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Rainforest Animal Rehabilitation Centre - Ecuador
Location: Ecuador: Puyo
Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year
WAVA
http://www.workandvolunteer.com
Tower House 67-71 Lewisham High Street London, Lewisham SE13 5JX England
Call Us
Phone: +44 208 297 3278
Description
Volunteer in Ecuador in the Animal Conservation Project enjoying the magical Ecuadorian wildlife.
The aim of the Rainforest Animal Rehabilitation Centre Ecuador program is to assist in the fight against animal abuse and trafficking.
Ecuador's rainforests are home to some of the world's most beautiful and exotic animal species. This has led to an increase in animal trafficking and the illegal smuggling of these animal species to those who seek these incredible animals as trophy pets. Many of the animals we receive at the volunteer center have been taken out of the wild rainforest illegally and sold as domestic pets. Wild animals do not make suitable domestic pets and often they become aggressive and so are abandoned or neglected. The volunteering center is reliant on the hard work and financial support of the volunteers and in return you will get to experience the wonderful animals and unique environment of the Ecuadorian rainforest.
Highlights
An average week for a volunteer involves:
* Cleaning and feeding the animals on a daily basis
* Construction and maintenance of cages
* Prepare food for animals
The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm.
== Free Time ==
* You will be free to relax at the center, there is a lounge available for volunteers
* Some volunteers like to go to Puyo during the evening to have a drink and meet the locals
Qualifications
* Minimum age: 18 years old
* You do not need any previous experience to come and work with us. Some of the work can be quite hard so a basic level of fitness is necessary.
* If you do have some working with animals experience or even a veterinary experience, this is the ideal programme for you.
* The more time and effort you are willing to put into this project, the more you will get out in return.
* And finally, you just need to be happy to work in a team and have a great sense of humour.
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
From 890 GBP
Cost Include Description:
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- Animal Welfare
- Community Centers
- Conservation
- Eco-tourism
- Environment
- Social Services, Social Work
- Veterinary
- Volunteering
- Wildlife Surveying
This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Dormitory
- Group living
Participants Travel to Ecuador
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Other
- Phone/Video Interview
Typically The Application Process Time is
48 hoursWAVA's Mission Statement
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Year Founded
2010
