Animal/ Wildlife Volunteer Quests

Volunteer Abroad with Animals

"I spent 3 weeks at the Animal Santuary in Cusco. I loved it there. I started at the same time as another volunteer and it was nice to work with someone else. We had a blast cleaning animal cages, feeding animals, giving tours in english, painting, cleaning trash out of the river. It was great to be outside all day and I felt that the work we were doing was really making a difference."

--Alison Lynch, United Planet Volunteer in Peru, 2011

United Planet’s unique Volunteer Abroad program combines volunteering abroad, language learning, cultural activities, and learning excursions to provide an incredibly fulfilling experience for volunteers and valuable support for communities overseas.

Programs Available

Short-term Quest (1-12 weeks):
Ecuador, Peru, Costa Rica

  • Go any time of year, for as long as you want.
  • All ages welcome. The minimum age for unaccompanied volunteers is 16 in some countries; 18 in others. Under those ages must be accompanied by guardian. No upper limit!
  • Citizens of any country are welcome.
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Group Quests:

  • Universities, Schools, Corporate, Youth Groups, Spiritual Organizations.
  • Create your own customized Group Volunteer Programs such as alternative breaks, or team-building trips for employees worldwide.

Long-term/Gap Year Quest (6 months or 1 year):

  • Spend 6 months or 12 months living and working on a community project.
  • Volunteers must be citizens of the U.S. or Canada, aged 18-30 (upper limit is flexible).
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Animal/Wildlife Volunteer Abroad Quests

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Ecuador

Work with and protect Ecuador’s Amazon flora and fauna. Volunteers help improve the lives of animals that have suffered maltreatment and have been victims of trafficking. At the Animal Rescue Center, you will have the opportunity to house and properly feed these animals. Read more...

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Peru

Wild Animal Care Quest

You can work in an animal sanctuary where the animals have endured severe trauma during their lives.  Animals include pumas, parrots, condors, wild cats, llamas, alpacas, boa constrictors, turtles, and monkeys. Tasks may include cleaning, feeding, gardening, and caring for animals. Read more...

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Costa Rica

Sea Turtle Quest

Volunteers work at various beach locations conserving sea turtle populations. The project’s main objective is to protect the nests from human poachers and more recently from beach erosion. This helps to promote long-term survival of the population and includes the recovery of affected populations as well as critical habitat protection.

Wildlife Conservation Quest

Volunteers assist in the rehabilitation and conservation of wildlife, such as various species of birds, invertebrates, or primates, depending on the project location and time of year. The objective of the project is to protect endangered species and reintroduce them to the wild. Read more...
   

 

Dates

Short-term Teaching Quests are available year-round with two start dates per month. Specific start dates vary by location. Long-term Quests begin in January and August of 2011.

 

Program Fees Include:
  • Preparation & training before departure
  • Food & lodging in-country (what’s included may vary by country, call for details)
  • Airport transportation
  • Cultural activities and excursions
  • Emergency medical insurance
  • Ongoing support from Coordinators in each country

Fees do not include:

  • Visa processing charges
  • International airfare
  • Any required vaccinations or immunizations
  • Local transportation

Three Easy Steps to Apply

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Questions about enrolling? 1-800-292-2316. One of our friendly regional Quest coordinators will walk you step-by-step through the process and answer any questions you may have.

Contact us today - 1 800 292 2316Step 1: Choose your Quest. Contact us at any time for help!  We'd love to talk to you. Email or call 1-800-292-2316.

Step 2: Enroll online. Please fill in the online application. At least 60 days before you depart, you will need to reserve your spot with a deposit.

Step 3: Meet your Quest coordinator and iron out the details. Once you've applied, someone from the United Planet Team will contact you, and arrange a time to talk about your Quest of interest. THANKS!

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