Overview
Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International Volunteer Program THIS PROGRAM IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE

Since it was founded in 1978, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International (DFGFI) has been dedicated to the conservation and protection of gorillas and their habitats in Africa through research, conservation action, education and partnerships. The Bwindi gorillas of Uganda and the mountain gorillas now number only about 350 each and are among the more endangered species of the world. With the ecology of their natural environment always under threat, much work is needed to save these amazing great apes. By volunteering to join community projects in Rwanda, you can help DFGFI with this work.

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After spending so much time with the mountain gorillas in Rwanda I felt that I had been given a gift. It's appropriate that I try to do whatever I can to help protect them.

Sigourney Weaver (Honorary Chair of DFGFI)

Location

All volunteer positions will be based throughout the African country of Rwanda. This is a land of mountains and forests with no shortage of exploring opportunities for the adventurous traveller.

Field Conditions

Living conditions will vary depending upon where you are based, but will either be in a house or in guesthouse accommodation. All accommodation will be basic but comfortable and will have electricity and running water. Please be prepared for intermittent shortages of electricity and water.