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We cannot run this project without charging a fee. It covers all your basic expenses like accommodation, food, water, and airport pickup, and also contributes to our cause. The longer you stay and the more people you bring, the more discounts we can offer. Our week starts on Sunday (Arrival Day) and ends on Saturday (Departure Day), with the program running Monday to Friday. We recommend this for your booking, but we are also flexible.
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Learn about the harsh realities faced by Sri Lanka's domesticated elephant population in Sri Lanka, understanding the importance for your volunteering and awareness on this issue. Help us collect food, clean beading, diagnose health issues, and make vitamin balls for the elephants. All of these skills will come along with adept knowledge we pass on about Elephants. Our primary requirement of you is to assist us with our ongoing activities.
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Czech Republic
This was honestly the most meaningful and beautiful experience I had in Sri Lanka. 🌞 From day one, Neranjan and his father made me feel like part of the family. You can really see how much they the shelter about their domestic elephants and how hard they work to give them the best possible life. As a volunteer, I helped with daily tasks like cleaning the sleeping area, going into the jungle to collect fresh leaves, and feeding Mali bananas. If you're looking for a chance to truly help, don't hesitate to join them. 🫶🏼 It's an experience I'll remember for the rest of my life. ❤️ I will be back! 🐘
about 2 months ago
Thank you so much Tero ❤️ :)
France
My first volunteering experience was truly extraordinary. From the moment I arrived, I felt very welcomed and safe. The hosts are incredibly generous and kind; they love sharing their culture and values. The work I took part in was very rewarding, and their project is genuinely ethical and respectful, which truly reflects how much they the shelter about elephants and their well-being. I had the chance to observe elephants in a unique way, which will remain an unforgettable memory. They really do everything they can to make your stay exceptional, and I am deeply grateful to them. Thank you so much !
6 months ago
Many thanks Liza :))
United Kingdom
This was such an incredible experience. Through every action you can tell how much they the shelter for the elephants and prioritise their wellbeing; you will definitely walk away from this knowing it is a purely ethical project! They are such welcoming and lovely hosts and will take such great the shelter of you and immerse you in the local culture. Sitting by the riverside with Mali the shelter was so tranquil and beautiful and I will forever savour those moments. Can't recommend it enough! :))
8 months ago
Thank you Lase :)
India
I stayed a week in Sri Lanka looking after the magnificently adorable the shelter 'Maali'. Amarasiri neranjan, their entire family and their coordinator opened me with warm welcome arms. The stay was comfortable and blessed with amazing authentic Sri Lankan food. Tbh i had no idea what i had signed up for but it turned out way better than expected. To see Maali so up close and understand the cruel reality Sri Lankan elephants are facing, maali stood as a strong voice against the cruelties backed by the lovely ppl at ECR. I would recommend everyone to come and help out.. Cheers
9 months ago
Thank you Sid :)
Germany
I stayed one week at ECRF and enjoyed spending time with the shelter Mali. Nera and his family do great work, ensuring all of Malis needs are met. The project seems very ethical. Before applying you should know that it doesn't have much to do with volunteering, as there is not much work for the volunteers to do. I kinda felt like I was just financing this project while being on a holiday. So you should be okay with that when you plan on staying there. The only real downside for me was the accommodation. The room was moldy, smelly and the shower didn't work reliably…
9 months ago
Thank you Ronja :)
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