Volunteer at an Elephant Sanctuary in Cambodia
by Globalteer
Program Overview
The project is dedicated to helping the domestic elephant population in Cambodia and conserving their habitat. The project primarily works with the tribal Bunong peoples to help them, help their elephants.
The end goal is the improvement of the welfare and living conditions of the elephants and to provide a sustainable income for the mahouts (elephant keepers) and their families.
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The project is dedicated to helping the domestic elephant population in Cambodia and conserving their habitat. The project primarily works with the tribal Bunong peoples to help them, help their elephants.
The end goal is the improvement of the welfare and living conditions of the elephants and to provide a sustainable income for the mahouts (elephant keepers) and their families.
Volunteers work 5 days each week, collaborating with mahouts who always accompany the elephants. Duties include:
* Learning about the project and the elephants
* Learning how to be around elephants
* Walking the elephants into the forest to forage
The elephants of Cambodia need help, there is little education on the care of these domesticated animals and few possibilities for veterinary assistance whe...
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- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Community Development
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
- Environment
Updated Nov 20, 2025
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Cambodia
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Community Development
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
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