Description

Help to care for, rehabilitate and release injured, abused and orphaned Monkeys back into the wild to live a free and natural life. Those that can never be released are given a permanent home in a cared-for, safe environment.

You'll work with a Foundation dedicated to caring for animals that have nowhere else to go. Some are orphans because their parents were killed by hunters, others were rescued from animal dealers, and others were rescued from people who kept them in small cages!

You'll give very welcome assistance in a rescue centre / sanctuary that gives care, treatment and a home to wild animals, and monkeys in particular.

This Centre is run by a Foundation and is dedicated to the conservation and rehabilitation of primates. At time of writing, there are approximately 65 monkeys living in the Sanctuary and they come from varying backgrounds. Some of the monkeys were orphaned when their parents were killed by hunters, others were rescued from animal dealers who were trying to traffic the animals out of the country, and others have been removed from families who had kept these animals in captivity.

There are seven different monkey species in the centre (Spider, Woolly, White Capuchin, Black Capuchin, Squirrel, Tamarin and Saki). Unfortunately, the majority of the monkeys have suffered some sort of physical or physiological abuse.

There are also other wild animals living in the Sanctuary, such as Coaties, Gautusas, Turtles, Parrots and an Otter.

The Sanctuary covers two hectares of tropical rain forest and they aim to enable the majority of animals to roam freely around the area so that they are not kept in cages. The long-term goal is to rehabilitate the animals enabling them to successfully return to the wild. However, some animals won't ever be able to return to the wild because of their physical and or psychological injuries. For these unfortunate animals, the Sanctuary provides them with a safe and secure, permanent home with a good quality of life.

Tourists visit the Sanctuary and the small entrance fee they're charged is the Sanctuary's main source of income. The Sanctuary uses the opportunity to try to educate local and foreign visitors on the importance of animal protection and conservation.

WORK CONTENT:
There is a variety of different work to do, but the majority consists of:

- Playing with the animals
- Caring for the babies
- Cutting up fruit and other food preparation
- Feeding the monkeys and other animals
- Helping new monkey arrivals to adjust to the Sanctuary
- Measuring and weighing the animals
- Studying their behaviour
- Protecting the more vulnerable animals
- Observing and monitoring those animals that have been released
- Helping in the development of programmes on rehabilitation and release of animals
- General maintenance and cleaning
- Construction work, such as helping to build new enclosures for the aggressive species

Enclosure Enrichment: Some of the most satisfying work you can do will be to provide some enclosure enrichment and mental stimulation. You can use your creativity to provide useful "toys" and games for them and monkeys take great interest and delight in new areas to explore. We provide you with our in-house guide of Suggestions for Enclosure Enrichment and you may be able to use or adapt some of the suggestions for Monkeys.

Guiding and educating tourists on the harm that poachers cause to the environment by their illegal trade in animals

Helping with suggestions and projects to raise funds to go towards protecting the forest, etc.

WORK SCHEDULE:
Normal working hours are from 8.00am until 17.00pm., 5 or 6 days a week and you may be required to work over weekends.

LOCATION:
The project is located 10 minutes from the jungle town of Puyo. Travelling by bus from Quito takes approximately 5 hours.

You will live in a room on site and your accommodation and food are included in the project. There are laundry facilities and the accommodation includes a kitchen, showers and electricity.

Highlights

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:

*An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into South America and the culture of Ecuador.

*The enormous satisfaction of helping conserving animals in their natural environment and knowing that you made a difference to them. You'll get to experience the headiness of looking after animals that are totally helpless and reliant on you take care of them.

*You'll leave feeling very proud of yourself for having contributed to the quality of life and well-being of previously abused and battered animals.

*You'll learn more than you can imagine, particularly about the importance of conserving wildlife, and hopefully you'll help to continue to raise awareness among the world at large by talking to friends and colleagues on your return home.

*New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.

*An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market

*And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!

Travel Types

• RainForest Tours
• Volunteering

Qualifications

No qualifications needed, just a big heart and a love of animals and their conservation. If you are studying an animal-related subject or you are qualified, you'll be especially welcomed!! Minimum age 17.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

From 1,240 USD

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

What's included:
- Arranging your Programme,
- Full pre-departure support and assistance,
- Payment Protection insurance
- Meeting you at the nearest airport
- Transfer from Quito to Project site in Puyo, and back to Quito
- Accommodation
- Food
- Free T-shirt
- In-country team support and backup
- 24-hr emergency support
- Certificate of Completion.

Experience Required

yes

No qualifications needed, just a big heart and a love of animals and their conservation. If you are studying an animal-related subject or you are qualified, you'll be especially welcomed!! Minimum age 17.

Volunteer Types

• Animal Welfare
• Conservation
• Volunteering

Age Range

All ages from 17+

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

within 5 working days

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Travellers Worldwide's Mission Statement

Travellers Worldwide organises all types of worthwhile and beneficial voluntary placements in local communities. We also provide Work Experience & Internship opportunities, as well as different types of Courses and study abroad options. We have many diverse projects, from teaching underprivileged or refugee children in schools, orphanages and care homes, to conservation and rehabilitation of endangered animals, such as orangutans, lion cubs, dolphins, elephants. Our aim is to make a difference to the communities we work in and to facilitate personal and professional growth in our volunteers. We employ local people in our destination countries and local providers of goods and services, thus ensuring we have a positive impact on the community. Our ethos encompasses mutual respect, cultural exchange, responsible travel and a beneficial outcome for all. Travellers also arranges work experience placements in Journalism, Law, Veterinary, Medicine, Tourism, Architecture, and many more. There are also opportunities to learn languages and other skills such as Capoeira in Brazil, Tango in Argentina or Flying in South Africa. These projects are unique - and tailored to suit you! Our placements are flexible (2 weeks to 1 year) and on most you can choose your own start and finish dates. No qualifications are required, just an enthusiasm to experience a new culture! Full support is provided within the country, with friendly and conscientious staff, ensuring a safe and exciting way to experience a brand new culture! Placements are also very sociable: you'll make friends with the other international volunteers and often volunteers travel together after their placement and during their free weekends. We help you to Make a Difference and have an exciting adventure travel experience!

Year Founded

1995