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Conservation Volunteering in Borneo
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Growing human populations and increasing destruction of natural habitats is a constant risk to the survival of many incredible species. This programme is a great opportunity for volunteers to make a real difference to wildlife. It aims to help protect and regenerate the habitats of many animals. Work in the rainforest that is full of exotic animals, close to the river Kinabatangan, and help to mai...
Growing human populations and increasing destruction of natural habitats is a constant risk to the survival of many incredible species. This programme is a great opportunity for volunteers to make a real difference to wildlife. It aims to help protect and regenerate the habitats of many animals. Work in the rainforest that is full of exotic animals, close to the river Kinabatangan, and help to maintain its beauty. Volunteers can expect to head out on jungle explorations to learn about the complex ecosystem. They will also work with local communities to help them in a variety of sustainable environmental projects. There will also be an opportunity for volunteers to visit the famous Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Based in a small village, this programme allows volunteers to b...
Program Highlights
Become part of a genuine conservation initiative, working to protect the flora and fauna of Borneo.
Live amongst the Orang Sungai, “the people of the river”, and taste their delicious home-cooked food.
Know that your very presence on the project helps to preserve the local community.
Witness orangutans, pygmy elephants, and other wild animals during the daily boat trips.
Live life off the beaten track in this small pocket of beauty.
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Quick Details
- Sandakan, Malaysia
- Borneo, Malaysia
- 1-2 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Eco-Tourism
- Environment
- Reforestation
- Wildlife
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- Asian
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It will be like nothing else
by: CarmelProgram: Conservation Volunteering in BorneoThe entire project and everyone involved with it provided a first-rate service throughout the trip and it proved to be a truly remarkable experience for me and my family. We felt fully prepared about what to expect and were able to ask questions throughout – always getting a full and swift response. Nick at the flight centre was excellent, especially when the Malaysian Airline website kept crashing and organised seating, special assistance and private transfers for us in KL which really helped....
Mark is an amazing project leader,
by: MattProgram: Conservation Volunteering in BorneoMark is an amazing project leader, so intelligent and passionate. Our teammates are awesome, too. We’ve all bonded. The tree planting is coming along, and we’ve seen many wonderful animals during the program.
Amazing experience!!
by: Elisabeth Mering - United StatesProgram: Conservation Volunteering in BorneoI had a wonderful time on this projected and loved the whole thing. The work: it’s hot and this is hard work it’s also excellently balanced to as much work as you’d want to do in the heat. I enjoyed that we got to do several aspects of reforestation including maintaining previously planted trees, preparing plots for planting, and then the actual planting! I had honestly gone thinking that this would be much more work and less vacation but it still felt very much like a vacation with several ...
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Locations
- Sandakan, Malaysia
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Vacation Packages
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Eco-Tourism
Availability
Years Offered: 2020,2021,Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Online Application
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