ABOUT

The rescue centre is located near Cebadilla and surrounded by rivers, meadows and large fruit trees. It currently consists of an animal hospital, bird aviary, two sloth gardens and monkey enclosures. The centre often finds itself as the first point of contact for locals and tourists that have found sick, injured or abandoned animals on both the streets and in the wilderness. With the majority of animals in their care being juveniles or infants, the centre offers them the best chance of survival.

On arrival at the centre, all animals are examined by the on-site veterinarian, who alongside the volunteers, helps keep the centre going. Once each animal receives a vet check, a treatment plan is put together to ensure the animal receives the care it needs. Whilst the care, treatments and restraining are the responsibility of permanent staff, volunteers are often given the opportunity to help.

What your day might look like:

7:00am Breakfast

8:00am Mandatory Meeting

8:30am-11:00am Work (General Tasks and side projects)

11:00am - 1:30pm Free Time

12:00pm Lunch

1:30pm Mandatory Meeting

2:00pm-5:00pm Work (General Tasks and side projects)

4:00pm Nocturnal Creatures 

6:00pm Dinner

Free time for the rest of the day

Food and accommodation

You’ll be sharing a dorm with 6-12 other volunteers, with sheets and mosquito netting provided. However, we suggest packing a blanket for chilly nights and a towel for showing and/or swimming.

Volunteers also have access to the pool, common area and hammocks during downtime.

You’ll be provided with breakfast, lunch and dinner at set times throughout the day.

Cost ($)

2 weeks - $1000

This includes airport transfers.

$500 for each additional week