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Animal Shelter Mae Chaem District, Thailand
Join our elephant Research/Data Collection and enjoy Thailand!
What you offer
30h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Animal Care
- Help look after and take care of animals.
- Social Work
- Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
- Additional Fee
- This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
Additional fee required
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Amount
- US$ 450
Per week
Fee pays for
- Donation to project
Description
Fee to cover all expenses: $450-2,100USD (depending on length of stay). Expenses include: All food and accommodation on site as well as your in-country transport from/to project on arrival and departure
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.
- Breakfast
- You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
- Lunch
- You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
- Dinner
- You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
- Basic Internet Access
- Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
- Pick Up
- We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
- Support
- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
- Stay at least
- 1 week
- Stay up to
- 8 weeks
The Experience
This is an exciting opportunity for any current or recently graduated university students who want more experience or are interested in elephants. If you want to have a unique experience hiking in the forest to find the elephants and observing and recording their natural behaviours in their home environment, then is the right place for you. Come and join us for the experience of a lifetime.
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English
- Over 18 years old
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Animal Shelter
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 11 Get in touch with nature
- 9 Meeting international travelers
- 9 Immersing in the local culture
- 8 Developing environmental awareness
- 8 Meeting locals
- 7 Learning about sustainability
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 9 15. Life on land
- 8 8. Decent work and economic growth
- 7 12. Responsible consumption and production
Aneta
Czech Republic
My experience at KSES was simply an amazing one that words can't fully capture - it must be felt! It's a completely different world where you realize that we don't actually need many material things to live. Everyone there was very kind, patient, and helpful. No one was forced into anything, which made the experience very pleasant. The accommodations were simple but comfortable. The hikes were very fun and beautiful. It's clear that the elephants are living well and are happy! And for me, that's the most important thing. I wish there were more people like those in KSES. Thank you! <3
7 days ago
Thekla
Germany
I was for 2 weeks at KSES and it was full of experiences I will never forget. During my time the staff members tried everything to help us feel welcome and comfortable. It is perfect for everyone who is truly interested in elephants and the local culture. I highly recommend joining the KSES project and create incredible memories you will never forget. Thank you for the wonderful time and Da blue!
about 1 month ago
Kerri replied
Thank you so much, Thekla! I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time at KSES. Your recommendation is appreciated. It was great having you! Da blue!
Mariana
Portugal
It was a lot of fun and an amazing travel experience!
3 months ago
Jessica
Australia
I only had one week at KSES, but I highly recommend doing at least 2 weeks to make the most of this experience! I had such a wonderful time learning all about the elephants and the village itself! the staff and locals were all so lovely which made the week so much more enjoyable ☺️☺️
4 months ago
Jessica
United States
This was an experience like no other. Very well organized, the team at KSES works to give you a truly impactful experience and challenge you to contribute to what they do. I loved that this experience was all-encompassing. There's no other the shelter experience quite like it, but just as impactful was the integration into the Karen village and the mutual respect there. Learning about the research taking place and taking part in it was truly incredible. A special thank you to Chris, Jas, and Laura who made me feel at home during my time there!!
4 months ago
Kerri replied
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled you had such an impactful experience. It was great having you with us!
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