We are Malawi’s only accredited wildlife sanctuary for orphaned or injured wild animals as well as being the country’s leading environmental education provider with over 20,000 school children taking part in our education programme each year.
Lilongwe Wildlife Centre was set up in 2007, and now years on, our work year has stretched far beyond wild animal rescue and rehabilitation.
We not only provide sanctuary for these animals but also campaign on their behalf to raise the profile of wildlife welfare and conservation. Furthermore, a number of our projects help to preserve and restore habitats in protected areas as well as those accessed by the communities.
Working closely with the local communities is crucial to our work. We believe that educating the younger generations holds the key to ensuring the continuation of Malawi’s rich biodiversity and lush landscape. We’re now the country’s leading environmental education provider with over 20,000 school children taking part in the centre’s education programme each year.
This is followed by our extensive community outreach programmes which promote empowerment and sustainable livelihoods, encouraging people to live in harmony with the environment.
Contact Info
Tel: +265 (00) 993720566
Address : Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, PO Box 2140, Lilongwe, Malawi
Project Info
Program Duration:
2 weeks - 3 months
Program Costs:
1000 - 3000+ £ Pound (UK)
Founded / Established:
2007
Org Type:
Animal Rescue Centre / Sanctuary
Awards / Certification:
In 2011, we were thrilled to receive a Responsible Tourism Award for the best organisation for the Conservation of Wildlife and Habitats.
In 2012, LWC was the first organisation in the world to receive PAW accreditation from the Born Free Foundation.
In 2013, LWC received a Malawi Tourist Board award for ‘Outstanding Contribution to Tourism’
Species:
Aligators / Amphibians / Birds / Birds of Prey / Cheetahs / Crocodiles / Elephants / Hyenas / Leopard / Lions / Mammals / Monkeys / Primates / Reptiles
Habitats:
Eco Park / National Park / Nature Park
Volunteer Support:
No experience or qualifications necessary!
You can get involved in animal care, veterinary support, rehabilitation and release, and habitat and wildlife monitoring.
Volunteer Safety:
Ongoing support from our educators, vets and animal care managers.