The Location
The Sanctuary is based at Bambi in the Bush house farm close to Bambi
School, a district in the Central part of Zanzibar, about 44 min (25.6 km) via Karume Rd.
Your Contribution
You will be responsible for providing food and giving water to animals,
cleaning enclosures, providing enrichment, planting trees, assisting with tours
for visitors, the construction and maintenance work of cages and enclosures and
keeping the Centre's grounds clean.
You will make a positive difference to the lives of the cats at the sanctuary
by caring for and enriching the lives of stray and feral cats in Zanzibar.
Conditions Onsite
It can be very emotional work treating and caring for sick and abused cats so
you should try to be prepared for this. Be rest assured that you are among people
who are experiencing the same feelings and emotions as you and will be there to
support you.
The work at the sanctuary is both challenging and physical.
There is no maximum age, however, you will need to be able to stand for long
periods of time, work in humidity or wet conditions, travel to and from the
project and perform basic manual labor tasks.
Please Note
There are project fees , first you pay deposit to Cat Sanctuary Zanzibar . This
is a total of $700.this includes food Breakfast and lunch with
accommodation for period of 2 months Deposit 25%.
Typical day
You will be involved in the daily
routine of caring for the resident cats at the Sanctuary.
Cats are fed twice a day, therefore, food preparation and feeding plays a large
part in caring for each animal.
Enclosures require cleaning and the collection and cleaning of food bowls is
required.
Rotational tasks include keeping the volunteer house tidy, sweeping paths,
kitchen duties and feeding, washing and grooming the cats.
You will work 5 days a week from 7.30 am to 5 pm.
Free-time activities
On days off, you may choose to spend your days or an overnight stay outside of sanctuary.