uVolunteer works with an animal rescue foundation in Thailand that specializes in saving gibbons. The animal rescue foundation works with white-handed gibbons (Hylobates Lar), the most widespread of the four species of gibbon found in Thailand. Through our educational program we aim to reduce poaching and deforestation, to gain support for our project and for the conservation movement in Thailand. This foundation currently houses over seventy gibbons, an effective resource for teaching the local community and foreign tourists, and it attracts international students who wish to study gibbons. If humans are living in the area, a consultation and education process is vital. Planning is from the ground up and involves the employment of local people who act as educators and 'gibbon guardians'.

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Where will I be volunteering?

The rehabilitation site is in Khao Pra Theaw near the Bang Pae Waterfall in Phuket, Thailand. It is about 9 km east from the Heroines Monument. Although Phuket is one of the most highly developed provinces with a lot of Western influences, the site is in the northern, less developed part of the island, and the village of Bang Rong is almost entirely Muslim and relatively traditional.

What will I be doing?

Your duties may include:

  • Assisting the Animal Keepers (preparing food, feeding etc.)
  • Assisting with behavioral research
  • Building cages
  • Daily cleaning of cages
  • Informing and educating tourists on the current situation of wildlife protection in Thailand
  • Teaching in your native language to local schools

What is required to volunteer on this project?

  • Language Requirement: Intermediate English
  • Must be 18 years or older.

What will my schedule be like?

uVolunteer believes that you should have a well balanced work and play schedule. This means you will only be required to work 6 days per week (Monday to Saturday) for a maximum of 8 hours per day. For the remainder of your time, you will be free to enjoy the vacationing aspects of your trip.

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Will I be able to communicate with family and friends?

Payphones and internet cafes are available in the surrounding towns.

What can I do in my free time?

uVolunteer anticipates and encourages your desire for travel and adventure. Your time away from volunteering is open for you to decide your activities. You may decide to take advantage of the local culture and spend time within the community over the weekend. Otherwise, there is ample opportunity to explore Thailand and all it has to offer.

Great weekend trips include:

  • Go-Kart Track
  • Trek in national parks
  • Visit waterfalls
  • Play community sports: Mekong beach soccer, River boat racing, and aerobic dancing
  • Thai massage / Yoga lessons
  • Learn to play Isan musical instruments
  • Explore Isan culture by visiting your neighbors and students
  • Travel to Laos
  • Visit local tourist attractions in surrounding areas such as the temple and sculpture park
  • Travel throughout Thailand
  • Visiting Chinese Market
  • Visit villages surround Ban Thin Dung
  • Program Name: Volunteer Thailand
  • Project Name: Volunteer in Monkey Park in Thailand
  • Project Category: Conservation
  • Project Location: Phuket
  • Program Fee: A 3 week experience starts from $1470; add $105 for each additional week
  • Program fees include:
    • Airport/Train Pickup Service
    • Welcome Orientation and debriefing
    • A volunteer project
    • Accommodation
    • Meals
    • Program Activities
    • The best in-country coordination support
    • 24/7 emergency hot line
    • Extra Local Activity
    • Intensive Thai language class
    • Farewell dinner (Traditional)
    • Letter of Recommendation
    • Certificate
    • Travel Insurance Coverage: Read Full Policy Details
  • Items not included: Flights, travel insurance, meals, vaccinations, visa costs, personal expenses, and any other expense not listed above

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  • Project Transport Arrangements: Transportation between the project and volunteer accommodation, and a once a week to Phuket Town for grocery shopping is arranged by the country coordinator.
  • Suggested transportation budget: Approximately $10 per week (does not include weekend travel expenses)
  • Working Schedule: Monday through Saturday; about 8 hours per day
  • Project Closed Dates:
    • Open year round
      • Plus local national holidays as shown in your Volunteer Handbook
  • Language Requirement: Intermediate English
  • Accommodation Type: Dorm
  • Meals: No Meals Included
  • Start dates: Fortnightly, on Fridays
  • Volunteer Gender: Male & Female
  • Minimum age: 18
  • Minimum project length: 3 Weeks
  • Maximum project length: 26 Weeks
  • Maximum number of volunteers: 12
  • Resume or CV required: No

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