Gibbon Conservation California

The goal of this project is to prevent the extinction of this small South East Asian ape. This is done by advancement in gibbon study, propagation and conservation by establishing secure captive gene pools in case attempts to preserve the species in the wild fail.

The Volunteer Role

While you are at the project you will have the opportunity to learn about primates firsthand. You will be working with one of the largest and rarest groups of gibbons in the world, including the Javan Gibbon (there may be less than 2000 remaining in the wild) and the Pileated Gibbon.

Preparing gibbon food
Feeding the gibbons
Cleaning the enclosures and other facilities
Behavioural observations
Medicating gibbons
Research
Filing
Fundraising
Maintenance of grounds and enclosures

Project Location

Santa Clarita, California

Accommodation and Meals

The accommodation is located onsite. You will have a trailer to yourself or share with one other volunteer. You will receive 3 meals a day.

Programme Overview

Prices & Durations: 4 weeks £799, 8 weeks £1349, 12 weeks £1999

How to book & pay:
Secure with £195 deposit. The balance is due 12 wks before departure.

What is included?
Project donation
Airport transfer options
Orientation on arrival
Accommodation & meals
Travel insurance
£50 International Phone Card
Full assistance & emergency contact

What is not included?
All flights
Personal Items
Email or phone charges
Any excursions over not on itinerary
Airport transfer costs

Programme Summary:
Work with one of the rarest gibbons in the world, including the Javan Gibbon (less than 2000 remaining in the wild) and the Pileated Gibbon.
Other USA volunteer programmes

Start dates: 2008: 30th May, 5th July, 2nd August, 6th September,
4th October, 1st & 29th November

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