animal volunteer work latin america

Help fight against the extinction of one of the most intriguing animals in the world- the turtle.
 Come to Costa Rica and take part in combating the desperate decline in the turtle populations of the Pacific Coast, in a beautiful and unspoiled tropical location.Oyster can arrange for you to join a team of dedicated conservationists and scientists striving to protect nesting turtles and their babies on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast.

Kaya Responsible Travel have volunteer vacancies in Asia, Africa and Latin America for their wildlife and conservation projects.
Kaya works alongside conservation and community projects across Asia, Africa and Latin America who need the help of volunteers for projects from 2 weeks to 6 months. Positions available accommodate to your skills and experience, so every volunteer is fully utilised. Work with Lions, chimpanzees, whale sharks, turtles, elephants, horses, macaws and many other species in breeding and rehabilitation programs, habitat preservation, rescue centres, protection programs and education centres. Experience the real wild and make a real difference.
 

Personal Overseas Development (PoD) offer you the opportunity to join the staff at ‘the best little zoo in the world’ in their work of housing rescued animals and providing wildlife education to the people of Belize. You can get involved with the animal management or the education side of work. The project is available for 2 weeks – 6 months. We also offer animal projects in Africa and Asia.

Global Nomadic specialize in providing Career-Enhancing Opportunities to help you further your Veterinary and Wildlife Conservation ambitions. We work with many different NGO's from around the world to get you the experience you need.
We add NO commission and ask for a placement fee instead to put you directly in touch with the project provider(s) of your choice. We offer full pre-departure support, ongoing assistance throughout your trip and a range of discounts on flights with our partners. We offer a complete service.
Get in touch with us to discuss your exact requirements.

Travellers Worldwide in Latin America offers an opportunity to live and work in the greatest jungle in the world - the Amazon! You’ll benefit from thorough conservation training from experts whilst actively assisting in environmental monitoring studies in multiple locations within the rainforest. Free trek to hot water spring or white water rafting is included in this project. Lots of optional adventure activities available on this placement, including a train tour to Macchu Picchu, a 4-day Rainforest Expedition, 4-day Trek to Machu Picchu, and more! Read more…

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Conservation and Environment in Costa Rica, Mexico and Peru: from rescuing and releases endangered turtles in Mexico to monitoring species and working on a release programme in the Amazon rainforest in Peru.
Animal Care in Mexico: Volunteers can participate in our Animal Care project in Mexico, working in a wildlife rescue centre for abandoned or neglected animals.
Equine Therapy in Argentina:  You will help look after the horses - feeding, cleaning, brushing and you will actively participate in the classes, helping the children and adults learn to ride, taking lessons and competing in tournaments.

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Antigua and Barbuda: Humane Society works to improve the welfare of animals through humane education and the prevention of cruelty, and to offer shelter and humane care to all animals in need of protection in the State of Antigua and Barbuda. Contact to assist their work as a volunteer.

Argentina: The Argentine Foundation for Animal Welfare (FABA) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing health care and promoting education in order to improve the quality of life of animals. The organisation teaches respect for all living beings. Contact to assist as a volunteer.

Belize: Saga Humane Society their mission is: "preventing cruelty and promoting kindness to all animals". This is achieved first and foremost through the humane education program that Saga is working to implement within the community of San Pedro. Contact to assist as a volunteer.

Bermuda: Bermuda SPCA has a mission to provide effective, lawful means for the prevention of cruelty to animals. To promote the education of the general public on the care and well being of all animals and to encourage and promote kindness to animals. They require voluntary help with walking dogs, socialising cats, fundraising and more. They offer orientation sessions for volunteers - see website for further information.

Jamaica: Jamaica SPCA has been working in Jamaica for over one hundred years, to protect animals from cruelty, neglect, injury and abandonment, and to defend and promote animal rights. They encourage volunteers to assist them and have a volunteer application form on their site.

Mexico: Animal Protection Association of Cuernavaca (APAC) offers food, medical attention, shelter, vaccinations and neutering. They also work with the local authorities to control rabies. They have 150 dogs and 75 cats in their shelter, contact to assist as a volunteer.

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