Botswana

Volunteer in Botswana

Live in the heart of the African bush and help protect endangered wildlife and biodiversity

Volunteer in Botswana with Projects Abroad and live in the heart of the African bush while you become part of ongoing conservation efforts.

Our volunteering opportunities in Botswana are centred around conservation work at a local reserve. The reserve sits on the banks of the mighty Limpopo River in the Tuli Block. Here, you’ll focus on protecting wildlife and the biodiversity of the area. Our full-time staff in Botswana are there to support you 24/7 if you need it.

Botswana is one of the most spectacular places for safaris in Southern Africa. You’ll see animals like elephants and lions. It’s the ultimate African adventure!

Choose a project in Botswana

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Sally M

I loved actively helping out and removing the fences that were harming animals and blocking their migratory paths. It felt like I was really making a difference!

Map & Location

World-renowned for having the largest elephant population, Botswana is a country located in Southern Africa.

It’s considered one of the safest countries in Africa making it a popular tourist hotspot to see Africa’s Big 5—elephants, lions,
leopards, rhinos, and buffalos!

Famous for sights such as the Okavango Delta, Kalahari Desert, and Chobe National Park, it’s one of world’s last true wildernesses just waiting to be explored.

The Tuli Block

Immerse yourself in the heart of the remote African bush at our conservation reserve in The Tuli Block, eastern Botswana.

This region, characterised by dramatic sandstone cliffs, baobab trees, and the Limpopo River, supports a diverse ecosystem of spectacular wildlife. In fact, it’s home to a large elephant population that may even stroll right through your camp!

You’ll also see giraffes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and much more — it’s a safari lover’s dream.

Your Arrival Made Easy

When you arrive at your respective airport, a member of Projects Abroad staff will be there to meet you. You can find more detailed information on arrival airports, orientation, and visas on our Botswana Arrival Procedures page.

Meet the team in Botswana

Ms Precious Moshokgo

Camp Attendant

Precious is from the village of Mathathane, Botswana and originally started helping at Motswiri with her mother, who worked at the camp for many years. When her mother retired, she took over the position of camp attendant. It is her job to ensure that everyone is comfortable in their accommodation. Precious also helps Jane with the cooking when the camp is busy.

Ms Dr Helena Fitchat

Conservation Director

Helena has spent over 30 years on and off in the wilderness. She is an expert tracker, has crossed the Kalahari Desert on her own and lived with Bushmen for a year. She is also a pilot, a biologist specialising in animal behaviour (for which she obtained her PhD), and she single-handedly navigated her way through the vast Okavango Delta in a leaking boat and survived! For 10 years she was the Operations Director of The Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) in Durban, South Africa.

Ms Jane Manyatsa

Chef

Jane is from the village of Mathathane, Botswana and is considered the ’heart’ of Motswiri Camp. She manages the kitchen and the menus, and does all the cooking. Her meals are legendary, and it is amazing to see the food that she can produce in the middle of nowhere. Jane ensures that no one goes hungry, and our volunteers frequently tell us that they have to go home to lose weight!

Ms Judi Gounaris

Conservation Director

Judi spent her corporate life as a software developer and business owner in South Africa but volunteered all her spare time to helping rescue wildlife, including raising two lions. Together with her business partner, Helena Fitchat, they purchased a large tract of land in the Tuli Block in Botswana and have dedicated it to wildlife. Judi relocated and now lives there permanently. As a trustee of one of the biggest wildlife rehabilitation centres in South Africa, Judi realised that the only way to make a difference was to preserve the habitat. This is what Projects Abroad and their volunteers make possible on a daily basis.

Mr Patrick Rampsana

Camp Attendant

Patrick is from the village of Mathathane, Botswana and joined Motswiri Camp as a camp attendant. He previously worked in the Okavango Delta but moved home as he wanted to be closer to his family. Patrick turned the non-existent garden into a beautiful area in the camp, which he now maintains. He looks after the camp and ensures that it is kept clean and tidy. He also makes sure that everyone has hot water for showers, and often helps Jens with general maintenance.

Mr Jo Mathodi

Volunteer Supervisor

Jo is from the village of Mathathane, Botswana and has been working in the bush all his life. He is an expert tracker, loves the bush, and is passionate about sharing his knowledge with the volunteers. He is also very handy in the camp and often assists Jens with maintenance issues.

Still got questions? We’re happy to help!

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