Forest Elephant Sanctuary

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1 - 2 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+

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Highlights

  • Meet our incredible resident animals and witness firsthand how your project fee directly supports elephants
  • Join a community of like-minded individuals and experience a fulfilling and enjoyable journey, with the well-being of animals as our top priority
  • Engage in meaningful activities focused on caring for elephants and making a positive impact

Highlights

  • Meet our incredible resident animals and witness firsthand how your project fee directly supports elephants
  • Join a community of like-minded individuals and experience a fulfilling and enjoyable journey, with the well-being of animals as our top priority
  • Engage in meaningful activities focused on caring for elephants and making a positive impact
  • Embrace a rewarding working holiday as you contribute to the well-being of these magnificent creatures who rely on our support
  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Thailand, savor delicious cuisine, and connect with friendly locals, creating unforgettable memories


  • Vooral geschikt voor

    Leeftijd 18+
    Alleenstaanden
    Koppels
    Groepen
    50+

    Over het programma

    The Elephant Sanctuary enables volunteers to make a tangible difference amid a backdrop of beauty, wonder and exploration

    The Project

    The Forest Thailand Elephant Sanctuary enables volunteers to make a tangible difference amid a backdrop of beauty, wonder and exploration. By assisting the conservation team and fellow volunteers, this project enables displaced and abused elephants to integrate back into their natural ...

    Over het programma

    The Project

    The Forest Thailand Elephant Sanctuary enables volunteers to make a tangible difference amid a backdrop of beauty, wonder and exploration. By assisting the conservation team and fellow volunteers, this project enables displaced and abused elephants to integrate back into their natural habitat. This life-changing experience will see you provide sanctuary for one of the world’s most endangered species alongside various buffalo, birds, cats and dogs that require rescuing. Here are a means of gaining a greater cultural appreciation within Asia whilst contributing to one of the great moral causes of our time.

    The Sanctuary is located 60km north of Chiang Mai. Complete with comfortable accommodation, fantastic local cuisine and friendly company, you will be situated in the heart of Thailand’s thriving wildlife.

    The Location

    Thailand is widely considered to be Southeast Asia’s ultimate tropical paradise. Mixing modern architecture with ancient cultural landscapes and traditions, this luxurious part of the world continues to be one of the true tourist hotspots all year round. 

    Chiang Mai is the largest city in the North and offers a range of sites and activities for explorers young and old. Rich with fragrances, local delicacies, gardens, ruins and museums, the 14 million annual visitors are treated to an array of splendour amid the revitalised Mae Ping River. 

    Your Contribution

    • Feed and bathe elephants
    • Clearing elephant droppings
    • General elephant care
    • Cleaning and preparing elephant food
    • Constructing and maintaining mud pits
    • Helping local villages
    • Caring for dogs and other pets
    • Assisting staff with mahouts while undertaking various educational tasks with park staff
    Volunteers will work parallel with our expert conservation team and fellow volunteers. From agricultural activities to community care and general maintenance and sustainability endeavours, your Chiang Mai experience will be a daily education through various hands-on tasks. Volunteers will be working closely with the elephants.

    Conditions Onsite

    Volunteers will work closely with elephants. 

    Be wary that you will need rain gear between June to October and warm weather clothing between November and February. 

    Please bring the following if you are able: Overnight bag with change of clothes for several days, hat, sunscreen, sandals/flip-flops, clothing for river bathing (not bikinis due to the Buddist culture, towel, shoes for walking, camera, bug repellent, flashlight, gardening gloves, short wellies or similar in wet season (Student Vets only - Coursework materials).

    Thailand has rich, biological diversity. However, sadly increasingly, human pressures such as overexploitation, habitat loss and habitat degradation, are pushing many of Thailand creatures to the brink of extinction. In Thailand, as in every country in the world, animals are abused and exploited for profit and human gratification. There are many examples of animal exploitation for the tourist industry, such as animals performing in degrading shows and elephant riding camps. There is also a thriving illegal trade in wild animals for pets.  O2E ask that volunteers do not engage in activities that involve animal exploitation.  

    Please Note 

    The second instalment of your project fees is due within 1 week after you paid the deposit on Volunteer World. This is a total of $495 AUD and comes off your balance. The balance is due 90 days prior to travel. For all further information about the fees, please scroll down to the section "Program Fees“.


