Volunteer programs

All volunteer programs

Every placement below is vetted for animal welfare, community benefit and transparent fees before we list it.

6 programs match your filters

Animal Welfare & Conservation

Samboja Lestari, East Kalimantan, Indonesia

Support a Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation conservation centre, contributing to the care of rescued orangutans and sun bears.

Animal Welfare & Conservation

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Support a sanctuary caring for elephants displaced, abused or removed from unsuitable working conditions.

Animal Welfare & Conservation

Phetchaburi, Thailand

Support a southern-Thailand refuge for domesticated elephants rescued from street work, logging and exploitation.

Animal Welfare & Conservation

Koh Lanta Yai, Thailand

Care for rescued island dogs and cats affected by overpopulation, abandonment, injury and limited veterinary access.

Animal Welfare & Conservation

Phetchaburi, Thailand

Support a strictly hands-off wildlife rescue centre caring for animals saved from neglect, the illegal wildlife trade and exploitative entertainment.

Animal Welfare & Conservation

Deepwater / Agnes Water region, Queensland, Australia

Support a small home-based wildlife shelter caring for threatened native Australian species. Expressions of interest only, join the waitlist.

How we vet a project before it appears here

No riding, no bathing, no breeding for interaction.

Local staff run the work; volunteers support it.

You can see what your fee pays for before you book.

One short email a day. How to spot a genuine project, what fees really pay for, and how to prepare.