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Wildlife Conservation project in Peten
Guatemala Volunteer Placement
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- Full-time volunteer
- Internship
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- Volunteer Only
This wildlife rescue and conservation project is a Guatemalan non-profit organization that is registered with the Guatemalan government. It was formed in 1989 by a group of Guatemalan citizens who became concerned about the disappearing natural beauty and resources. The organization was originally created to build a center to care for and rehabilitate wild animals that were confiscated from the black market. Since then, the project has branched out into other areas such as environmental education, marine turtle conservation, reforestation and habitat preservation. The project in Peten focuses on the rescue, care and release of confiscated wild animals. Since its establishment the rescue center has grown into one of the largest and most complex rescue centers in the world, receiving, 300 to 600 of more than 35 species per year.
This park in Flores, El Peten, is located on a 2 hectacre plot 10 miles from the town of Flores and 40 miles from the ruins of Tikal. Help is needed in feeding and caring for the animals at the center. There are also opportunities to take part in veterinary medical treatment and operations, construction of new facilities and cages, and, occasionally, animal releases. NOTE: Volunteers will need to fly to Flores from Guatemala City which costs approximately $150 round trip.
Work Schedule: Varies. Expect to work 7 days a week with an occasional day off.
Location of Placements: Flores, El Peten
Lodging: Dorm style wooden building, meals included, shower and toilet facilities, and several hours of solar electricity at night. Very basic. Bring flashlight, bedding, mosquito nets, repellant, etc.
Requirements:
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Minimum commitment: 4 weeks.
- Minimum Spanish level: High-Beginner
- Hard working volunteers are needed!
Important Things to Consider:
- VERY REMOTE AND BASIC!
- Getting there is arranged on-site in Antigua & costs about $150 (round trip air)
- At least one week of language classes are recommended, in order to meet with the onsite staff.
Other Comments:
The maximum number of volunteers that this organization accepts is 6.
(note: that we don’t know if positions are available until you apply).
The site is very remote and basic! You will live in the jungle in a house with other volunteers. Movement at night may be restricted because walking in the jungle at night is dangerous. Expect plenty of mosquitos, bugs and pests.
Program Fees:
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