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Wildlife Conservation/Amazon Rainforest/Internship

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2 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Explore the Amazon Rainforest with other volunteers/interns!
  • Improve your Spanish skills with our 4 hours per week Spanish lessons!
  • Learn how to make artisanal chocolate!

Highlights

  • Explore the Amazon Rainforest with other volunteers/interns!
  • Improve your Spanish skills with our 4 hours per week Spanish lessons!
  • Learn how to make artisanal chocolate!
  • Enjoy camping trips and the beautiful nature of the Amazon jungle!
  • Visit Indigenous Communities, Boiling River, local plantations, crystal water streams and much more!

  • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    We will work on monitoring physical and biological variables and on the preservation of threatened species and protecting their ecosystems. Internship free after 12 weeks

    People with special knowledge in the field of biology could help us by observing and documenting the local biodiversity. The idea of this project is to be able to document all kinds of possible biodiversity through photos and videos in order to develop different types of teaching materials to ...

    About the program

    People with special knowledge in the field of biology could help us by observing and documenting the local biodiversity. The idea of this project is to be able to document all kinds of possible biodiversity through photos and videos in order to develop different types of teaching materials to share with the community and different Peruvian and international schools.

    WILD LIFE

    One of the places in Peru that biologists, birdwatchers and explorers cannot miss is Codo Del Pozuzo Regional Reserve. This is a protected area by the state of Peru officially created in July 2022 and located in the province of Puerto Inca, Huánuco Region.

    The area protects 25,831 acres (10,453 hectares) of cloud forests and humid montane forests spanning an altitudinal range of 4,500 – 8,000 feet above sea level and conserving a rich array of flora and fauna. The new protected area also conserves the source of water for surrounding communities in the province of Puerto Inca.

    Flora and Fauna

    The Codo del Pozuzo Regional Conservation Area represents an important refuge for the abundant flora and fauna found in its forests. Its ecosystems are home to more than 120 plant species, 46 species of mammals, 43 species of birds, 11 species of reptiles and 8 species of amphibians. Threatened species include the Andean bear (Tremarctos ornatus), the Colombian red howler monkey (Alouatta seniculus), and the jaguar (Panthera onca). Other notable species include the smallest deer in the world, the Northern pudu (Pudu mephistopheles) and the Neotropical otter (Lontra longicaudis). The area also houses the rare and critically endangered Horned Curassao (Pauxi unicornis), a keystone species with a limited range and distinct horn on its forehead. Others include the South American tapir (Tapirus terrestres), the white-lipped peccary (Tayassu pecari), and emblematic species like the Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), Peru’s national bird.



    Typical day

    We will work on monitoring physical and biological variables and on the preservation of threatened species and protecting their ecosystems. The project will involve geographically locating different ecosystems and working on the accessibility, research and conservation of the area. There will be ...

    Typical day

    We will work on monitoring physical and biological variables and on the preservation of threatened species and protecting their ecosystems. The project will involve geographically locating different ecosystems and working on the accessibility, research and conservation of the area. There will be a specific focus on any priority required by local scientists.

    It is necessary to document all kinds of possible biodiversity through photos and videos in order to develop different types of teaching materials to share with the community and different Peruvian and international schools. 

    Depending on availability, Interns will have the opportunity to work in either El Sira Communal Reserve or Codo Del Pozuzo Regional Reserve. The group will be trekking for approximately 4 hours within the jungle to reach the working field at El Sira Communal Reserve or one hour to the working field at Codo Del Pozuzo Regional Reserve. Camera traps will be utilized to capture the variety of wildlife. 

    Volunteers/interns typically work a 6-hour day shift starting at 9:00am from Monday to Thursday.


    Free-time activities

    The following activities for volunteers are included:

    -Hiking at the Amazon rainforest - Swimming at local streams and rivers -Visit local plantations -Trek to local caves

    -Camping in the rainforest, fishing, bonfire, exploring, documenting, etc. - Fishing at local stream with local fisherman using a ...

    Free-time activities

    The following activities for volunteers are included:

    -Hiking at the Amazon rainforest - Swimming at local streams and rivers -Visit local plantations -Trek to local caves

    -Camping in the rainforest, fishing, bonfire, exploring, documenting, etc. - Fishing at local stream with local fisherman using a net.


