à partir de 1 445€

Esceptionnel 4.9rating (189)

Amazon Animal Sanctuary

location
2 - 12 semaines  ·  Âge 18 - 50+

rating  Esceptionnel 4.9  · 
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Clou

  • Meet our locals and see how your project fee helps animals
  • You’ll meet loads of great people and we know you’ll have lots of fun, but the animals come first.
  • See a part of the world that is not experienced by many outsiders
  • Assist with the rehabilitation of wild animals
  • Enjoy eating beautiful food and meeting the locals.

Particulièrement approprié pour

Âge 18+
Seul voyageur
Couples
Groupes
50+

À propos du programme

This project is an animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in the Amazon jungle working in partnership with the indigenous Quichuan community

The Sanctuary

It provides a unique opportunity to actively work in an animal care and rehabilitation program that operates in collaboration with the Environmental Police (UPMA) and the Ministry of Environment.

The centre’s main goal is to rescue wild animals from unhealthy and illegal situations ...

À propos du programme

The Sanctuary

It provides a unique opportunity to actively work in an animal care and rehabilitation program that operates in collaboration with the Environmental Police (UPMA) and the Ministry of Environment.

The centre’s main goal is to rescue wild animals from unhealthy and illegal situations that have been the victims of animal-trafficking or mistreatment and enrich their existence as best they can in captivity. 

Open since 2006, the project operates on over 60 private hectares of primary Amazon forest where some of the animals live in excellent enclosures or on islands. Other animals have behavioural enrichment while they are in rehabilitation and can be released into a National Park or an area suitable for their species. The most commonly trafficked groups of animals are primates, birds and reptiles.

The Location

Pastaza is the largest province in Ecuador, with a territory of approximately 29,800 Km2, and practically the entire province falls with the geographical region of the Amazon rainforest. The capital of Pastaza is Puyo, which means cloud in the native language of Kichwa. Puyo also stands out as a city that is clean and safe, in fact, it is one of the safest cities in all of Ecuador. The principal river of the province is the Pastaza River, which is navigable throughout the province into neighbouring Peru and onto its confluence with the Amazon River.

Pastaza is a province rich in culture; home to seven indigenous nationalities along with the mestizo population. The indigenous nationalities based in Pastaza are: Achuar, Andoa, Shuar, Kichwa, Shiwiar, Waorani, and Zapara, many of which have inhabiated the Amazon region for thousands of years. Their forms of living, food, music, and religion, as well as their languages, make them an incredible anthropological interest for researchers as well as tourists, both national and foreign.

The Amazon Rainforest is the world’s largest remaining tropical rainforest elevated 400 m above sea level. There is more life here than anywhere else on the planet and forty percent of all of the earth’s fresh water flows through the Amazon basin which is more water than in the basins of the next six biggest rivers combined! 

One of the most bio-diverse areas on the planet, the Amazon shares with its visitors an unforgettable nature & wildlife experience. According to the National Academy of Sciences, a typical four square mile patch of this unspoiled and largely unexplored wilderness contains as many as 125 mammal species, 400 species of birds, 100 of reptiles, 60 of amphibians, 15 separate species of monkey, 150 different species of butterflies and more tree species per hectare than any other area on the planet! In one study, one square meter of leaf litter, when analysed, turned up 50 species of ants alone.

Our Volunteers

Volunteers contribute by caring for the centre wildlife including birds, turtles, primates and wild cats. Most of the animals have been rescued, confiscated or surrendered wildlife that have been raised as illegal pets. As domesticated animals, it is often not possible to release them, so the centre's staff and volunteers provide ongoing housing and care for them. Please note that there is a hands-off policy regarding handling the animals unless directed by a project staff member.

Before the beginning of the project, each volunteer has to join a day's orientation in Quito.

Conditions Onsite

It can get quite hot and humid in the jungle setting. You will get dirty and sweaty so take plenty of changes of pants and tops.

Some of the wildlife and birds of prey are omnivores or carnivores. This requires preparation and handling of meat or carcases. Live feeds are practiced as a way to provide these animals with a natural feeding activity as they would in the wild. Volunteers may choose not to participate in this type of feeding if they so wish. Volunteers are not expected to contribute to any activity that makes them uncomfortable and should discuss this with staff at the project.

Please Note

The second instalment of your project fees is due within 1 week after you paid the deposit on Volunteer World. This is a total of $495 AUD and comes off your balance. The balance is due 90 days prior to travel. For all further information about the fees, please scroll down to the section "Program Fees“.



