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Volunteer with Sun Bears in Borneo
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Known for their extraordinarily long tongue and small size, the sun bears are commonly referred to as the "cutest" bear in the world. Facing increasing threats from pet trade, illegal hunting, and habitat destruction, conservation is extremely important to protect these sun bears. Volunteers will work alongside animal welfare experts at a rehabilitation center, which is set up to rescue bears ...
Known for their extraordinarily long tongue and small size, the sun bears are commonly referred to as the "cutest" bear in the world. Facing increasing threats from pet trade, illegal hunting, and habitat destruction, conservation is extremely important to protect these sun bears. Volunteers will work alongside animal welfare experts at a rehabilitation center, which is set up to rescue bears from cruel captivity. They will help to create enrichment tasks, monitor the bears, and help to preserve and improve their enclosures. It is important that volunteers are willing to get stuck in, and they should be passionate about the welfare of these amazing animals. Surrounded by the lush rainforests, volunteers will live in a shared, traditional house. There will be lots of time to explore ...
Program Highlights
Work with the adorable sun bears and help prevent their extinction.
Work alongside animal welfare experts at this leading rehabilitation centre and learn more about conservation.
Live in a beautiful jungle setting with nature just on your doorstep.
See orangutans in the wild in a neighbouring rehabilitation centre.
Meet friends from around the world with similar interests.
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Quick Details
- Sandakan, Malaysia
- 2-4 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Wildlife
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
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I am really enjoying the experience.
by: Heather PearsonProgram: Volunteer with Sun Bears in BorneoI am getting on very well at the bear centre and really enjoying the experience.. and I am having a wonderful experience of the jungle! Volunteering with Sun Bears in Borneo has been an amazing experience and I am so glad I did it .
It is a fantastic opportunity
by: JaneProgram: Volunteer with Sun Bears in BorneoThe work at the sun bear centre was more varied than I had expected, and we worked more closely with the bears than I had hoped. Being a part of the process of rehabilitation, especially in regards of three young bears at the centre was amazing. I created a dry cage for them, watched them take their first steps into the jungle and later on saw them climbing trees, foraging and playing out in their rain-forest enclosure. It is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the process of rehabilitation a...
Fantastic experience, you will fall in love with the bears!!
by: Sophie Macc - United KingdomProgram: Volunteer with Sun Bears in BorneoI had a spare 2 weeks in my travelling plans and emailed Oyster World Wide explaining I loved to travel, loved all animals and wanted to volunteer somewhere that made a difference. I received an email a few hours later with lots of ideas and projects that suited my time frame and the rough areas I was already travelling in. I only booked my oyster worldwide volunteering project a couple of weeks before the start date but they were fantastic from start to finish, answering any questions usually ...
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Program Details
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Locations
- Sandakan, Malaysia
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Ecology
- Vacation Packages
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
Availability
Years Offered: 2020,2021,Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Online Application
Interviews
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Jessica Prestage
Participated in 2016
Jessica is currently studying environmental science and she has always been interested in the environment. She loves working with animals, and knowing...
Jessica Prestage
Participated in 2016
I wanted to see a new part of the world and experience a different culture. As I finished my year 13 exams in May 2016, I had four months free before uni, so I decided to use that time to travel and do something I would never have considered before.
Sophie Macc
Participated in 2019
Sophie Macc teaches Kindergarten in Oman in the Middle East. She is originally from a town near Manchester in the UK. Growing up she spent every summe...
Sophie Macc
Participated in 2019
I have always traveled from a young age with my family. Once I reached university I spent my holiday and most of my student loan, unfortunately, on traveling. I love to experience new cultures and places. I never make a plan, just book flights and go. I find I always come back with a new view of the world.
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