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Location: Sri Lanka
Duration: Minimum 2 weeks commitment.
Cost: 320 Euros per week - Includes all food, accommodation, 24/7 support, airport pickup and programme activities.
Travel: You will be met at Colombo airport by a project representative, and taken to the project HQ to begin your in coutry orientation.
Work: Get up close and personal with orphaned Elephants
Introduction
Get up close and personal with the orphaned elephants of Sri Lanka. This orphanage is home to about 80 elephants, all of whom could do with your help.
You will work northwest of Kegalle (Central Province), in a 25 acre coconut land bordering the river. The wide area of shallow water and huge boulders make this area an ideal place for these magnificent animals.
This facility was established in year 1975 as a conservation breading center for Elephants by the Sri Lankan Wild Life Department. It was started with a herd of just five baby elephants. This Orphanage is now one of the largest elephant breeding centres in the world.
Among the many elephants at the orphanage, there are three which will definitely get most your attention. Namely "PANDU", "RAJA", and "SAMA". Come and find out why!
Daily Life
Be prepared to work hard, as elephants are very demanding creatures!
You will be able to get involved in;
* Cleaning the elephants and their enclosures
* Cleaning the Garden and assisting in landscape work to make their home more comfortable
* Assisting in arranging their enclosures
* Assisting in general care and upkeep of the elephants
* General playing and care for the elephants
Accommodation
You will be placed with a Host Family, 45 minutes drive from the project site. You will be provided with simple but cosy lodgings, and delicious Sri Lankan dishes. Vegetarian options available. You will be well looked after!
Requirements
* Min age 18
* Minimum 2 weeks commitment - 15-20 hours a week.
* Enthusiasm and interest to work in with elephants
* Basic spoken English
* Full travel & medical insurance
* Necessary vaccinations
* Necessary flights & visas
In order to guarantee your place on this project, you will need to pay a 20% non-refundable deposit (paid securely via Paypal). The remaining balance must be paid upon your arrival to the project.
Send us an email enquiry to find out more, or click the 'Join this Project' button below if you are ready to get involved. |
