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Everyone on the GoEco team was very responsive and easy to communicate with. From start to finish, this group was very helpful, as well as the other workers within the shelter. I would definitely do another program if the opportunity presents itself.

Because of the bushfire in Australia, it freaked me out but all the supporters from GoEco put my feeling relieved and also I’m proud of myself I could be part of this project!! It was different situation than usual, but i will never forget about this experience!

This was an incredible experience that I will never forget. I loved getting to know the staff and having fun while also getting the job done. I got to engage with animals that I’ve only dreamed of seeing. Everyone apart of this project were so kind. I came to Australia to do this volunteering to gain knowledge and experience with animals, I got more than that. I formed bonds with the animals and the people there. I highly recommend volunteering through this project.

My daughter and I had a fantastic time working with animals in Australia. The work was hard but rewarding, and the interaction with the animals was priceless. We thoroughly enjoyed our local host and the employees at the wildlife sanctuary.

Talking to the staff at the project and learning about the culture was amazing! Oscar and the rest of the staff/assistants did a fantastic job running the project and making it a wonderful experience!

My most memorable moment from my entire experience is when I was patrolling the beaches at night and we saw a turtle laying eggs; I was given an opportunity to rub her shell, and because the turtle swam through bioluminescence, her shell lit up.

I really loved the experience. Everything about it was memorable and amazing besides the mosquitos, but it is the jungle after all. The staff were very helpful with me and my college project and I had loads of fun. The pictures on the GoECO website were kind of misleading as people were holding animals like macaws and turtle hatchlings, as it would be least likely to experience that, but overall I don't regret this trip at all.

Interaction with the lions on property was amazing. I learned things about the animals, the environment and nature the whole time I was there. A better breakfast should be provided. Being charged for soft drinks was unfair. The cost to get into a back from town is expensive for those who have limited funds.

I experienced so incredibly much at the wildlife center, there is no most memorable moment. Every day was full of little and big great moments. Waking up with the roar from lions and hyenas, flying vultures and eagles on my arm, feeding Owls,. playing with Cheetah cubs, the great view on the mountains, bush rides through the park, being responsible for little Buschbabys- and the stuff was extraordinary nice and are the reason, why this place is so special.

I enjoyed being there and every day was a new adventure. It was a cool way to experience the wild life of Australia in a special and fun way. We fed the kangaroos and I fed a mom roo with a joey in her pocket and the Joey tried to play with my hand.

The most memorable experiences I had with the people I worked together with. Whether it was playing cards with the Rangers on Rinca island or the locals trying to teach me their traditional dances.

I think the walks to and from the tortoise center were always amazing. Being able to locally snorkel and hike were spectacular. I also enjoyed the local snorkel trips. recommend that one does not do door to door in Isabella in one go without stopovers on the way or return.

I loved everything about this project! I loved cooking and then bringing food to the people in need. I also really enjoyed hearing stories both from other volunteer organisations as well as the homeless people themselves. I think this is a great project for anyone who wants to see the sometimes not so pretty side of Sydney, but one that is definitely very rewarding.

I loved hanging out with my new furry friends everyday :) Having lunch with the kangaroos, cleaning up the wombat enclosure and giving a sneaky pat to the sleepy koalas, really made my experience worthwhile. What I also liked about this project was that it wasn't just Australian animals, but that they had lot's of others too, including birds, farm animals and even an alligator. We were always kept busy taking care of the park and it's animals, working closely with the rangers and interacting with park visitors. Our accommodation was also close to Newcastle, which was a nice change from the busy Sydney city center. Make sure you check out the wineries nearby on your day off or take a dip on a quiet beach. Definitely a great choice to start my Aussie adventures!

My experience was absolutely amazing! Had such a good time, what I loved most was how much interaction I had with the animals! Everyday was so cool! Even though sometimes it would be very hard work it pays off by being able to be with the animals!

This was the best part of my life, first time traveling. I was nervous and a little scared but everyone has been so nice and supportive throughout the whole process. I've experienced some amazing places, people and absolutely love the culture. Wish I could have stayed longer and spent more times with the turtles though! Will definitely be back to bali that's for sure, x :)

I loved my time as a volunteer, of course there’s ups and downs but it’s all part of the experience!! Thank you GoEco for making this possible. For me, maybe it could be useful to have even more insight about the project and what it takes to be the best volunteer that you can be!

This was a once in a lifetime experience that I am so glad to have been a part of! I was very nervous being a first time traveller but the administration team made everything so easy and worry free! The island was amazing and the program was absolutely wonderful! I am so glad to have made a difference in these turtles lives. I definitely would visit again!

The 2 weeks I have spent in Sri Lanka allowed me to look into the lives of the local people and truly see the impact of sea pollution on turtles. Definitely worth the trip to make to be more aware of the environmental damage being done.

Working here was absolutely amazing, I loved it so much I have already planned to back next year for 6 months. Meeting new people, the monkeys and the bonds you make made the experience unforgettable!