Journée typique

The day is well planned and structured and each volunteer is allocated a section of the centre to care for that day. Cleaning and feeding schedules are clearly posted and explained to all volunteers along with kitchen duties. 

Volunteers are encouraged to get involved with new ideas and projects ...

Journée typique

The day is well planned and structured and each volunteer is allocated a section of the centre to care for that day. Cleaning and feeding schedules are clearly posted and explained to all volunteers along with kitchen duties. 

Volunteers are encouraged to get involved with new ideas and projects towards animal enrichment and wildlife research in the area.


Activités de loisirs

There are long-distance buses taking you to all of the major towns of Ecuador and from the larger centres, you find smaller buses servicing the remoter areas of the country for the cost of around US$1 for a one hour trip. Air services are available to most major cities and tourist destinations.

The ...

Activités de loisirs

There are long-distance buses taking you to all of the major towns of Ecuador and from the larger centres, you find smaller buses servicing the remoter areas of the country for the cost of around US$1 for a one hour trip. Air services are available to most major cities and tourist destinations.

The coast features long deserted beaches, mangroves and coastal lowlands. It is also the country's agricultural centre with large plantations, especially bananas, dominating the inland plains.

Take a guided nature trip deep into the virgin heart of the Amazon or visit the mountainous region of the Andes where you find active volcanoes and crater lakes.  If you are active you may try rafting, kayaking, trekking, mountain climbing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting or bird watching.

Organise a day trip to Puyo or Banos to see more of the Ecuadorian Amazon.

Talk to O2E about taking some Spanish lessons in Quito or Puyo which is sure to compliment your time in Ecuador.

If you have time, a trip to the Galapagos Islands is sure to be memorable.

Please note, there are zoos in the area. We do not recommend visiting these.


Conditions

Conditions

Âge minimum: 18 ans

Pour participer à ce programme tu dois avoir au moins 18 ans quand le programme commence. Il peut y avoir des exceptions si tu peux montrer la permission de ton tuteur légal ou si tu es accompagné(e) par l'un de tes parents.

Compétences linguistiques

Tu dois parler Anglais (couramment)

Documents Requis

Proof of travel Insurance docs and Proof of vaccinations

Restrictions de Nationalité

Aucune restriction. De l'aide venant de tous les coins du monde est bienvenu.

Autres Compétences

It is important that you are physically fit, enthusiastic and have a great love for animals. The climate is warm and humid. The atmosphere is of great communal living and meals are often shared with the local workers and owners of the project.

Engagement horaire

Nous avons besoin de ton aide pour lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi, vendredi et samedi de 08:00 - 18:00

Services inclus

Services inclus

Services de Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers


What's included in this project?

  • Pre-departure support
  • Project Information Pack
  • Informative orientation upon arrival on safety and a cultural introduction to Ecuador
  • Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Quito (dependent upon itinerary - price does not change)
  • Accommodation at the project
  • Meals (Quito homestay only)
  • Meals at the project
  • Project orientation held in Quito
  • Training
  • Field coordinator
  • Free internet access
  • International phone calls in case of emergency
  • Certificate of Participation, if requested
  • 24-hour in-country support
  • 24-hour O2E emergency phone
What's not included in this project?

  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Airport transfers from Quito airport to accommodations
  • Transport from Quito to the project 
  • Meals (Quito hostel or apartment)
  • Personal spending money
  • Visas and entry permits

Transfert de l'aéroport Mariscal Sucre International Airport


Logement

Volunteers share bungalow style quarters with 1 or 2 other volunteers sleeping in bunk beds. The bathrooms are a short distance from the bungalows and include toilets and showers.

Aliments & Boissons

All meals are included.

As an option, you might like to head into town on your day off and experience the local bars and cuisine. Rice and fresh fruit are synonymous with Ecuador!

Accès à Internet

Accès limité sur le site du projet

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

Billets d'avion

L'aéroport le plus proche est Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) à Quito. Nous t'aidons à trouver des vols pas chers pour aller en Équateur. TROUVER DES VOLS PAS CHERS

Assurance Voyage

Partir à l'étranger est une aventure et c'est toujours mieux d'être bien préparé. Que ce soit une maladie soudaine, une blessure ou du vol - une assurance voyage pour Équateur te protège en cas de situation imprévue. OBTENIR UN DEVIS

Vaccins

Si tu envisages de faire du bénévolat en Équateur, nous te conseillons de consulter un médecin avant le début de ton voyage. Renseigne-toi sur les vaccins nécessaires pour Équateur. INFOS VACCINS

Informations sur l'arrivée

The project starts Mondays all year, however, require volunteers to arrive in Quito at least 1 day early. Volunteers must make their applications to arrive in Quito on a Saturday or  Sunday. 

