2017 at Wildlife Conservation Worker
Wildlife Conservation Worker
Highlights
- Experience the Thai way of life and live in 'the land of smiles'
- Use your passion for animals to create a better life for rescued tourism animals
- Gain valuable experience in your chosen field of wildlife
- Make memories and new friends from around the world
- Have the opportunity after your placement to discover one of the most popular countries to visit in the world
- Experience the Thai way of life and live in 'the land of smiles'
- Use your passion for animals to create a better life for rescued tourism animals
- Gain valuable experience in your chosen field of wildlife
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About the program
Help create a positive and safe environment for many endangered species, many of which have been part of the darker side of Thailand's tourism trade.
The wildlife sanctuary in Thailand was started back in 2001 and is spread across seven acres. As a sanctuary for mistreated animals, the facility mainly takes care of those that are sick or handicapped, which tends to include a lot which have been kept as pets or used within the tourism industry. ..
Typical day
There is a variety of different things you may be involved with on a daily basis. Your input is massively appreciated, as, without volunteers, there are a number of roles that would be hard to complete for the team on their own. Your hours are agreed on when you arrive, but you tend to work across 6 ...
Free-time activities
Thailand is known for its incredible scenery and things to do, which is why it's one of the most popular countries in the world with backpackers. Local to the project, you have a few small shops in the local town, but lots of natural beauty to explore nearby. The next town in 30 minutes by car and ...
Requirements
What's Included
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Details on arrival
Before you even depart, our team in Munich will take you through every step of the process, from answering your questions about the program, through to advising you where to go for your visa. We are here to help you and to ensure that you feel totally comfortable (and prepared!) before departing.
You can fly into one of the two international airports in Bangkok. For the Wildlife Conservation Project or Elephant Animal Shelter Project, you can be picked up by a member of the team in Bangkok (for an additional fee). The project takes arrivals every Sunday. The taxi ride then takes about three hours to arrive at the accommodation (you are also more than welcome to travel there by yourself if you wish). In advance, you will receive a detailed handout, in which you will find all the details on how to get there by public transport.
As soon as you arrive at the project, you will be welcomed by the local team. They'll show you your new accommodation, as well as introduce you to the house rules, your tasks, local medical facilities and more. You will receive a comprehensive tour of the local area and get to know your fellow co-workers on site.
Program fees
Meet your organization
Rainbow Garden Village
Non-profit - founded in 1999
Verified by Volunteer World
Coordinated by
Steffen
About the project
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