Here you find some more information on the accommodation options for the Namibia Wildlife programme.

We have two options of accommodation; volunteer rooms with up to three people (same gender) sharing each room, or large tents with a living and bedroom area to be shared by two volunteers (same gender or a couple).

The rooms are basic but our single beds are comfortable with bedding provided (duvets and pillows). Showers and toilet facilities are communal and hot water is supplied by solar energy therefore sometimes restricted. Electricity is freely available, however please be aware that sometimes it has been known to cut off during storms. Power sockets for electrical items are available in communal areas.

Three meals are provided on a help yourself basis – Breakfast includes toast and cereal; Lunch includes pasta, wraps, burgers or stir fry; and Evening Dinners include meat, fish and vegetables with rice, potatoes and pasta. On weekends we often have a braai (barbecue). Tea and coffee are freely available throughout the day and other drinks (soft and alcoholic) and snacks can be bought on the farm. Please advise us of any special dietary requirements prior to arrival at the project, including vegetarianism, allergies etc.

Facilities:

• Internet: It’s time to get away from it all! Due to the costs incurred, internet is only available for emergency use only. If you are based at the Wildlife Sanctuary we do regular transfers into Windhoek on Sundays where you can visit an internet cafe.

• Telephone: We suggest that you take your mobile phone with you – you will need to activate roaming on your phone. It is also a good idea to unlock your phone in case you get the opportunity to buy a local Namibian SIM card for about N$10, which will allow you to call and text home cheaply and easily. Due to the rural location of the Wildlife Sanctuary, the mobile phone signal is quite weak but there are a few spots around camp where you can get reception.

• Laundry: There is a free laundry service at the Sanctuary for all volunteers to use. However, it’s always a good idea to bring travel wash with you for emergencies!

• Electricity: The plugs used in Namibia are three large round pins (the same as the South African style) and you will need to bring an adapter in order to charge electronic items such as phones and camera batteries. Please be sensible when using electricity, as it is much more of a luxury in Africa than it is in your home country. Also please be prepared as power cuts are common and you will need to be flexible about charging your items and bring spare batteries!