Contribute to World Conservation Projects with Travellers Worldwide

  Brunei

• Other Cities in Brunei: 
Tutong

  Kenya

• Nairobi: 
Nairobi

  Malaysia

• Other Cities in Malaysia: 
Rural

  South Africa

• Other Cities in South Africa: 
ZuluLand,  Rural Areas

  Sri Lanka

• Other Cities in Sri Lanka: 
Colombo Central

  Zimbabwe

• Other Cities in Zimbabwe: 
Victoria Falls

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year

Description: Conservation projects are exciting, beneficial, fun, worthwhile ... and so much more! Help to rehabilitate abused or orphaned animals in sanctuaries, or assist in saving threatened species by conserving them in Game Reserves. Help educate local communities in the necessity for conservation. So many opportunities to contribute and have an exciting adventure at the same time!

We have many placements available on projects such as:

=> WILDLIFE REHABILITATION in various different countries. Here you'll care for injured and orphaned animals and help to release them back into the wild.
=> CARE FOR ANIMALS IN SANCTUARIES: Looking after animals that have been so badly injured that they cannot be released back into the wild because they will be preyed on and unable to defend themselves. They will need a safe environment for the rest of their lives.
=> WORK WITH MARINE ANIMALS, such as the Great White Shark, Dolphins, Whales, Seals and Penguins - very exciting.
=> CONSERVATION IN GAME RESERVES where you'll monitor and collect data on all types of species, including the Big Five (Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino and Leopard). The result of your work is used to Wildlife Departments and Conservation Organisations to plan conservation policies and procedures. Very satisfying.
=> WORK WITH ORANG-UTANS in Sepilok, the worl'd most famous Orang Conservation and Rehabilitation Centre in the world.
=> WORK IN ZOOS to help improve the quality of life of captive animals by caring for them and helping to enrich their enclosures.
=> ASSIST ON A LION-BREEDING PROJECT in Africa where you get to work hands-on with lion cubs that are being bred to improve the clean gene pool and eradicate fatal feline diseases.

Travellers appreciate the urgent need to educate the people of today about our world's endangered species and eco-systems, people such as consumers in the Western world, local people who live close to wildlife, and local authorities and councils who have the power to protect their immediate environment but not the knowledge of how sacred our endangered species are.

We are actively involved in many important conservation initiatives around the world. We believe that protecting our animal species and our planet is of vital necessity. Taking action and increasing awareness now is necessary for our future generations otherwise all of nature's precious resources will have been used up. According to the World Conservation Union (IUCN), 15,589 species of animals and plants are threatened with extinction and many ecosystems wetlands, forests are being degraded and destroyed...

YOU can help by contributing hands on help in research, rehabilitation and animal welfare development. Go out into the wilderness to absorb and appreciate nature at its most glorious, and at it's most vulnerable.

Highlights: There are many things you can do while on a Conservation Project. These will vary depending on the country you choose. In many of our countries we have optional extras that range from short adventure courses like surfing, paragliding, Bush Survival, to safari tours, marine safaris to watch dolphins.

In some countries you can do Tango, Salsa or dance lessons, short intensive language lessons, or heritage tours to learn about the history of the local people such as the Aborigines. And, of course, visiting famous landmarks like Victoria Falls in Zambia, or the Iguacu Falls in Brazil, climbing or cable-car-ing up Table Mountain in South Africa or visiting the famous Pinawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka. And stunning beaches everywhere!

Traveller's Contribution to World Conservation:

- Identifying worthwhile conservation work around the world that requires hands on assistance and/or funding assistance
- Implementing conservation projects around the world
- Continuously monitoring the work to ensure that it provides adequate support, structure, comfort and satisfaction for the volunteers
- Continuously seeking to ensure future development of a worthwhile program.
- Providing structured and safe conservation projects for inexperienced volunteers with an interest in conservation
- Marketing these opportunities to make people aware of how they can help despite time or money restrictions
- Recruiting self-funding volunteers from around the world
- Providing and arranging the opportunity of short-term work in established conservation roles for paying volunteers (meaning no cost at all to the projects, because their funds are limited and need to be retained for purely conservation aims)
- Ensuring valuable, worthwhile work that develops the volunteer, the animals and the local community (a win-win-win situation!)
- The Bridge The Gap Foundation established in memory of Phil Perkes, Travellers Founder, provides valuable funding towards meaningful projects in conservation.

WHAT TO DO NEXT
Talk to us - We're there to help you. Most of our team are ex Travellers volunteers and are ideally qualified to offer advice and guidance because they know what you're looking for. They'll help you find your perfect project - and then make it all happen!
If you'd like more information about this or any of our projects, please email or call us! If you'd like to apply for this project, please go to our website and complete the application form. As soon as we receive it, well liaise with you and then start making your travel adventure happen.
Its as easy as that.

OUR USERS SAY...
"The staff were very friendly and it was a really pleasant environment to work in. I have kept in touch with them and am continuing to write for them here in England, and they are continuing to publish my work in South Africa. The placement has given me experience that would have been very difficult to arrange with a similar-sized publication here in the UK, particularly as I lack any background in journalism. Therefore, it has given me a foot in the door of an industry that would have been relatively inaccessible to me previously. I have now got the confidence that I can succeed in the profession and have already started freelance work for different publications in the UK, in addition to articles still being published in South Africa. Cape Town was a fabulous place to do this placement ..."

Qualifications: This placement would suit Conservation enthusiasts and animal lovers and people who want to make a real difference, want first-hand experience of a different culture and who have initiative. No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm!

Cost in US$: Varies depending on project and length of time, but starts at USD 1,100 for two weeks.

You'll be met at the nearest airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. He/she will also be on call 24/7 and you'll see them frequently.

Pre-departure you'll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Typical volunteers has a spirit of adventure and a sense of humour!

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Travellers Worldwide's Mission Statement: Travellers Worldwide organises all types of worthwhile and beneficial voluntary placements in local communities. We also provide Work Experience & Internship opportunities, as well as different types of Courses and study abroad options. We have many diverse projects, from teaching underprivileged or refugee children in schools, orphanages and care homes, to conservation and rehabilitation of endangered animals, such as orangutans, lion cubs, dolphins, elephants. Our aim is to make a difference to the communities we work in and to facilitate personal and professional growth in our volunteers. We employ local people in our destination countries and local providers of goods and services, thus ensuring we have a positive impact on the community. Our ethos encompasses mutual respect, cultural exchange, responsible travel and a beneficial outcome for all. Travellers also arranges work experience placements in Journalism, Law, Veterinary, Medicine, Tourism, Architecture, and many more. There are also opportunities to learn languages and other skills such as Capoeira in Brazil, Tango in Argentina or Flying in South Africa. These projects are unique - and tailored to suit you! Our placements are flexible (2 weeks to 1 year) and on most you can choose your own start and finish dates. No qualifications are required, just an enthusiasm to experience a new culture! Full support is provided within the country, with friendly and conscientious staff, ensuring a safe and exciting way to experience a brand new culture! Placements are also very sociable: you'll make friends with the other international volunteers and often volunteers travel together after their placement and during their free weekends. We help you to Make a Difference and have an exciting adventure travel experience!

Year Founded: 1995