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Care for Rescued Elephants in Thailand
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Care for gentle Asian elephants in rural Thailand, rescued from a tough working life. Enrich your experience further by combining Elephant Conservation with our Wildlife Rescue project, which is based in the same center. As a volunteer, you will work alongside trained local staff and assist with the care of around 20 rescued elephants. You will also help with other tasks around the center, hand...
Care for gentle Asian elephants in rural Thailand, rescued from a tough working life. Enrich your experience further by combining Elephant Conservation with our Wildlife Rescue project, which is based in the same center. As a volunteer, you will work alongside trained local staff and assist with the care of around 20 rescued elephants. You will also help with other tasks around the center, handling varied tasks such as the following: - Feeding and giving water to the elephants - Cleaning out enclosures - Hosing down the elephants (particularly those with health issues) - Harvesting food from local farms (bananas, pineapples) - Creating enrichment activities - Looking after other domesticated animals on site, such as rescued dogs Make a direct impact through your contribution to...
Program Highlights
Become exposed to Asian elephants rescued from a harsh working life.
Get the chance to work with various animal species by combining two animal rescue projects.
Contribute to efforts in protecting endangered wildlife and providing education on conservation issues.
Stay on-site at a tropical wildlife center located on temple grounds.
Grow personally as you discover the significance of protecting animals and making a difference in their lives.
Quick Details
- Rural Areas, Thailand
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Building & Construction Projects
- Conservation
- Environment
- Veterinary Science
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- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
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Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Most rewarding and life changing experiences
by: Tyler - United StatesProgram: Care for Rescued Elephants in ThailandMy time at The Elephant Care Project - Thailand was one of the most rewarding and life changing experiences. Working with the elephants everyday allowed me to see first-hand how our collective hard work helps to make the elephants lives so much better. Along with caring for the elephants, the friends I have made are what I will cherish most. I wish I could have stayed longer.
Go for it!
by: Rishi - United KingdomProgram: Care for Rescued Elephants in ThailandI really enjoyed my time at the elephant sanctuary in Thailand. The days were long and tiring but ultimately rewarding. Being so close to the elephants every day was an unbelievable experience. I learnt a a huge amount about elephants and wildlife conservation while also making great friends. I was also able to use my days off well to explore other parts of Thailand. Would recommend to anyone with the right attitude and willing to work hard to make a difference! What did you find most rewarding...
Enjoyed the program
by: Saskya - United StatesProgram: Care for Rescued Elephants in ThailandI thoroughly enjoyed working at the Elephant Care project in Thailand - it taught me so many things as it is such a humbling experience to be able to work very hard so that these rescued animals can live a better life. I got to meet people with similar mind-set, get a tan, eat great food, work with other hard working volunteers, embrace the Thai culture, and see so much beauty in the green rainforests near the site. Just remember to bring plenty of insect repellent as there are a lot of flies an...
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Thailand
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Building & Construction Projects
- Conservation
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Group Meals
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Written Application
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