To get there, fly to Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador. O2E will arrange your transport to the project by bus.

Disponibilité
janv. févr. mars avril mai juin juil. août sept. oct. nov. déc.

Frais de Programme

2 semaines (durée min.) 1 445€
3 semaines 1 844€
4 semaines 2 242€
12 semaines (durée max.) 5 430€
Prix moyen 587€/semaine

Frais de Programme

587€ par semaine 2 - 12 semaines Âge 18 - 50+

Méthodes de payement

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

PAS DE FRAIS DE CARTE DE CRÉDIT


Durée

2 - 12 semaines

Acompte

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Paiement final

Le paiement du montant restant doit être organisé avec Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers durant le processus de candidature. Très souvent ce paiement est effectué par virement bancaire ou en espèces.


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Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers

Esceptionnel 4.9 rating (189 avis)

Non lucratif - fondée en 2011

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Sur le projet

Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers is a non-profit organisation that was founded for the purpose of providing resources and financial assistance to animal welfare and conservation

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The O2E Founders are animal lovers and committed volunteers. They founded and established the organisation in Melbourne, Australia, having seen firsthand that volunteer recruitment agencies were not always aware if the projects they supported had the best interests of animals and environment in mind. Instead, unethical and harmful behaviour including elephant riding, unsustainable tree nursery projects and the consumption of scarce community resources by the presence of volunteers were often the result. Local wildlife communities and the animals’ environments were also clearly disadvantaged. For this reason, we created our Oceans 2 Earth Ethical Standards and the Wildlife Code and measure all potential projects by these policies prior to partnering with them.

Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers offers volunteering and adventure travel experiences for ethically minded animal and conservation lovers looking for the trip of a lifetime.

In creating Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers, the O2E founders challenge and engage individuals to contribute to meaningful animal welfare and conservation projects. As wildlife carers and avid animal welfare and rights campaigners, they uphold a vision to promote ethical volunteering as an advisable travel alternative.

We believe the way to solve the issues of animal mistreatment and environmental destruction and degradation is to provide people with the opportunity to contribute and interact so that they may develop their own personal culture of responsibility and global conservation. People exposed first hand to challenging bio diverse environmental issues are more likely to draw on those experiences and continue to make a positive impact once they arrive home. 

Oceans 2 Earth recognise that individuals really can make a difference. However small the work effort is from one person, if you combine the actions of many people as a whole, the result can become quite significant. By bringing like-minded and ethically conscious animal lovers together, Oceans 2 Earth believe that there is no limit to what we can achieve. 

Our Mission

Promote environmental sustainability and to be accountable for our impact on the environment.

Take action and find solutions to improve the natural, bio-diverse way of life for all. Promote the ethical treatment and natural living ecology of all animals.

Expose and educate volunteers to the plight of animals ill-affected by conflict or interaction with man, encouraging them to take action and find solutions to these global issues. 

189 avis · rating4.9

Lori Adams rating2.4

2023 at Amazon Animal Sanctuary

The low ratings below are for Oceans 2 Earth, NOT the Animal Rescue Center. Working with the animals was delightful but we had a couple of 'unpleasant' surprises that could have been avoided if Oceans 2 Earth had told us more about what the experience was like. 1st- we needed to bring our own ...
AMBER depace rating4.4

2018 at Amazon Animal Sanctuary

One of the best experiences can give to yourself is to give back - I love volunteering and specially with animals :)! I can’t wait for more adventures, this is Amazon was a complete star trip. Feeling grateful to have such an opportunity. ..
Ida Stilbo rating5

2024 at Aussie Wildlife Homestay

I had the best time staying with Peter and Caroline! In my 3 weeks stay I got to experience the Aussie Wildlife on close hand. I spend lots of time with the roos and wombats both feeding, playing and cuddling. There are also plenty of other animals to talk to during the day. The rooms and house were ...
Susanne Everding rating4.4

2023 at Forest Elephant Sanctuary

The best animal welfare project I have ever experienced - everything was just great! Highly recommended!! The founder LEK is an incredible woman who achieved unbelievable changes for ...
It is such a unique and an amazing experience. I’ve met so many wonderful people and learnt so much about the Great Barrier Reef while volunteering for a great cause! Highly recommend and would like to do it again. Thank you ...
Spent my best time in Australia so far. It’s been such a pleasure to know and work with a group of amazing people. Great shout out to Helen, Tim and all the other volunteers. This is the perfect experience where you get to know Great Barrier Reef from a different perspective while doing ...

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