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Sri Lanka - Wild Elephant Conservation and Research
Discover the mysterious ways of the gentle giants of Sri Lanka, as you spend your days observing and trailing elephants in their natural habitat.This project will give you the skills to identify different elephants, collect behavioral data and do trail mapping, to ensure the conservation of the elephants. Volunteers will also conduct Human-Elephant Conflict surveys, which aim to identify proble...
Discover the mysterious ways of the gentle giants of Sri Lanka, as you spend your days observing and trailing elephants in their natural habitat.This project will give you the skills to identify different elephants, collect behavioral data and do trail mapping, to ensure the conservation of the elephants. Volunteers will also conduct Human-Elephant Conflict surveys, which aim to identify problem areas and work with the community to resolve them through education, as well as conduct workshops on the environment for local school children. In addition to monitoring the elephants, volunteers will also experience birding and observing other animals in the region. In addition to the wildlife, volunteers will learn more about the Sri Lankan culture through village visits and an initial orienta...
Program Highlights
Spend your days roaming with majestic, wild elephants
Contribute to local elephant conservation efforts
Gain valuable skills in wildlife research
Contribute to the elephant conservation efforts Have plenty of time to explore the local area, including going on a sunrise hike once a week
Explore a top travel destination for 2019 (Sri Lanka)
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Quick Details
- Rural Areas, Sri Lanka
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
- Parks
- Wildlife
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Sri Lanka
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Nature Tours
- Tours
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- In-Country Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
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Discover the mysterious ways of the gentle giants of Sri Lanka, as you spend your days observing and trailing elephants in their natural habitat.This project will give you the skills to identify different elephants, collect behavioral data and do trail mapping, to ensure the conservation of the elephants. Volunteers will also conduct Human-Elephant Conflict surveys, which aim to identify problem areas and work with the community to resolve them through education, as well as conduct workshops on the environment for local school children. In addition to monitoring the elephants, volunteers will also experience birding and observing other animals in the region. In addition to the wildlife, volunteers will learn more about the Sri Lankan culture through village visits and an initial orienta...
GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
Ready to Learn More?
Discover the mysterious ways of the gentle giants of Sri Lanka, as you spend your days observing and trailing elephants in their natural habitat.This project will give you the skills to identify different elephants, collect behavioral data and do trail mapping, to ensure the conservation of the elephants. Volunteers will also conduct Human-Elephant Conflict surveys, which aim to identify problem areas and work with the community to resolve them through education, as well as conduct workshops on the environment for local school children. In addition to monitoring the elephants, volunteers will also experience birding and observing other animals in the region. In addition to the wildlife, volunteers will learn more about the Sri Lankan culture through village visits and an initial orienta...
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