from 705€

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  • Life On Land

Animal care and conservation

location
2 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 20 - 50+
rating  Brilliant 4.7  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Excellent response rate

Highlights

  • Get to know the culture and customs working hand in hand with the local population.
  • Help the different animals in the sanctuary to have a happy life.
  • Bring new ideas for the project and the animals to develop further.
  • Live a unique experience in nature with other volunteers.
  • Get to know life among nature and feel the values ​​of veganism.

Especially suitable

Age 20+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+

About the program

Enjoy nature, care for the environment and protect animals from exploitation and mistreatment.

The active participation of volunteers is sought to collaborate in this wonderful place. The project fights for animal and environmental protection. The mission is to protect and defend all animals and their habitats through the exchange of information that stimulates compassion, respect and ...

About the program

The active participation of volunteers is sought to collaborate in this wonderful place. The project fights for animal and environmental protection. The mission is to protect and defend all animals and their habitats through the exchange of information that stimulates compassion, respect and understanding of human beings towards all species. In addition, medical-veterinary assistance is provided to animals under the guardianship of citizens in a situation of demonstrable need, supporting hundreds of families with low economic resources.

Currently this project consists of participating in a sanctuary for animals and plants that will shelter various species, and provide well-being and a life with respect and dignity.

This project aims to provide a safe haven for various species of animals. Among them
Dogs, cats, horses, sheep, goats, chickens, chinchillas, rabbits, turkeys, turtle doves, among others, can live a life free from any exploitation.
In addition, we intend to reforest the space and restore the ecosystem with native tree and shrub species, in order to promote the biodiversity of local flora and fauna.

The sanctuary has some goals to achieve, they are the following:

Promote and disseminate the values ​​of our association;

  • Contribute to public opinion on topics aligned with the vision, through the dissemination of studies, opinions
    conferences, debates or explanatory sessions.

  • Contribute to the medical-veterinary support of wild, stray, abandoned animals, wild, stray and abandoned animals or from low-income families;

  • Raise awareness about animal welfare among the younger generations and the most disadvantaged social classes.

  • Issue opinions on the development and regulation of animal protection laws.

  • Promote veganism.

  • Promote the protection and improvement of natural and humanitarian heritage.

  • Denounce and promote the rescue of animals in situations of abandonment or abuse.

  • Contribute to the adoption of stray, abandoned or rescued animals from situations of abandonment or abuse.

  • Support other organizations and individuals in the field of animal welfare.

  • Cooperate and encourage public and private initiatives aimed at promoting and defending the interests of animals.

Typical day

You collaborate 5 days a week, having two days off a week. The hours of collaboration are approximately 5 or 6 hours distributed throughout the day, depending on the needs. The schedule starts in the morning around 8 am. 


A typical volunteer day starts very early, where once the volunteers have had ...

Typical day

You collaborate 5 days a week, having two days off a week. The hours of collaboration are approximately 5 or 6 hours distributed throughout the day, depending on the needs. The schedule starts in the morning around 8 am. 


A typical volunteer day starts very early, where once the volunteers have had breakfast A meeting is held where the tasks of the day are distributed. A stop is made to eat and rest and again they return to the assigned tasks according to the needs of the day


The daily activities are:

  • Application of an adapted environmental enrichment
    to resident species.

  • Cleaning the territories of resident animals.

  • Socialization of resident animals.

  • Cleaning and removal of invasive species from the water lines of the property.

  • Tree plantation.

  • Treatment of flower beds.

  • Maintenance of property infrastructures and buildings.

  • Cleaning of the drainage system.

  • Clearing bushes.

  • Forest maintenance.

  • If you have knowledge: electrical, plumbing or other works.

  • Other works not mentioned according to the needs of the moment.

Free-time activities

Near the Sanctuary you can do numerous natural and mountain activities. Also, if you want to move you can visit the different picturesque places that surround the place.


On the other hand, you can enjoyLisbon and from the coast, where you can enjoy the good weather, the water activities, the ...

Free-time activities

Near the Sanctuary you can do numerous natural and mountain activities. Also, if you want to move you can visit the different picturesque places that surround the place.


On the other hand, you can enjoyLisbon and from the coast, where you can enjoy the good weather, the water activities, the gastronomy of the coast and the atmosphere.


On the other hand, you can visit the most touristic points ofLisbon, making visits to museums, cathedrals, viewpoints, etc.


Do not forget to take many photos, you will remember every corner!

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 20 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 20 years old on the program start date.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level) or Portuguese (basic level)

Education Requirements

High School at High School level

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Other Skills

Do not eat meat or fish. Be respectful, proactive and have the ability to work in a team.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

What's Included

What's Included

Services by Adventure Volunteer

  • Orientation and induction to the project or program
  • 24/7 support from the Adventure Volunteer team
  • Follow-up and evaluation of the program
  • Certificate of weeks spent volunteering
  • Tax certificate to be deducted in your income tax return
  • Guidance, advice and management in the choice of the program
  • Volunteer and liability insurance
  • Accommodation during your volunteer stay
  • 24/7 support from the local organization
  • Orientation and induction to the project

Accommodation

Volunteers participating in the volunteer program in Portugal have the following accommodation.

  • The volunteer house can accommodate up to 7 people, without separation of sexes in the rooms.
  • The kitchen and bathroom will be shared by all.
  • The house is equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave and coffee maker.
  • Volunteers will have access to a washing machine. Linens and towels will be provided weekly.
  • Food is not included. Meat and fish consumption is not allowed at the sanctuary. Volunteers can order food from an online supermarket and the food will be delivered to the sanctuary. Upon arrival you should bring food for about 3 days, as delivery may not be immediate.

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Airport Pickup at Lisbon Portela Airport

An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

Food & Beverages

Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

Internet Access

Sorry, no access at the project site

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon. We assist you to find cheap flights to Portugal. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Portugal provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Portugal you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Portugal. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

The volunteer will normally land at Lisbon Airport, the local coordinator will tell you how to get there. The local team will be waiting for the volunteer at the indicated address, and they will also recommend the best way to get there.

It is advisable to arrive during the weekend
Availability
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Program fees

2 weeks (min. stay) 705€
3 weeks 940€
4 weeks 1,170€
5 weeks 1,400€
6 weeks 1,630€
7 weeks 1,860€
12 weeks (max. stay) 3,050€
Average fees 303€/week

Program fees

303€ per week 2 - 12 weeks Age 20 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES

Duration

2 - 12 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with Adventure Volunteer during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

Meet your organization

Adventure Volunteer

Brilliant 4.7 rating (37 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2017

Verified by Volunteer World

  Excellent response rate

Coordinated by

Sergio

Spoken languages: English, Spanish

About the project

Support in the cooperation and creation of social and environmental projects in communities at risk of social exclusion, through international volunteering.

Meet your organization


ADVENTURE VOLUNTEER is a non-profit organization, established in 2017. We collaborate in the social and environmental field through projects of conservation and protection of the environment and animals, as well as in the social part through projects of empowerment of women, community development, functional diversity, medical or teaching.


Our team of collaborators has a deep experience in international volunteer programs.  We know all the realities of the areas where we are working, collaborating and where we have a presence. 


Our projects offer volunteers the opportunity to meet, share and participate in social and environmental projects. These projects demand educational and recreational activities that benefit communities of different cultures and customs, communities with economic difficulties and different degrees of social exclusion.

37 reviews · rating4.7

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Location

Europe > Southern Europe > Portugal > Lisboa

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