Embark on an unforgettable Wilde Tracks Collaboration journey into the world of wildlife veterinary care at Belize’s leading wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre. Work alongside a qualified wildlife veterinarian and gain invaluable hands-on experience in caring for some of the region’s most fascinating animals.
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This immersive program offers you the chance to learn reptile medicine during a special visit to an iguana rehabilitation centre, assist with annual health exams, and participate in rescue intake procedures. Sharpen your skills in practical sessions covering animal handling, safe capture techniques, environmental enrichment, diagnostic sampling, and veterinary treatments.
Dive deep into labs featuring advanced techniques such as distance immobilization, suturing, necropsy, radiography, parasitology, and blood analysis. Engage in dynamic case-based discussions exploring wildlife medicine, conservation, One Health, and the veterinarian’s vital role in protecting our planet’s biodiversity.
With a strong theoretical foundation in natural history, anatomy, physiology, anesthesia, and zoonoses, combined with clinical days supporting diagnostics, surgery assistance, and therapy design, this program equips you with real-world skills and insights.
Whether you’re aspiring to a career in veterinary medicine, conservation, or wildlife rehabilitation, this hands-on experience in Belize will inspire and prepare you for a future dedicated to wildlife health and welfare.
Anyone with a passion for conservation and interest in crocodile conservation
28 June - 9 July 2026
19 July - 30 July 2026
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Email info@wildetracks.com with any questions.
Private group bookings available on request!
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11 nights, 12 days shared rooms
Welcome dinner, breakfasts and lunches
Including airport pick-up and drop-off from Belize City Airport (BLZ)
Supporting the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of native wildlife, advancing veterinary care standards, and training future professionals in sustainable, hands-on conservation practices.
Wildlife rescue and intake, health checks and treatments, sample collection and diagnostics, animal handling and enrichment, lectures on wildlife medicine and conservation, surgery assistance
Qualified English-speaking field coordinators
Excursions, transport and entrance fees for all excursions included in itinerary
International flight to Belize Airport
Mandatory
If applicable
Upon arrival at Belize International Airport, you will be transferred to the wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre, where your unforgettable adventure begins.
The day starts with a warm welcome and orientation session to introduce you to the team, the facilities, and essential safety protocols.
You’ll receive an overview of the program schedule, goals, and expectations, setting the foundation for your immersive experience in wildlife medicine and conservation.
Over the next twelve days, you’ll dive deep into hands-on learning and clinical practice.
Mornings are spent alongside the wildlife veterinarian participating in clinical rounds, annual health exams of resident animals, and intake procedures for any new rescue cases. You’ll develop practical skills in safe animal handling and capture techniques.
Midday workshops and labs will expand your expertise with training in injection sites, sample collection, distance immobilization, suturing, necropsy, radiography, parasitology, and blood analysis.
A highlight includes a visit to the iguana rehabilitation centre to learn about reptile medicine firsthand.
Afternoons are dedicated to engaging theoretical sessions and case-based discussions exploring wildlife medicine, One Health, conservation, and the veterinarian’s critical role in protecting biodiversity.
You’ll build a strong foundation in natural history, anatomy, physiology, anesthesia, zoonosis, and rehabilitation methods.
Clinical practice opportunities abound, including assisting with surgeries, anesthesia, treatments, diagnostics, dose calculations, and therapy design.
Evenings offer time for reflection, group discussions, and optional cultural or night activities, rounding out a comprehensive and inspiring learning experience.
On the final day, you’ll participate in a wrap-up and feedback session to reflect on your journey and accomplishments. Afterward, you’ll be transferred back to Belize International Airport for your departure, leaving with valuable skills, unforgettable memories, and a deeper understanding of wildlife medicine and conservation.
