Animal Shelter Bandaragama, Sri Lanka

5.0
(46 reviews)46

Join an Inspiring Animal Rescue Experience in Sri Lanka 🐶

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
25 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
33 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
33 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

4h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Pet Sitting
Taking care of and looking after pets.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

€ 40

One time

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Donation to project

Description

olunteers contribute a one-time €40 donation to support the care of over 500 rescued dogs and 40+ cats. This helps cover electricity, water, cleaning supplies, and shelter maintenance. It also supports our daily feeding programs for street animals. This is not a profit fee, it directly supports the animals.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Join our animal rescue in Sri Lanka caring for 500+ dogs and 40+ cats. Tasks include feeding, kennel cleaning, housekeeping, and assisting with veterinary care. This is a physically active, hands-on role suited for committed animal lovers and those interested in real rescue work. Your work directly improves the lives of rescued animals every day.

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Requirements

  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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46 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Animal Shelter

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 33 Meeting international travelers
  • 33 Meeting locals
  • 31 Get in touch with nature
  • 26 Immersing in the local culture
  • 25 Creating true social impact
  • 18 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 19 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 16 15. Life on land
  • 6 1. No poverty
Léa

France

5

This was a great experience, everyone here is really nice and welcoming ! Working with the dogs and cats is a dream and the facilities are nice ! I really had the impression to do something important and help them ! We really take part in the everyday life of the shelter If i can come back I will !

17 days ago

Poppy

Australia

5

Loved my time here. The dogs are so cute and friendly. The daily tasks are easy to do. Lots of time to spend with dogs and free. Time coordinator is lovely. He really loves. The dogs. Will definitely be coming back. Felt like a second home.

29 days ago

Daphne

Netherlands

5

I've had an amazing experience at the Animal Wellness Trust. They truly care about their cause so much and are really involved in the wellbeing of their cats & dogs as well as the ones still living on the streets. The tasks were simple and the hours very reasonable. I fell in love with one of their dogs and had such a hard time leaving. I will for sure be back! A big thanks to Nuwan, Hector, and all the other staff members who make this such an amazing place. I really appreciate it!

2 months ago

Rachael

Australia

5

This was my first World Packers experience and it definitely didn't disappoint! I had such a great time hanging out with the adorable dogs and cats, who were all so loved by everyone at AWT. I also had the chance to meet lots of other lovely volunteers. The hours were super reasonable and Nuwan helped keeper the vibes nice and social.

4 months ago

Angel

Australia

5

It was a treat to meet all the dogs at AWT. I miss them dearly. The workload was fair and quite enjoyable.. i enjoyed meeting the other volunteers aswell. Nice shared rooms and communal area to spend time aswell as well looked after dogs and puppies to play with all day. Days off were respected

4 months ago

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