Natucate Conser­va­tion Schol­ar­ship

You would like to go overseas, become active in nature and species conservation and expand your academic knowledge and hands-on skills? You would like to volunteer abroad and would benefit greatly from financial assistance and the opportunity to educate yourself?

Then apply for a Natucate Conservation Scholarship and receive funding for your educational (volunteer) experience! As a scholarship resource, Natucate wants to help people travel abroad, immerse themselves into a new culture, be part of a meaningful programme and gain invaluable experience as a conservation volunteer or student.

Each year, Natucate awards tow 500 US$ scholarships, each for a different conservation mission and/or educational programme abroad. Take a look at the upcoming Natucate Conservation Scholarships below:

Application deadline: 15th of June 2026

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Natucate Conservation Scholarships 2026

You can apply for various projects in nature conservation and species protection. Here are a few examples.

Volunteer Abroad – Whale Shark Conservation, Maldives

The whale shark is the largest living fish on Earth. Sadly, these animals are severely at risk due to finning, pollution and injuries caused by fishing nets or boats. The project gives you the opportunity to actively contribute to species conservation as a voluntary helper and devote yourself to endangered whale sharks in the Maldives. You will be trained in numerous conservation methods – and get the chance to swim together with the gentle giants.

Read more about our Whale Shark Conservation Project in the Maldives!

Guide Training – Professional Field Guide in Southern Africa

This one-year guide training course will provide you with everything you need to be a professional safari guide. The professional field guide course gives you the chance to get a close look at the African wilderness and to acquire profound guide knowledge and skills. Navigation in the wild, rifle handling, animal behaviour, plant use, conservation management and safari guiding – the course is suitable for anyone who wants to observe wildlife, understand Africa’s amazing ecosystems and gain an insight into the guiding industry. As part of a six-month lodge internship you can test your previously gained knowledge in the field. An exceptional educational adventure amidst Southern Africa’s wilderness!

Read more about our Professional Field Guide Course in Southern Africa!

Volunteer Abroad – Wildlife Monitoring in Malawi

Begin your adventure as a volunteer in the wildlife monitoring project in Liwonde National Park in Malawi!
In this fascinating environment, you will actively contribute to the protection of endangered species. You will observe impressive wild animals such as lions, elephants, cheetahs, hyenas and vultures and collect valuable data that will be directly incorporated into local conservation programmes. The project combines research and monitoring to gain important insights into wildlife and provide targeted support for national and regional conservation initiatives.

Find out more about the Volunteer Project in Liwonde National Park, Malawi!

How to get a scholarship to volunteer abroad

Requirements for applicants

In order to qualify for the Natucate Conservation Scholarship programme and to receive our 500 US$ grants, applicants must fulfil certain requirements. These include:

• Applicants need to be at least 18 years old
• Applicants must have solid communication skills in English
• Applicants must be physically fit (Natucate will ask to hand in a medical questionnaire after application is accepted)
• Professional Field Guide Scholarship: Applicants must have a valid driver’s license
• Applicants must be highly interested in nature and wildlife, in conservation work, in knowledge acquisition, and in outdoor living
• Applicants must be motivated to be part a dedicated conservation/educational programme, must be team players but also independent workers, must be flexible and eager to acquire new knowledge
• Applicants must give their permission for personal photos taken during their time as a scholar to be used by Natucate or Natucate’s partners for marketing purposes (online, print)
• An academic background in project-related field is a plus, but not a must. Natucate wants to give people from various background the chance to gain hands-on conservation experience abroad as we consider it as beneficial for every nature lover.

Documents to hand in

• Motivational letter
• CV
• Supporting documents: any secondary/post-secondary diplomas, diplomas/certificates of project-related workshops, seminars etc. (if applicable)

Deadline for the scholarship programme

We ask you to send in your application for one of the open scholarship programmes presented above by June 15th, 2026 to info@natucate.com.

After Natucate has received your application in due time, you will be sent a confirmation e-mail.

Natucate will make their decision within two to three weeks after the closing date for applications.