Volunteer with Orangutans

Location

Borneo

Length

2 to 4 weeks

Project Types

General grants/scholarships, Payment plans

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Program Details

Language

English

Age Min.

Age Max

Timeframe

Year Round

Housing

Guesthouse

Groups

Small Group (1-15)

Travel Type

Budget Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Starting Price

1920

Price Details

2 weeks: US$1920

4 weeks: US$2993

All airport transfers, accommodation, food, full training and project costs.

What's Included

Accommodation Airport Transfers Equipment Meals Transportation

What's Not Included

Activities Airfare Domestic Airfare SIM cards Travel Insurance

Last Updated: Jul 07, 2020

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About Program

Help to care for orangutans in a rescue centre on the stunning island of Borneo. These orangutans have all been rescued from the illegal wildlife and pet trade - they were taken from the wild as babies and kept in cages for years. Thankfully, they have now been rescued and can now live a life as close to the wild as possible.

The staff at the centre find it impossible to say no to animals in need, so in addition to the orangutans, you will also find that you are working with sun bears, gibbons, crocodiles and even cloud leopards.

Help with tasks, such as:

- food preparation
- feeding
- cleaning enclosures
- making enrichments for the orangutans
- helping to build structures such as swings, bridges and walkways
- general maintenance such as painting, cleaning and constructions

Volunteers live on site in shared accommodation. You will be given a food budget and will be living on a self catering basis.

You will get 2 consecutive days off each week.

This program is currently not being promoted on Go Overseas by its provider. Check with Oyster Worldwide for the most up-to-date information regarding the status of this program.

Video and Photos

Help with enrichments for orangutans in Malaysia

Two orangutans play at the rescue centre

Volunteers help to make enrichments for animals

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Impact

Sustainability

Oyster Worldwide is passionate about the importance of responsible travel. We want our projects to fit in with the local way of life, without having a negative impact on the environment, culture or economy. This means that we will only send participants to places where there is a real need and where we have been asked to work. Once there, they should fit in with the community, respecting their way of life and supporting, rather than taking, local jobs.
Find out more here: https://www.oysterworldwide.com/about-us/our-policies/responsible-travel-policy/

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Program Highlights

Help to care for one of the world's most beloved animals - the orangutan.
Enjoy incredible Malaysian food, a fusion of Chinese, Thai, Indian and more - yum!
Work alongside a team of international volunteers - and make friends from all around the world.
Work with a wide range of animals, from orangutans to sun bears, from leopards to monkeys!
Explore this amazing island in your free time - incredible beaches and National Parks galore!

Program Impact

Volunteers help to care for hundreds of animals at the centre

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About Oyster Worldwide

Oyster Worldwide is a respected gap year and responsible travel organisation. Since 2006, we have been sending volunteers and workers overseas on our exciting projects. Our friendly team is dedicated to providing a personal service, offering support through every step of your journey. Our projects are located in 24 destinations and range from paid...