Conservation and Wildlife Field Researcher
Coordinator | Patrick
Coordinator | Patrick
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Interested in Wildlife and Conservation? Then come take this amazing volunteering opportunity to be part of our unique and amazing Wildlife Conservation in Sri Lanka!
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
Are you in interested in Wildlife and Conservation? Say no more, take a trip now, take us up on this amazing volunteering opportunity and be a part of our unique and amazing Wildlife Conservation project done in Sri Lanka!
The project is run by a non-governmental organization committed to developing a sustainable model for wildlife conservation in Sri Lanka. Their main focus is helping people, elephants and other wildlife co-exist peacefully. That being said, the project simultaneously pursues three key strategies to successfully fulfill their mission and achieve their goals and objectives, these are: Field research, applied conservation, and sustainable economic development.
As a volunteer, you have the rare opportunity to work alongside scientists, conservationists, educators, community partners and local villagers deep within the heart of beautiful Sri Lanka. Take this chance now and have an experience you will never forget!
Typical day
Volunteers at the Wildlife Conservation project in Sri Lanka are the backbone of the organization. They supply the main force behind the project's mission to enable communities to balance ecosystem protection and economic development by pioneering a model for sustainable conservation. As a volunteer, you will actively participate in the daily routine of the facility by participating in the following activities:
- Gathering information on elephants and other wildlife and
tropical ecosystems.
- Collecting data on elephant foraging;
- Learning to take information to identify elephants;
- Collecting essential environmental and social-economic data
to help develop community-based conservation programs;
- Participating in discussions with local villagers to help
identify practical solutions to human-elephant conflicts;
- Observing, assessing and documenting human-elephant
conflicts;
- Teaching environmental education to local school children
and much more! (a worksheet will be sent to you on what your day to day
activities will look like).
Free-time activities
The weekends are off
and since the project site is located in the Central Cultural Triangle of Sri
Lanka, during weekends off the volunteers visit cultural sites and
beaches. If the volunteers prefer to stay in the field house and rest and
relax then they can do so and they will be provided all their meals and
refreshments as usual
Swimming
Sightseeing
Hiking
Requirements
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.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
CV, Motivation letter, Two Pictures, Application Form and Liability Waiver and Volunteer Policies forms (provided during application process)
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
07:00
- 17:00
What's Included
The Fee includes:
- Placement
- Accommodation
- Airport Transfers
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Ongoing service
- Tours
- 24/7 Emergency contact
The volunteers need to fly into and depart from the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). There you will need to take an airport registered taxi from the airport to a hotel in Colombo where you will spend the night. Contact us for hotel recommendations. The next day volunteers will be met at the hotel by one of the project associates who will transfer them to the Fort Railway Station and make sure that they are safely onboard the right train to Kandy (Volunteers must take the 7am train). There volunteers will be met by one of the project’s staff and will board the bus with them to go to the project site.
Accommodation is provided in gender based shared dormitory style lodgings.
Freshly prepared meals are provided three times a day. The project also caters meal to vegetarians and vegans. Volunteers need to notify us in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements. A 24/7 Tea/Coffee station is provided.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo. We assist you to find cheap flights to Sri Lanka.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Sri Lanka provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Sri Lanka you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Sri Lanka.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Year round however, you should keep in mind that the project requires applicants to start on a Monday! It is advised to arrive one day before starting the project.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 - 4 weeks
Program fees
1 week
(min. stay)
$1,495
2 weeks
$1,695
3 weeks
$2,095
4 weeks
(max. stay)
$2,295
Average fees
$1,034
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
Fronteering Travel
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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.
Your final payment will be agreed with Fronteering Travel during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Conservation and Wildlife Field Researcher
Interested in Wildlife and Conservation? Then come take this amazing volunteering opportunity to be part of our unique and amazing Wildlife Conservation in Sri Lanka!
$1034/week
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