     Volunteers can also do the following activities during their free time:

     -Explore the Amazon rainforest - Play sports with locals such as soccer or volleyball - Fruit picking around the village - Bonfire around the Pachitea riverside - Fishing -Swimming - Birdwatching - Visit Austro-German Community (Included in package)


    Ayahuasca Ceremony with local shaman - Visit the Boiling River - Visit indigenous communities - Boat trips - Yoga, and more.                                  (Not included in package)


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (intermediate level)

    Education Requirements

    Biololgy, Biotechnology, Environmental, Zoology, Botany at University level

    Required Documents

    CV

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    -Photography -Team work -Introspection -Camping -Scout -First aid -Survival -Communication and navigation techniques

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 09:00 - 15:30

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    We are a non-profit organization and as such we do not distribute any surplus income as profit or dividends. Nonetheless, just as a for-profit organization, we have costs for our operations which we need to cover in order to be able to exist. By being a non-profit, we can keep costs down and make our placements more accessible than other programs. We aim to keep our operational costs as low as possible by working efficiently, ensuring that we can make a real and positive impact in the present and are able to keep the organization moving forward into the future. One of our main sources of regular income are the financial contributions from our volunteer/interns for their placements, without these we would not be able to pay our staff or sustain our organization. Your financial contribution also directly funds our projects, so you are having a positive impact just by signing up. 

    PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES:

    -Transportation from/to the airport of Pucallpa or bus station. This ride to/from our village takes 5 hours approximately.

    -Food (breakfast & lunch) from Monday to Thursday.

    -Spanish lessons (4 hours per week). Volunteers/interns have the option to require more hours of Spanish lessons for an extra fee (US$10.00 dollars per extra hour).

    -Week Of Adventure Package: (5 trips to different spots in the rainforest including a camping trip). 

    -Volunteers will participate in our artisanal making chocolate workshop.

    -Fruit picking: Volunteers/interns will participate in fruit picking activities with our Crew.

    -Transportation fees during the Week of Adventure package are included.

    -Certificate of participation by our NGO and local city hall.

    Airport Pickup at Capitan Rolden Airport

    Our Personnel will meet volunteers/interns at David Abensur Rengifo airport or bus station in the city of Pucallpa and bring them to our village. We will provide a photo of the driver to the volunteers/interns so, they can recognize the driver. This ride from Pucallpa our village takes approximately 5 hours.

    Accommodation

    -Accommodation: Volunteer/interns stay in one of our shared huts (cabins) Toilette and shower are located in our backyard. We will provide photos of the accommodation if required. Also, a kitchen and gas are provided where volunteers/interns can prepare their own food at any time. Depending on availability, a bedroom can be shared by three/two volunteers/interns or private for one volunteer/intern. We provide a bed, mattress, bedsheets, blanket, pillow and mosquito net. We also provide hammocks for relaxing time as well as tents for camping trips. Wi Fi is also provided 24/7 in all our huts (cabins).

    Food & Beverages

    Food:


    Breakfast and lunch are provided from Monday to Thursday.

    Breakfast: consists of coffee or milk, porridge, bread, butter, jam, eggs and fruits.

    Lunch: consists of one entry dish. it can be a soup or salad. The main course is served either with chicken, fish, beef, pork, etc. Refreshment juice is also served.

    Vegetarian and Vegan food can be prepared if required.

    Internet Access

    Limited access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Capitan Rolden Airport (PCL) in Pucallpa. We assist you to find cheap flights to Peru. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

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    Details on arrival

    Arrival & Orientation:

    Our Personnel will meet volunteers/interns at David Abensur Rengifo airport or bus station in the city of Pucallpa and bring them to our village. This ride from Pucallpa to our village, takes approximately 5 hours. We recommend volunteers/interns to arrive on weekends (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday), so together we can explore the village and get to know some of our village attractions before starting volunteering on Monday.

    Volunteer / Interns schedule:

    Day One: Our local coordinator/staff will give volunteers/interns an orientation and will accompany them to their program. Volunteers/interns will be shown how to manage the commute (tuk tuks, walking, colectivos). Volunteers/interns will be introduced to the site director and discuss their role in the project.

    Availability
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    Program fees

    2 weeks (min. stay) 732€
    3 weeks 1,098€
    4 weeks 1,464€
    5 weeks 1,830€
    6 weeks 2,196€
    7 weeks 2,561€
    8 weeks 2,927€
    9 weeks 3,293€
    10 weeks 3,659€
    11 weeks 4,025€
    12 weeks (max. stay) 4,391€
    Average fees 366€/week

    Program fees

    366€ per week 2 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

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    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 Semillas Life during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

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    Americas > South America > Peru > Puerto Inca, Huanuco

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