Sri Lanka - Wild Elephant Conservation and Research
Program Overview
Discover the mysterious ways of the gentle giants of Sri Lanka, as you spend your days observing and trailing elephants in their natural habitat.This project will give you the skills to identify different elephants, collect behavioral data and do trail mapping, to ensure the conservation of the elephants.
Volunteers will also conduct Human-Elephant Conflict surveys, which aim to identify problem areas and work with the community to resolve them through education, as well as conduct workshops on the environment for local school children. In addition to monitoring the elephants, volunteers will also experience birding and observing other animals in the region. In addition to the wildlife, volunteers will learn more about the Sri Lankan culture through village visits and an initial orientation.
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Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Nature Tours
- Tours
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Gap Year
- Animal Sciences
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
- Parks
- Wildlife
- Adventure Travel
- Animals
- Volunteering
Updated Jun 16, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Sri Lanka
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 1-3 Months
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- Post High School
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