    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    After breakfast at 7am, you will prepare the elephants food before giving it to the animals. Volunteers can witness the herd bathe together in the river amid the surrounds of their natural habitat. You will participate in any number of activities, from assisting with the bathing site to cutting food ...

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    After breakfast at 7am, you will prepare the elephants food before giving it to the animals. Volunteers can witness the herd bathe together in the river amid the surrounds of their natural habitat. You will participate in any number of activities, from assisting with the bathing site to cutting food and plantations to general maintenance tasks. No two days will be the same as volunteers gain an appreciation and a greater understanding of the animals and the challenges they face in Thailand. Dinner is served at 6pm as the day ends.

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Free time is provided before and after lunch and dinner. This personal time can be spent socialising, getting a Thai massage, walking dogs, river tubing, etc. Or more simply, watching elephants wander freely on the property. A village with a small convenience store and a food market is located just ...

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Free time is provided before and after lunch and dinner. This personal time can be spent socialising, getting a Thai massage, walking dogs, river tubing, etc. Or more simply, watching elephants wander freely on the property. A village with a small convenience store and a food market is located just outside the front gate. 

    It is very simple to arrange your own activities and travel. If you are staying on after your placement, your only problem will be deciding how much you can fit into your time. We recommend waiting until you arrive before trying to arrange trips or activities as there is so much choice and everything will be cheaper than arranging it from home.


    Voorwaarden

    Voorwaarden

    Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

    Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

    Taalkennis

    Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (vloeiend)

    Vereiste documenten

    Proof of travel Insurance docs

    Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

    Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

    Andere vaardigheden

    Volunteers must be fluent in English, be willing to work and must be able to take direction staff. Ability to work well and integrate within a team environment. Social network skills is a major advantage.

    Tijdsinzet

    Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag, vrijdag, zaterdag en zondag van 09:00 - 05:00

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten door Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers


    What's included in this project?

    • Pre-departure support
    • Project Information Pack
    • Project Orientation held 
    • Accommodation
    • Food
    • Training
    • Field coordinator
    • Return transport from Chiang Mai accommodation or our office
    • International phone calls in case of emergency
    • Certificate of Participation, if requested
    • 24-hour in-country support
    • 24-hour O2E emergency phone
    What's not included in this project?

    • Flights
    • Snacks
    • Travel insurance
    • Personal spending
    • Visa/Passport
    • Bangkok transfer 

    Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Chiang Mai International Airport

    Make your way to Chiang Mai, Thailand. From there we can arrange your complimentary transfer from your Chiang Mai hotel to the sanctuary or you can come to our office in Chiang Mai on the morning of your placement.

    Accomodatie

    You will be living on site in comfortable accommodation sharing with at least two other volunteers. Here you will fall asleep to the sounds of elephants calling. WiFi and phone service are also available with an operating laundry that charges a small fee per kg.

    Eten & Drank

    The food is excellent, with a large buffet style lunch and dinner with many different dishes to choose from. Vegan and vegetarian food is always available, and all dietary restrictions are catered to. There are three meals per day with a mix of delicious Thai cuisine.

    Internet toegang

    Beperkte toegang op de project site

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Vlucht tickets

    De dichtste luchthaven is Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) in Chiang Mai. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Thailand. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

    Reisverzekering

    Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Thailand biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

    Vaccinaties

    Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Thailand dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Thailand. VACCINATIE CHECKER

    Gegevens over jouw aankomst

    You can start every Monday, all through the year. The program is available up to 2 weeks for volunteers and up to 4 weeks for student vets.

    You fly, bus or train into Chiang Mai city the day before (normally Sunday) before you start your position. Monday morning around 09:00am we will pick you up from your accommodation or you may make your own way to the office in Chiang Mai.

    Anyone over 18 can volunteer for up to 2 weeks ( for student vets) initially. If you are interested in staying longer, you can put in a request for a long stay and the project makes a decision after your first 2 weeks. This is to ensure only the highest caliber of hard working volunteers.




    Beschikbaarheid
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    Programmakosten

    1 week (min. verblijf) 898€
    2 weken (max. verblijf) 1.696€
    Gemiddelde kosten 873€/week

    Programmakosten

    873€ per week 1 - 2 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

    Betaalmethodes

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    GEEN CREDITCARDKOSTEN


    Duurtijd

    1 - 2 weken

    Waarborg

    De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.


