Animal Shelter Mpigi, Uganda

4.5
(22 reviews)22

Content Creator at a Wildlife Conservation Center

Help a sustainable project
14 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 nature
18 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
17 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Content Writer
Write, edit and publish inspiring content.
Photography
Take, edit and provide amazing photos.
Video Making
Create, edit and publish digital videos.
Social Media
Maintain and update social media channels.
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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.
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
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

As a Content Creator, you will develop engaging digital content to raise awareness about wildlife conservation efforts. Your responsibilities include capturing photos and videos of wildlife and daily activities, managing social media platforms, writing informative posts and stories, and collaborating with the team to promote volunteer programs and educational initiatives.

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Requirements

  • Fluent English
  • Between 18 and 47 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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22 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Animal Shelter

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 18 Get in touch with nature
  • 17 Meeting locals
  • 15 Meeting international travelers
  • 13 Immersing in the local culture
  • 7 Developing environmental awareness
  • 6 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 13 15. Life on land
  • 2 4. Quality education
Laura

Germany

4

I volunteered at the shelter and really enjoyed it. Work is two hours in the morning and two in the afternoon, with a long break in between, so there's plenty of free time. Tasks are varied, but at first it can be tricky to find the people you're supposed to work with, since you don't know the names and they might not know you're assigned. Seeing the special animals up close is a truly unique experience. After work, we enjoyed campfires and camping and played cards. The food is basic and mostly the same every day, but you can buy snacks at the supermarket. All in all I would definitely recommend it!

7 months ago

Federico

Italy

5

Probably one of the best experiences of my life! Starting with the staff they’re incredibly knowledgeable and know exactly how to teach you everything you need to work with animals. They’re also very kind and genuinely passionate about what they do. The daily routine includes morning and afternoon activities, and you rotate through different tasks each day. This way, in just one week, you get to experience them all. Personally, feeding the baby lions and working with the giraffes were my absolute favorites!

11 months ago

Elina

Sweden

5

This is definitely an experience I will always carry with me throughout my life! If you are looking for a unique and authentic place to volunteer at, then this is the place. I want to thank the incredible staff who took care of me from day one. The work they are doing is truly amazing! The animals at the center are well taken care of by these people. The center is located at the top of a hill with beautiful hills surrounding it. The location is a bit isolated so you will be spending most of your time at the center. I am very thankful for the opportunity of experiencing the culture of Uganda!

about 1 year ago

Zoe

Canada

5

I enjoyed so much my stay at the shelter!! The animals, the place, the people, everything was perfect! The work is easy and you get the chance to see animals you never tought you would see. I really recommended:))

about 1 year ago

Leah

United States

5

This was an amazing opportunity to have daily, hands-on experience with animals! I also met a lot of wonderful locals and volunteers that made this truly a once in a lifetime experience.

about 1 year ago

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About the host

Hosted by Suraya

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This host usually answers to 50% of the messages
Response Time
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2 published videos
This host has 2 published videos showing a little bit about their place

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