Volunteering in Africa

Elephant Human Relations Aid runs a well established Volunteering in Africa project which has been running for the last 8 years in Namibia. People from all walks of life have joined EHRA's volunteer project and made a huge difference to the elephant conservation programme. In fact many volunteers return every year for some more action! So why not join us and find out how satisfying and great fun volunteering in Africa with EHRA can be!
Why choose EHRA?

There are so many options for someone wanting to find a volunteering in africa project that its really hard to find projects that tick all your boxes....lets see if we can convince you that our volunteer project in Namibia will give you one of the best experiences of your life, as well as making a substantial difference to the conservation of the desert elephants....

EHRA exists solely to conserve the desert elephants and ensure safety and security for the communities who live with the local herds.

It's hands on conservation, EHRA is a not for gain organisation so you can be assured your money goes directly to the cause and the volunteers are the most cruicial element in our conservation work.

The volunteer project is back to basics living, cooking over the camp fire, sleeping under the stars all in with one of the world's most beautiful deserts as its background.

You are situated in true wilderness and its highly unlikely you will see any tourists during your time with EHRA.

You will learn all about the desert elephants of the region and witness them in their own habitat with highly knowledgeable, fantastic project managers

We have a very special eco-base camp on the banks of the Ugab River which is also a favourite hang out of the desert elephant.

Amazing people, amazing elephants, amazing landscape, amazing fun! - life changing!