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Assistant wildlife keeper

by: Amazon Shelter

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As a volunteer at Amazon Shelter, you’ll be immersed in every part of our vital conservation work. From preparing specialized diets and feeding the animals to enriching their enclosures, collecting fresh leaves for our Howler monkeys, cleaning habitats, and assisting with repairs and maintenance, you’ll play an active role in the daily care and rehabilitation of wild animals. Every task you take o...

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Program Highlights

Prepare nutritious meals for rescued wildlife and learn about species-specific dietary needs firsthand.

Support vital research projects by helping assess and improve the animals’ diets and overall well-being.

Keep animal enclosures clean and safe to ensure a healthy and comfortable environment for every species.

Assist with habitat maintenance and repairs to create enriching, natural spaces for the animals in care.

Work alongside expert vets and help identify species while gaining hands-on experience in wildlife care routines.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Availability
Year(s) Offered2025, 2026, 2027, 2028Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
Cost Per Week$300-600
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Puerto Maldonado, Peru

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation

Availability

Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Cost per week

$300-600

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English
  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application
  • Written Application

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