| $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 |
| 4 Weeks | 5 Weeks | 6 Weeks | 7 Weeks | 8 Weeks |
| £280 | £280 | £280 | £280 | £280 |
| 4 Weeks | 5 Weeks | 6 Weeks | 7 Weeks | 8 Weeks |
| €320 | €320 | €320 | €320 | €320 |
- 24 hrs Assistance and support from Staff
- Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
- Welcome Orientation in Jerusalem
- Walking Tour of Jerusalem
- Accommodation in a hostel in Jerusalem during orientation
- Accommodation in an apartment while working in the project
- Travel & Medical Insurance (Available at an extra cost)
What are you Paying For ?
- Airfare
- Airport transfers from airport to Jerusalem
- Meals (Can be prepared at fully equipped kitchen at apartment)
- Vaccinations
- Visas
- Local Transportation to and from the project
What's NOT Included ?
What are the Program locations in Israel?
Volunteering Solutions offers programs in Tel Aviv, Ngev desert, Arava valley and Maghar.
Does Volunteering Solutions help with Visa?
Receiving a tourist visa for tourism purpose is the volunteer's responsibility. Volunteering Solutions strongly recommends all volunteers to apply and get a tourist visa before departing for Israel. If needed, Volunteering Solutions do provide with written document which would help volunteers in getting the Visa.
When should I apply for the volunteer programs in Israel?
We are able to offer placements from 1st and 3rd Monday of each month year round. Because of the increasing volume of applications, participants are requested to apply in advance to secure their spots.
How long does it take to process my application?
Once you have applied, we will send you details of your placement usually within 4-7 working days.
When do I need to arrive in Israel for my program? What will happen once I arrive in israel?
All volunteers need to arrive one day before their program start date. Our local coordinator or representative will pick volunteers from the respective Airport/Railway Station/Bus Station depending upon the arrival details provided by the volunteers. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in Israel will be picked up from the bus station or at a meeting point decided beforehand.
How do I get to the program location?
Your country coordinator will take you to your placement and introduce you to everyone after giving you a basic orientation about the program/city/culture etc.
I want to know more about accommodation arrangements?
We provide you with accommodation from your start date to the end of the program. Accommodation will be provided on a shared basis. You need to bring your own toiletries, mosquito net and sleeping bag.
Are there any necessary requirements to participate in the Israel-based volunteer programs?
The only qualifications are: -
- Volunteers must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the program
- Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment.
- The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.
- Be in good health.
Are there more expenses once I arrive in Israel?
Your program fee covers you for accommodation, airport pick up, Orientation, local coordinators support. You will need to cover yourself for your personal expenses, such as traveling, telephone, internet, shopping, sightseeing etc. However you should carry around $30 - $50 per week for your basic personal expenses, such as water, local transport, phone etc.
What hours will I volunteer every day?
Volunteers usually work for 5 to 6 hours a day depending on their program. You will have weekend off so you can go to travel on weekends.
Where can I change my money in Israel?
You can change money in any bank or at the airport by showing your passport.
Can couples or families join the volunteer program?
Yes, couples and families are welcome to join our programs. We make special provisions for families joining our volunteering programs; we will be able to provide them with program placements and accommodations together.
Do I need to buy health insurance?
Volunteers have the option to purchase Travel and Medical Insurance at a nominal extra cost from Volunteering Solutions. To buy insurance from Volunteering Solutions, please click here
Do you recommend any Cheap Airline’s?
We would recommend you to visit, http://www.kayak.com, http://www.orbitz.com to have more details on cheap airlines to Israel.
What should I do in case of an emergency during my trip?
You’ll be provided with a pre-departure manual after you’ve signed up with us for our program. It’ll have the entire phone no’s and addresses of our country co-ordinators whom you may contact in case of any emergency.