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Wildlife Rescue - Vietnam Summer 2027
Organisation Details
Travelteer
Sub theme: Animals, Environment, International
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: Founded in 2015, Travelteer offers students affordable volunteering and travel adventures that allow them to experience new cultures in a safe and exciting environment.
Travelteer is at the forefront of responsible travel and ethical
volunteering. We have seen first-hand the positive impact that volunteering can have on local communities and we have created a variety of charitable programmes that utilise volunteer skill sets to make a real difference.
Our mission is to establish a bridge between volunteering and adventure - giving support to local communities in Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Morocco whilst providing students with an unforgettable experience.
Travelteer is at the forefront of responsible travel and ethical
volunteering. We have seen first-hand the positive impact that volunteering can have on local communities and we have created a variety of charitable programmes that utilise volunteer skill sets to make a real difference.
Our mission is to establish a bridge between volunteering and adventure - giving support to local communities in Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Morocco whilst providing students with an unforgettable experience.
Description of role: Vietnam is home to a wide variety of wildlife, but many native species are threatened by the illegal wildlife trade. Animals are often confiscated from traffickers in poor condition, requiring specialist care, rehabilitation and, where possible, eventual release back into the wild. Travelteer's Wildlife Rescue Project is based at an animal rescue centre in Sa Pa, working alongside local conservation staff and supporting government efforts to protect wildlife. Through hands-on volunteering and fundraising, volunteers help improve the care and living conditions of rescued animals while supporting the centre's wider conservation work.
Daily tasks may include:
- Preparing food for rescued animals: Helping prepare and organise suitable food for the different species living at the rescue centre, following guidance from local staff.
- Cleaning animal enclosures: Cleaning enclosures and surrounding areas to maintain hygienic conditions and support the animals' health and wellbeing.
- Maintaining habitats: Helping improve and maintain enclosures to provide cleaner, safer and more suitable environments for rescued wildlife.
- Supporting animal care: Assisting local conservation staff with basic daily care and observing how rescued animals are looked after during their rehabilitation.
- Improving rescue centre facilities: Helping maintain the centre and supporting improvements to equipment and infrastructure that enhance animal welfare.
- Supporting conservation efforts: Learning about the illegal wildlife trade, the challenges faced by rescued animals and the rehabilitation process, including how suitable animals may eventually be released into protected habitats.
Cost breakdowns
Registration fee: £195
This covers the UK operational costs of running our projects, as well as pre-departure, and in-country support. Once you have paid this, you can start your fundraising and look at booking dates with our team.
Living Cost: £35/day (Inc. food, accommodation & transport to and from the projects)
Fundraising
All of our volunteers are asked to fundraise towards their trip, too. Fundraising is set at £75 per week of volunteering, up to a maximum of £300. 100% of the funds raised go to Travelteer Impact, our UK-registered charity, and are used to support our projects through the provision of essential equipment and improvements to local facilities. Any funds raised above your target can be reimbursed towards the cost of your flights.
Daily tasks may include:
- Preparing food for rescued animals: Helping prepare and organise suitable food for the different species living at the rescue centre, following guidance from local staff.
- Cleaning animal enclosures: Cleaning enclosures and surrounding areas to maintain hygienic conditions and support the animals' health and wellbeing.
- Maintaining habitats: Helping improve and maintain enclosures to provide cleaner, safer and more suitable environments for rescued wildlife.
- Supporting animal care: Assisting local conservation staff with basic daily care and observing how rescued animals are looked after during their rehabilitation.
- Improving rescue centre facilities: Helping maintain the centre and supporting improvements to equipment and infrastructure that enhance animal welfare.
- Supporting conservation efforts: Learning about the illegal wildlife trade, the challenges faced by rescued animals and the rehabilitation process, including how suitable animals may eventually be released into protected habitats.
Cost breakdowns
Registration fee: £195
This covers the UK operational costs of running our projects, as well as pre-departure, and in-country support. Once you have paid this, you can start your fundraising and look at booking dates with our team.
Living Cost: £35/day (Inc. food, accommodation & transport to and from the projects)
Fundraising
All of our volunteers are asked to fundraise towards their trip, too. Fundraising is set at £75 per week of volunteering, up to a maximum of £300. 100% of the funds raised go to Travelteer Impact, our UK-registered charity, and are used to support our projects through the provision of essential equipment and improvements to local facilities. Any funds raised above your target can be reimbursed towards the cost of your flights.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Fundraising, Oral Communication Skills, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: No
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Monday Morning, Monday Afternoon, Tuesday Morning, Tuesday Afternoon, Wednesday Afternoon, Wednesday Evening, Thursday Morning, Thursday Afternoon, Friday Morning, Friday Afternoon
DBS required: Off
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: Approx. 30 hours a week
Location:
Sa Pa, Vietnam