Thailand Gibbon Rehabilitation Volunteer

The Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre, which borders the stunning jungle of Phetchaburi, houses groups of gibbons that are ready for rehabilitation or to go back into the wild. The centre homes many different species of Thailand’s wild animals, but a large percentage of animals that are brought to the centre are gibbons, a small ape that is native to some parts of Thailand.

The gibbon is an endangered primate and at the centre the gibbons have the chance to live on large natural islands, where they can slowly adapt to life back in the trees. On the islands, over 50 gibbons can be accommodated, a far better alternative than living in cages.

Volunteer Role

Volunteers will be working according to a daily schedule which will vary depending on the duties and number of volunteers sharing the work. Jobs may include any of the following:

Feeding the gibbons
Cleaning gibbons cages & the surrounding areas
Collecting gibbon food (figs and leaves) from natural resources
Making enrichments for the gibbons
Constructing newer and larger enclosures
Working on gibbon islands
Observing behaviour for rehabilitation
Working on education trails
Providing information to school children and visit

Location

The project is located in the Phetchaburi province Thailand, 170 kilometres south of Bangkok.

Accommodation and Meals

Accommodation will be on site at the centre in simple 2, 3 or 4 bedded rooms. 3 meals a day are included.

Programme Overview

Duration & Prices:
3 weeks £799, 4 weeks £899, 8 weeks £1199, 12 weeks £1649

How to book & pay:
£195 deposit to secure place, balance due 12 weeks before departure.

What is included?
Airport taxi transfers
Orientation
Meals and accommodation
Assistance
24 hour support

What is not included?
Flights
Extra activities not on itinerary
Visa
Travel Insurance
Personal items
Additional excursions

Programme Summary:
Rescued gibbons, a primate native to Thailand, are rehabilitated and where possible returned to the wild!
Other Thailand volunteer work

Arrival dates: First Monday of each month.

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