Description

Volunteer at a Wildlife Rescue Centre, caring for an amazing variety of wild animals that are being given shelter.

There are currently over 300 rescued animals, with just over 200 primates. This includes 5 different species of macaque, 2 species of gibbon, civets, a tiger, sun bears and Asiatic black bears, a crocodile, exotic birds and many more.

The exact nature of the work you will be doing varies all the time and there is no such thing as a 'typical' day. However there are certain everyday jobs that will be your responsibility; primarily feeding the animals and assisting with cleaning the enclosures. A rota system is followed for these jobs so that the duties are fairly distributed.

In addition to this you will probably be involved with, amongst other things, the construction of new cages and enclosures, working on enclosure enrichments, assisting with tours for visitors, maintenance work for cages and the gibbon islands, and keeping the centre's grounds clean.

Volunteers work a six-day working week from about 6.30am-5.00pm. The atmosphere at the Centre is informal and relaxed. You will be scheduled where you are most needed and where your skills can be used to the maximum advantage.

Although you will work very closely with the animals, there is a strict "hands off" policy, whereby no physical contact is allowed with the animals in order to help their rehabilitation and maintain a safe working environment.

Highlights

* Over 300 rescued animals
* Live on site at the centre
* Can be combined with elephant care project

By volunteering at the Wildlife Rescue centre you will make a major contribution to the welfare of animals in Thailand.

The centre would not be able to run without the hard work of the volunteers and their financial support; the majority of the volunteer fees go directly to the centre, providing a vital source of funding for their future work.

On a personal level you will have a unique opportunity to work alongside some incredible wildlife and gain the satisfaction of helping to make a difference to their lives.

Qualifications

You do not need any specific qualifications or experience to volunteer on this project.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

1 week: GBP 499, 2 weeks: £699, extra weeks: GBP 100 per week

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

* A comprehensive information booklet and pre-departure support
* Travel advice and assistance
* Accommodation (a basic shared room)
* All meals
* Ongoing support, help and advice from our local team

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Animal Welfare
• Conservation
• Volunteering
• Wildlife Surveying

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide, American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi and South African Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Personal Overseas Development (PoD)'s Mission Statement

PoD is a leading non-profit organization arranging ethical, inspiring and supported volunteering opportunities around the world. Established in 2001, our aim is to support ongoing projects with our partners in Belize, Cambodia, Nepal, Peru, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand and Vietnam by providing passionate and committed volunteers. We work with long term projects that we know personally and where there is genuine benefit to local communities. A placement with PoD will not only develop volunteer's skills and confidence, get them out of their comfort zone and exploring incredible parts of the world but also the ability make a genuine difference. We currently offer gap year, career break, working holiday, volunteer projects and school expeditions from 1 week to 6 months with year round departures. We offer a personal and professional service drawing on years of experience from staff in the UK and overseas. Volunteers are needed to help work with disadvantaged children, communities, animals and conservation projects including: caring for elephants and wild animals; joining an Amazon jungle conservation project; scuba diving and marine conservation; community building projects; volunteering at orphanages and care homes; teaching English and running summer English camps. PoD believes in providing challenging, safe and fun experiences for individuals and groups to enjoy. We are passionate about giving volunteers of all ages the opportunity to use their energy, enthusiasm and personality where it counts.

Year Founded

2001