    Finale betaling

    Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.


    Ontmoet je organisatie

    Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers

    Buitengewoon 4.9 rating (211 beoordelingen)

    NGO - opgericht in 2011

    Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

      Zeer hoog Responsgraad

    Gepresenteerd door

    Tracy

    Gesproken talen: Engels

    Over de organisatie

    Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers is a non-profit organisation that was founded for the purpose of providing resources and financial assistance to animal welfare and conservation

    Ontmoet je organisatie

    The O2E Founders are animal lovers and committed volunteers. They founded and established the organisation in Melbourne, Australia, having seen firsthand that volunteer recruitment agencies were not always aware if the projects they supported had the best interests of animals and environment in mind. Instead, unethical and harmful behaviour including elephant riding, unsustainable tree nursery projects and the consumption of scarce community resources by the presence of volunteers were often the result. Local wildlife communities and the animals’ environments were also clearly disadvantaged. For this reason, we created our Oceans 2 Earth Ethical Standards and the Wildlife Code and measure all potential projects by these policies prior to partnering with them.

    Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers offers volunteering and adventure travel experiences for ethically minded animal and conservation lovers looking for the trip of a lifetime.

    In creating Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers, the O2E founders challenge and engage individuals to contribute to meaningful animal welfare and conservation projects. As wildlife carers and avid animal welfare and rights campaigners, they uphold a vision to promote ethical volunteering as an advisable travel alternative.

    We believe the way to solve the issues of animal mistreatment and environmental destruction and degradation is to provide people with the opportunity to contribute and interact so that they may develop their own personal culture of responsibility and global conservation. People exposed first hand to challenging bio diverse environmental issues are more likely to draw on those experiences and continue to make a positive impact once they arrive home. 

    Oceans 2 Earth recognise that individuals really can make a difference. However small the work effort is from one person, if you combine the actions of many people as a whole, the result can become quite significant. By bringing like-minded and ethically conscious animal lovers together, Oceans 2 Earth believe that there is no limit to what we can achieve. 

    Our Mission

    Promote environmental sustainability and to be accountable for our impact on the environment.

    Take action and find solutions to improve the natural, bio-diverse way of life for all. Promote the ethical treatment and natural living ecology of all animals.

    Expose and educate volunteers to the plight of animals ill-affected by conflict or interaction with man, encouraging them to take action and find solutions to these global issues. 

    211 beoordelingen · rating4.9

    Caroline Himmelman rating5

    2024 at Forest Elephant Sanctuary

    I spent an amazing week at this program. It is definitely the most ethical of all the elephant sanctuaries and their kindness and compassion for their many rescued animals is second to none. I learned so much about Asian elephants as well as Thai culture. I felt extremely lucky to have had the ...
    kate minchin rating5

    2023 at Forest Elephant Sanctuary

    I ventured by myself on this trip and found it very rewarding. I was part of a group of 20 people where we worked together on many various tasks from carting watermelons, to cutting bananas or grass to visiting a school for the day. We had lots of time to also explore the park or walk a dog or ...
    Susanne Everding rating4.4

    2023 at Forest Elephant Sanctuary

    The best animal welfare project I have ever experienced - everything was just great! Highly recommended!! The founder LEK is an incredible woman who achieved unbelievable changes for ...
    Oceans 2 Earth is a great organization for anyone looking to volunteer and have some fun while doing it. The program is very well organized and it is clear how you are making an impact. Helen, Amy, and Tim are all great group leaders. You are able to see all sorts of different marine life while ...
    Amylyn Mortimer rating5

    2024 at Great Barrier Reef Marine Conservation

    Helen, Amy and Timmy were awesome! I learned a lot and enjoyed meeting and becoming friends with the members of our group. Fitzroy and Green island are absolutely beautiful. There’s a lot of down time in the afternoon to freely snorkel or walk around the islands. They were very inclusive of my ...
    Charlotte Pierce rating5

    2024 at Great Barrier Reef Marine Conservation

    O2E has been great. O2E has been such a great experience, all the staff were so friendly and helpful. I loved learning about how we can observe and conserve the ...

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