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Wildlife Conservation Volunteering in Brazil

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Program Overview

Volunteer in the Bodoquena Highlands region, where you’ll support wildlife conservation and community outreach activities. The project monitors wildlife, including the peccary population—medium-sized hoofed, pig-like mammals—of the Pantanal region. It assesses the factors influencing animal movements in the area, which is currently under threat due to illegal hunting, mining, and expansion of soyb...

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Program Highlights

Discover the fascinating way of life and culture of a town with around 8,000 people.
Gain an insight into the importance of biodiversity and ecological interactions to aid in the protection of priority areas.
Contribute to efforts in conservation planning and wildlife species protection in Brazil.
Experience Brazil and its amazing natural habitats while meeting locals.
Spend your free time exploring nearby natural attractions such as swimming holes with waterfalls, natural aquariums, and wildlife habitats.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation

Program Details

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Locations

  • Campo Grande, Brazil

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • American
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Belgian

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks

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Working with wild animals can always be dangerous, however, each volunteer is given on-site training by fully trained staff who follow strict safety procedures, therefore incidents are very rare! Plus, peccaries are friendly creatures that don't harm

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad Finalist 2022
Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad 2021 Finalist
Top Rated Online Program Notable Mentions
Innovative New Program Volunteer Abroad 2020 Finalist
Top Eco-Traveling Enthusiast of 2017 - Sustainable Voluntourism
British Youth Travel Awards 2018 Finalist

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