Program Photos
Volunteer in the Brazilian Pantanal
Location: Brazil: Campo Grande
Program Duration: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Rolling dates; 2 start dates per month
Greenheart Travel
http://www.greenhearttravel.org
746 N. LaSalle Drive Chicago, IL 60654 United States
Call Us
Phone: 888.227.6231
Fax: 312-944-0383
Description
This volunteer program is a rare opportunity to live and work in the fascinating and diverse Brazilian Pantanal wetlands. You will assist professional researchers collecting data on wild animal populations within the region. In particular, you will learn how the peccary populations are being affected by local cattle ranching methods and deforestation in the area while helping to implement initiatives that work to combat these affects. Being directly involved with the wildlife research will grant you intimate access to one of the world's most biologically diverse regions and will definitely be an unforgettable experience.
Highlights
In particular, you will learn how the peccary populations are being affected by local cattle ranching methods and deforestation in the area while helping to implement initiatives that work to combat these affects. Being directly involved with the wildlife research will grant you intimate access to one of the world's most biologically diverse regions and will definitely be an unforgettable experience.
Qualifications
* 18 years of age or older (Teens 16+ may come with groups)
* Able to work in a team setting
* Interested in nature, wildlife and being outdoors
* Flexible and adaptable
Minimum Education
High School
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- environment
- wildlife surveying
Age Range
18 +This Program is open to
American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African, Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Guest House
Participants Travel to Brazil
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Written Application
Greenheart Travel's Mission Statement
Greenheart Travel is a division of the Center for Cultural Interchange. Founded in 1985, the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. Greenheart is CCI's way of promoting the health and welfare of the earth and its people through cultural exchange, ethical travel, responsible consumerism, and community service.
Year Founded
1985
