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25h
- Hours per week
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- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
- Animal Care
- Help look after and take care of animals.
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- US$ 25
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- Donation to project
Description
volunteer contibute per day to cover expenses for foods, transfer, accommodation, and maintenance or financing iur organisation
What you get
2
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
- 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
- Use our equipped kitchen
- Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
- Discounts on Drinks
- Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
- Get free drinks or beverages.
- Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
- Language lessons
- Take free language classes at our place.
- Bikes at your disposal
- You can use our bikes any time you want.
- Pick Up
- We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
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- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Aug
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- Stay at least
- 1 week
- Stay up to
- 2 weeks
The Experience
Volunteer in Chiang Mai, and experience life with a Karen tribe family deeply connected to elephants. Learn about the history and cultural significance of these majestic creatures, and participate in their care. From understanding their diet and natural foraging habits to exploring their communication and spiritual nature, you'll gain a profound appreciation for elephants. Enjoy a serene homestay surrounded by nature, where every day is a journey
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English or Intermediate English
- Between 18 and 60 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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Animal Shelter
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How this experience will transform you
- 26 Get in touch with nature
- 25 Meeting locals
- 23 Immersing in the local culture
- 22 Learning about sustainability
- 20 Developing environmental awareness
- 17 Meeting international travelers
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 23 15. Life on land
- 17 7. Affordable and clean energy
- 13 3. Good health and well-being
- 9 13. Climate action
- 5 17. Partnerships for the goals
- 2 10. Reduced inequalities
- 1 5. Gender equality
- 1 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Olga
United States
Jack is simply the best, and Pai Lin and Khao are the cutest elephants ever. Every interaction I had during my time with Jack was insightful, fun, hilarious, and just PRESENT. I fully recommend this for animal and nature lovers, for people interested in local cultures, and anyone who needs a getaway from city life.
4 days ago
Laura
Italy
I recently volunteered with elephants at the shelter and it was unforgettable. Jack and his family were kind and caring, and I learned a lot about these magnificent creatures. Watching them roam freely and interacting with them was awe-inspiring. Feeding and observing them was magical. I also met Jack's family and shared meals and celebrations with them. The surroundings were breathtakingly beautiful and relaxing. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for something unique and enriching. Working with elephants and immersing oneself in nature makes it truly one-of-a-kind.
8 days ago
Makena
Canada
I can't even put into words how much I enjoyed my time at the shelter. Jack and his family were such amazing hosts, the accommodation was amount the beautiful mountains and rice fields, the food was delicious, and the elephants were adorable. I loved helping Jack with the social media and getting to know the elephants throughout the week. Jack was so knowledgeable and I felt I learned so much about Asian elephants and their status in Thailand. I can't wait to come back!
17 days ago
Christina
Canada
Staying at the shelter Elephant Sanctuary was the best choice to make. I really wanted to visit some Elephant but was worried about it being a large corporation where elephants aren't treated ethically. At Jack's place, you can see how much he cares for his two elephants Khao and Pailin. It's a very wholesome experience, the elephants are free to roam wherever and we take them on walks on a different path each day so they get a more real jungle life experience. I'm so happy to have been a part of such a project :)
22 days ago
Elisa
France
I had the best experience at the shelter! Jack and his family were so nice and welcoming. Every morning, we fed and walked with the elephants — we learned so much about them! In the afternoons, we had free time or Jack would drive us to some beautiful spots. I 100% recommend it!
about 2 months ago
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