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
What’s Included in the Programme
- Groceries weekly
- Orientation on arrival
- All Accommodation
- £50/68€ phone card
- Travel Insurance
- Full support and assistance from your co-ordinator throughout your time in California
- Buddy list of other volunteers before you go
- 24-hour support number and contact at Real Gap for emergencies.
What’s Not Included in the Programme
- Flights
- Airport Transfers
- All items of a personal nature, such as souvenirs, gifts, clothing (work and other)
- E-mail or phone charges
- Any excursions over and above your planned itinerary in California
Prices & Durations
USA Gibbon Conservation - 4 weeks £799
USA Gibbon Conservation - 8 weeks £1,349
