Animal Wellness Trust

Make a Real Difference:

Help Animals Find Loving Homes: Your social media skills can directly impact the lives of rescued dogs by finding them forever families.
Support Animal Welfare: Contribute to AWT's mission of providing care and love to animals in need.
Travel with Purpose: Combine your love of travel with a meaningful volunteering experience.

Unique Sri Lankan Experience:

Immerse Yourself in Culture: Volunteer with locals while experiencing the beauty and culture of Sri Lanka.
Create Lasting Memories: Form bonds with adorable dogs and create unforgettable travel memories.

We're a small team at AWT: Hector and Krisanthi are the founders, Chaminda is our manager, and we have a dedicated staff living on-site. About the accomodation: we offer a spacious house right within the shelter. It has three fully furnished bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. There's also a well-equipped kitchen and living room where you can relax. Both locations are walking distance to supermarkets and restaurants. Both locations are easily accessible by public transport. Both locations are 45 to 60 minutes from the City of Colombo. Find us on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/animalwellnesstrust/ and on TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@animalwellnesstrust?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

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Be a Social Media Superhero for Rescued Animals!

Photography Video Making Social Media

Bandaragama, Sri Lanka

Reviews

5.0
(22 reviews)22

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Turkey

3

The team wasn't coordinated. They had no intention of teaching. Of course, I understand that caring for around 400 dogs is difficult, but the volunteers who come should receive brief training. Besides that, spending time with the dogs and with other travelers who came was wonderful; it was a wonderful experience. Even just spending time with the dogs alone would be a great fit.

5 days ago

Italy

5

My experience at this dog shelter was truly wonderful! Everyone was so kind and welcoming, and I immediately felt at home. The dogs are lovely and the tasks are not difficult but very rewarding. What I appreciated the most is how the team always puts the wellbeing of the animals first, with so much care and dedication. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves dogs and wants to do meaningful volunteer work!

9 days ago

Germany

4

I had a good time at the project. Although the team was a bit uncoordinated and the facilities were not good (dirty kitchen, shower), playing with the puppies was amazing and you have lots of free time.

16 days ago

Germany

5

I had such a good time! Everyone was so welcoming and easy-going. All the work we did as volunteers was really easy and lots of fun! My bed was really comfy aswell and I had a big bathroom which was perfect! All of the dogs were super cute and being with them was a highlight of the day! This was truly a 10/10 experience and I‘d definitely love to go back!!

22 days ago

Netherlands

5

Volunteering at this dog shelter was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was surrounded by so much love and energy. The dogs were so happy to see us and it was heartwarming to see them get the care and attention they deserve. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have made a difference in their lives and to have been a part of such a wonderful team <3

27 days ago

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