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Loop Abroad: Northern White Rhino Conservation Safari: Kenya (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Nairobi, Kenya Coast Republic
  • Program Terms: Winter
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Loop Abroad 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Dormitory
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary Science, Zoology Program Type: Study Abroad
Program Description:
How to save the last two Northern White Rhinos on Earth, and help them not to be the last.

Journey to Kenya to meet the last two Northern white rhinos and learn about the pioneering breeding efforts to save the species, discover wildlife on safari game drives, and explore the Sweetwaters Chimp Sanctuary founded by Dr. Jane Goodall, David Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage, the Giraffe Centre, and more!

Who It’s For

Only 15 places for each session are available on this 9-day adventure. Adults 18+ are invited to apply.

This program is perfect for people who want an all-inclusive Kenya experience that is fully planned for them, but also want to spend lots of time learning about conservation and enjoying wildlife safari drives. You will be helping to support an amazing rhino conservation effort while getting an understanding of all it takes to protect and preserve these animals.

Highlights
  • Stay on site at the world-famous Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya, home to the last two northern white rhinos on the planet
  • OP is also home to the Big 5, the largest black rhino population in East Africa, and an abundance of wildlife – wake up to lions roaring and elephants trumpeting!
  • Learn about the pioneering rhino breeding efforts conducted on site, including egg harvesting, and join the rhino keepers in their daily tasks
  • Visit Dr. Goodall’s Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, home to the only population of chimpanzees in Kenya
  • Join the anti-poaching team and tracking teams in their work
  • Work with the ecological monitoring unit – visiting wildlife migratory corridors,tracking white and black rhino, using infrared cameras and learning what it takes to manage a conservation area
  • Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and the famous Giraffe Center
Dates open for Enrollment

December 4 – December 12, 2022