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Australia - Wild Animal Sanctuary
Immerse yourself in the unique wildlife of Australia by volunteering at the country's only Heritage Listed wildlife sanctuary. Nestled in natural bushland brimming with native animals, this sanctuary provides a lifelong home for rescued creatures, breeds endangered species to restore wild populations, and promotes conservation through education. Located just an hour by car or two hours by train fr...
Immerse yourself in the unique wildlife of Australia by volunteering at the country's only Heritage Listed wildlife sanctuary. Nestled in natural bushland brimming with native animals, this sanctuary provides a lifelong home for rescued creatures, breeds endangered species to restore wild populations, and promotes conservation through education. Located just an hour by car or two hours by train from Sydney, this opportunity allows you to contribute to wildlife preservation in a convenient and beautiful setting. Volunteers support the daily needs of the sanctuary by maintaining nature trails and enclosures, helping feed the animals, assisting with environmental education activities, and more. They will live in a dormitory-style housing with porter showers, a stocked kitchen, and laundry ...
Program Highlights
Indigenous Australian Wildlife: Work closely with iconic species like koalas, kangaroos, and other indigenous Australian wildlife, learning about their behavior and care.
Heritage Listed Aboriginal Cultural Landscape: Discover the sanctuary's Heritage Listed Aboriginal cultural landscape, boasting 4,000-year-old sites that offer a glimpse into the region's history.
Diverse Animal Species: Interact with over 60 species of animals, including koalas, echidnas, dingoes, wombats, bilbies, bats, birds, and reptiles.
Free Time to Explore: Enjoy weekends and evenings free to explore Sydney and its surrounding areas, experiencing the city's vibrant culture, landmarks, and natural beauty.
Vast Natural Bushland: Explore and work on 170 acres of natural bushland, providing a natural habitat for a wide array of animals.
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Quick Details
- Online
- Sydney, Australia
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- Eco Tours
- Heritage Tourism
- Surfing
- Community Service & Volunteering See more
- All Nationalities
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Program Reviews
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Spend time with the other volunteers and rangers
February 10, 2026by: Elle JonesProgram: Australia - Wild Animal Sanctuary
I loved getting to spend time with the other volunteers and rangers. We all had a lot of fun together while we were working. I also loved getting to walk Gundy the wombat on a leash. He was my favorite animal at the sanctuary
The most remarkable is the care and dedication to the injured animals, Gundi and Gonkey.
January 14, 2026by: Patricia WaiProgram: Australia - Wild Animal Sanctuary
Overall, I am extremely satisfied, especially with the support and guidance provided by the owner and rangers of Walkabout Sanctuary. What impressed me the most was their remarkable care and dedication to the injured animals, Gundi and Gonkey. Truly admirable!
My favourite experiences were hanging out with the bilbies.
March 01, 2025by: Rebecca VerezProgram: Australia - Wild Animal Sanctuary
It was so amazing, I loved being part of the team! My favourite experiences were hanging out with the Bilbies, giving a blue lizard a bath, and seeing so many wild possums on a night tour of the park.
Program Details
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Locations
- Online
- Sydney, Australia
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Eco Tours
- Heritage Tourism
- Surfing
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
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Immerse yourself in the unique wildlife of Australia by volunteering at the country's only Heritage Listed wildlife sanctuary. Nestled in natural bushland brimming with native animals, this sanctuary provides a lifelong home for rescued creatures, breeds endangered species to restore wild populations, and promotes conservation through education. Located just an hour by car or two hours by train from Sydney, this opportunity allows you to contribute to wildlife preservation in a convenient and beautiful setting. Volunteers support the daily needs of the sanctuary by maintaining nature trails and enclosures, helping feed the animals, assisting with environmental education activities, and more. They will live in a dormitory-style housing with porter showers, a stocked kitchen, and laundry ...
GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
Ready to Learn More?
Immerse yourself in the unique wildlife of Australia by volunteering at the country's only Heritage Listed wildlife sanctuary. Nestled in natural bushland brimming with native animals, this sanctuary provides a lifelong home for rescued creatures, breeds endangered species to restore wild populations, and promotes conservation through education. Located just an hour by car or two hours by train from Sydney, this opportunity allows you to contribute to wildlife preservation in a convenient and beautiful setting. Volunteers support the daily needs of the sanctuary by maintaining nature trails and enclosures, helping feed the animals, assisting with environmental education activities, and more. They will live in a dormitory-style housing with porter showers, a stocked kitchen, and laundry ...
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