Pantanal Wildlife Research
Coordinator | Patrick
Coordinator | Patrick
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Highlights
One of the last real frontiers on Earth!
Wildlife Paradise, the best place to see wildlife in South America.
Assist with wildlife research for animals like Peccaries.
Volunteer in a National Park!
Volunteer in the Cerrado and Atlantic Forest Formation!
Join us on an ecological sanctuary in the Pantanal Highlands and work along with our team who’s objective is to protect these areas and its wildlife through research.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 17+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
Join us in the remote Pantanal Highlands, The Serra da Bodoquena National Park, the only Federal conservation unit in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul State, of central Brazil-The Bodoquena Mountains are part of the Cerrado-Pantanal biodiversity corridor, composed of the endangered Atlantic Forest and the Cerrado Ecosystem. Also one of the best ecotourism destinations in Brazil! It is an adventure destination combined with environmental preservation, beautiful natural landscapes, and unbelievable crystal-clear waters!
Join us on an ecological sanctuary in the Pantanal Highlands and work along with a team of earth angels who’s objective is to identify key ecological and landscape features to better understand conservation threats on key frugivore species endangered with the growing trend of deforestation and habitat destruction. While at it, gain knowledge and experience in a region that so many dream of exploring.
Located 260 Km from the Capital of Mato Grosso do Sul – Campo Grande, on the Bodoquena-Pantanal Corridor, is is also adjacent to a resort town called Bonito where tourists from all over the world com to snorkel in the crystal clear waters, and experience the amazing wildlife and landscape. The region is quite unique in many aspects, e.g., remaining forest remnants with unique limestone spring formations. Both Bodoquena and the famous sister town Bonito , are favorite tourist resort towns because of the gorgeous landscape, clear rivers that you can snorkel in, water falls, > 400 bird species, and amazing wildlife. The project is composed of Ph.D professors, and their graduate students who are all working towards the conservation goal of maintaining the regional biodiversity. Join us and get hands on experience in the Bonito-Bodoquena region; from setting camera traps, following wildlife trails, fruit census, botanical survey in exclusion plots; community environmental education activities, data entry and tail maintenance while working along with scientist, graduate students and locals.
Reptile Conservation
Monkey Conservation
Anteater Conservation
Activities
Bird Conservation
Alligator
Crocodile
Capuchin Monkey
Giant Anteater
Planting Trees
Parrot
Reforestation
Typical day
This program is an ecology conservation volunteer Program that allow you to experience and learn a lot about the Pantanal Bonito-Bodoquena region while assisting a family to continue their mission. Duties and tasks will be a learning phase and other day duties and tasks will vary depending on what the program for the day is. Volunteer will have a diversity of Tasks, such as:
- Wildlife Monitoring (Peccaries and lowland Paca).
- Capturing and Radio Tracking and Data Collecting.
- Fruit Experiments, Wildlife Scat Analysis (Testing germination of native seeds), Trail Maintenance, Native fruit Census, Animal Observation and Set up Fruit Removal Experiments.
- Environmental Education and Reforestation.
- General Home chores and In General, all participants will participate in an important conservation effort, experience a new culture and witness the beauty and diversity of a spectacular ecological sanctuary.
The Typical day varies depending on the season and so we expect volunteers to be flexible regarding projects and tasks.
Free-time activities
The region is quite unique in other aspects, e.g., remaining forest remnants include highly endangered Atlantic Forest in addition to Cerrado formations, it includes the 770 km2 "Serra da Bodoquena" National Park, contains unique limestone spring formations, and numerous waterfalls, is very popular for ecotourism worldwide
Water Sports
Swimming
Sightseeing
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Riding
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 17 years old on the program start date.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
Resume, application forms, liability waiver, Pictures, Policies & Procedures and Letter of motivation
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
from
08:00
- 17:00
What's Included
The Fees include:
- Accommodation - Shared Room (Volunteer Quarters)
- Meals - 3 meals a day included.
- Airport pick up Campo Grande
- Transfer to the project in a 4x4 from Campo Grande and back
- Ongoing Service and 24/7 Emergency Contact
When you arrive in Campo Grande you will be picked up by project leaders at the airport and head to the field lodge. The drive is about 4 hours.
As a volunteer, you will share your room with other volunteers while living at a nice volunteer house. The volunteer house is positioned next to several staff houses.
The house has a big full kitchen, a large living room and multiple shared bedrooms. For more information please see the pictures.
We wil mostly eat at the local restaurant, but for smaller groups we will prepare meals together
Drinking water, is available throughout the day. You may also purchase sodas and beer from the store.
Breakfast consists of basic toast etc. Lunch and dinner is rice, beans, vegetable dishes with a meat. We are a working farm so there is plenty of delicious beef and lamb provided.
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Campo Grande International Airport (CGR) in Campo Grande. We assist you to find cheap flights to Brazil.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Brazil provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Brazil you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Brazil.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
The project is available all year around and you can start any day of the week. You will need to fly to Campo Grande.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 - 2 weeks
Program fees
1 week
(min. stay)
$1,695
2 weeks
(max. stay)
$2,495
Average fees
$1,471
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
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Pantanal Wildlife Research
Join us on an ecological sanctuary in the Pantanal Highlands and work along with our team who’s objective is to protect these areas and its wildlife through research.
$1471/week
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