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12h
- 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.
- Farming
- Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
- 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
- US$ 45
Per day
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
- Materials for volunteer activities
- Donation to project
Description
The volunteer fee covers your accommodation, meals, training, and directly supports our Marine conservation efforts.
What you get
3
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Free Laundry
- You can use our laundry room freely.
- Discounts on Restaurants
- Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
- Discounts on Tours
- Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
- Discounts on Accommodation
- Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
- Free Tours
- We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
- Dance classes
- Take free dance classes at our place.
- Language lessons
- Take free language classes at our place.
- Pick Up
- We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
- Certificate
- Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
- Support
- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
- Stay at least
- 2 weeks
- Stay up to
- 4 weeks
The Experience
Protect Sri Lanka's marine ecosystems on Galle's stunning coast! Rescue endangered sea turtles, conduct beach cleanups, restore mangrove forests, and lead community awareness programs. Document conservation work through photography and video for social media. Participate in turtle releases, coastal planting, and habitat restoration while creating compelling content. Make real environmental impact.
Learn moreRequirements
- Beginner English
- Between 18 and 60 years old
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
- Be from outside Sri Lanka
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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4 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Animal Shelter
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 4 Meeting locals
- 3 Creating true social impact
- 2 Immersing in the local culture
- 2 Get in touch with nature
- 2 Developing social awareness
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 3 4. Quality education
- 3 14. Life below water
- 1 15. Life on land
Jasmin
Germany
My experience with Worldpackers in the shelter was unforgettable. I joined a school program with children and a the shelter rescue program. I stayed with Nilu and Didul who are incredibly kind and welcoming. The home-cooked the shelter Lankan food was delicious. At the school I spoke English with curious, happy children and learned as much from them as they did from me. At the shelter rescue I cleaned tanks, fed and washed turtles, gaining real hands-on experience. Both programs are highly recommended for their impact, learning opportunities and warm-heart people. The really kind people make it special.
5 days ago
Mia
Germany
I volunteered for one week at the Sea the shelter Program and had an amazing experience. I helped with daily tasks such as cleaning the tanks, feeding the turtles and even being able to gently hold them. I was also able to witness the sea the shelter life cycle, from eggs in the sand to baby turtles hatching. One of the highlights was releasing baby turtles into the sea at sunset. Working so closely with these endangered animals was truly special and it felt great to give something back. Thank you for this unforgettable experience!
5 days ago
Feli
Germany
I had a lovely time during my stay with Nilanthi and Didul's family, they created a very safe and comfortable environment for me and another friend who was volunteering as well. With them we got to spend time with communities in Colombo, especially ones which had been greatly affected by the recent floods. We were able to see the connection that the family had with children in Wattala, and helped them create care packages and interact with multiple community during our time with them. It was an experience I will never forget. After this we went further south to Galle to work with turtle conser
about 2 months ago
Didul replied
Thank you so much, Feli! It was a pleasure having you stay with us. Your dedication working with the flood-affected communities in Colombo and the children in Wattala was truly inspiring. We're so glad you felt safe and comfortable, and that you enjoyed the turtle conservation work in Galle too. You made a real difference, and you're always welcome back!
With gratitude,
Didul & Family
Georgie
United Kingdom
This was a rewarding and enriching experience, staying with a wonderful family who welcomed me into their home graciously with warmth and generosity sharing their expertise on local culture and knowledge about the country. The work assisting the children with speaking English and movement through dance, supporting the teachers, was fulfilling and a way to give back and inspire the next generation. Thank you for a great experience!
2 months ago
Didul replied
Georgie was such a joy to work with! Her warm personality and genuine care for the children made her an amazing teacher and volunteer. She brought so much positive energy to our project and connected with everyone so naturally. We're grateful for all her hard work and the wonderful memories she created with us. Thank you, Georgie ,you're always welcome back!
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