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Borneo is the 3rd biggest island in the world and part of Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. In context of Borneo you might also have heard the name Kalimantan. That is the Indonesian name for Borneo. Given its equatorial climate and the oldest rainforest worldwide, Borneo offers the most diverse flora and fauna. The wildlife consists of several animals, from the smallest squirrel to the Bornean elephant. One of the most famous animals you can find here is the endangered Bornean orangutan. Resulting from illegal mass deforestation, mining and forest fires, the orangutan is under constant danger. Here, your work as a future volunteer comes into play. There is a variety of volunteering projects available such as assisting at an orangutan sanctuary or volunteering in a construction project.

Program Highlights

Help to save Orangutans in Borneo

Volunteer together with your whole Family

Teach English to Children

Immerse yourself in a cultural experience

Hands on work - constructional work at Orangutan conservations

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Kuching, Malaysia
  • Rural Areas, Malaysia
Starts At: $300-600
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement: 14+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Childcare & Children
  • Conservation
  • Culture
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Teaching
  • Wildlife
  • Youth
  • Youth Development
Types:
  • Adventure Travel
  • Animals
  • Music
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: May 20, 2026

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Locations

  • Kuching, Malaysia
  • Rural Areas, Malaysia

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Childcare & Children
  • Conservation
  • Culture
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Teaching
  • Wildlife
  • Youth
  • Youth Development
  • Types
  • Adventure Travel
  • Animals
  • Music
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • During High School
  • Post High School

Age Requirement

14+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families

Starts At

$300-600

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Disciplinary Clearance Form
    • Online Application
    • Physical Exam/Health Records
    • Resume

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    Borneo is the 3rd biggest island in the world and part of Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. In context of Borneo you might also have heard the name Kalimantan. That is the Indonesian name for Borneo. Given its equatorial climate and the oldest rainforest worldwide, Borneo offers the most diverse flora and fauna. The wildlife consists of several animals, from the smallest squirrel to the Bornean elephant. One of the most famous animals you can find here is the endangered Bornean orangutan. Resulting from illegal mass deforestation, mining and forest fires, the orangutan is under constant danger. Here, your work as a future volunteer comes into play. There is a variety of volunteering projects available such as assisting at an orangutan sanctuary or volunteering in a construction project.

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