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Animal lover seeking an adventure with purpose? You may want to consider a volunteer vacation. Volunteer holidays are life-altering experiences where travelers have unique opportunities to get their hands dirty and make a direct, ethical impact on animals<\/a>, both domestic and wild, around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only can you help locals with rescue and conservation efforts, but you\u2019ll also gain experience that could potentially help advance your career; these adventures look fantastic on your resume, especially if you may one day want to pursue work in the realm of animal welfare or conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While volunteer experiences aren\u2019t free \u2014 it would be impossible to run these programs without funding \u2014 it\u2019s more than worth the cost to participate. Generally, travelers pay a fee to cover the cost of meals, room and board, transportation while on the projects, and the time it takes to train you during your visit. With reputable companies, the fee also provides a donation to the organization to help keep the programs afloat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not sure what\u2019s out there? Here are 10 of our favorite volunteer holidays around the globe:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Bathe elephants in Thailand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Mai, Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Mai, Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where:<\/strong> Elephant Nature Park<\/a> in Chiang Mai, Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length:<\/strong> 1-7 days<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost:<\/strong> $63+ USD\/day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps one of the most magical places in existence, Elephant Nature Park is an insanely beautiful rescue center and sanctuary for elephants that have been saved from the logging and entertainment industries. As a volunteer, you\u2019ll prepare food and supplements, feed and bathe the elephants, learn about elephant conservation, enjoy delicious local food, and possibly even partake in a traditional Thai ceremony. The center also rescues dogs, cats, and a variety of other animals that you can interact with while on the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Track wild dogs in South Africa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Wild
Wild Dog Conservation, Zululand, South Africa.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Where:<\/strong> Wildlife ACT<\/a> in Zululand, South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length:<\/strong> 2+ weeks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: <\/strong>$1,420+ USD\/trip<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can\u2019t make a trip to Africa without seeing wildlife, can you? This program takes it one step further, making it possible to be directly involved in the conservation of the iconic animals we marvel at on nature documentaries. Volunteers help monitor species including the cheetah, rhino, lion, elephant, leopard, and African wild dog across 5 project sites on various reserves in South Africa. Daily tasks include tracking animals, collecting data on behavior, setting camera traps, and more. The program, led by non-profit Wildlife ACT, is supported by the World Wildlife Fund and was runner up for \u201cBest for Wildlife Conservation\u201d at the World Responsible Tourism awards in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Watch baby sea turtles hatch in Costa Rica<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Where:<\/strong> SEE Turtles<\/a>, Northern Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length:<\/strong> 5 days<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost:<\/strong> $1,495 USD\/trip<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who doesn\u2019t love sea turtles? Endangered leatherback sea turtles nest on Costa Rica\u2019s Caribbean beaches from March to July every year, and you can help save them from extinction. SEE Turtles volunteers assist researchers with nightly beach patrols, turtle nest surveys, turtle data collection, and egg and hatchling relocation. Accommodations at the coastal research station are rustic \u2014 you won\u2019t be taking leisurely hot showers or browsing the internet \u2014 but then again, that\u2019s not the point!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Save the seas in Seychelles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Divers
Divers exploring North Island, Seychelles.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Where:<\/strong> Wildlife ACT<\/a>, North Island, Seychelles<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length:<\/strong> 4+ weeks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost:<\/strong> $2,800+ USD\/trip<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An island getaway with a purpose? Yes, please! Volunteer in one of the most breathtaking tropical locales on the planet, North Island in the Seychelles, and make a huge impact on our planet\u2019s oceans while you\u2019re there. Volunteers are involved with a variety of activities both on land and in the big blue, including sea turtle monitoring and nest relocation, snorkel surveys, invasive vegetation control, and more. After your volunteer shift is over, you\u2019re welcome to paddle-board, kayak, and snorkel along the coast. Sign me up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Play with homeless pets in Utah<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Where: Best Friends Animal Society<\/a>, Utah, US<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length: 1+ days<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Cottages on the 3,000 acre property run $60-$70 per night<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re an animal person traveling through the US, you\u2019ll definitely want to make it a point to visit Best Friends Animal Society, the nation\u2019s largest sanctuary for neglected animals. It\u2019s nestled between some of the most iconic national parks in the country \u2014 Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion \u2014 so it\u2019s a perfect spot to stop for a few days while you\u2019re road tripping. Travelers come from all corners of the world to volunteer with some of the 1,600 sanctuary animals and contribute to everything from walking dogs and socializing kittens to cleaning rabbit enclosures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Help with dolphin research in Croatia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Blue
Blue World Institute, Croatia. www.blue-world.org<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Where: Blue World Institute<\/a>, Lo\u0161inj, Croatia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length: 12 days<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: $1,100-$1,295 USD\/trip<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do sun-filled days on the big blue strike your fancy? Volunteer on the longest ongoing study of bottlenose dolphins in the Mediterranean Sea and do your part to protect some of the planet\u2019s most loved marine mammals. Volunteers spend the majority of their time aboard a research vessel in the Mediterranean collecting valuable data that contributes to dolphin conservation. Research varies day to day but may include photo-identification, acoustic monitoring, and toxicological analysis. You\u2019ll also help with outreach and educational efforts. Does it get any better?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t have time for an extended stay but still want to contribute to something big?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few fun and flexible alternatives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Hike with rescue dogs in the mountains of Costa Rica<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Where: Territorio de Zaguates<\/a>, Heredia, Costa Rica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Territorio de Zaguates, or Land of the Strays<\/em>, is an extraordinary dog shelter tucked in the mountains of Costa Rica, just an hour from San Jos\u00e9. Home to over 1300 adoptable dogs, the famous shelter hosts giant pack walks that are free, open to the public, and perfect for the dog-loving traveler in need of some puppy love. While the shelter is currently closed and undergoing renovations in 2019, we recommend that you start planning your 2020 visit ASAP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Survey coral reefs (anywhere on the planet)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Colorful
Colorful coral reefs, Great Barrier Reef, Australia.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How: CoralWatch<\/a>, any tropical location underwater<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There aren\u2019t enough scientists to monitor all of the world\u2019s coral reefs; that\u2019s where you come in. Volunteers survey reefs all over the world, wherever they happen to be diving, and report back to CoralWatch by entering data online. To get started, you\u2019ll just need to download the information sheets online and request a coral health chart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Take pics of manta rays (anywhere on the planet)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Snorkler
Snorkler with manta ray, ProjectManta.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How: ProjectManta<\/a>, any location underwater<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have an underwater camera? You can help marine scientists track and monitor individual manta rays just by photographing their bellies. Manta rays have unique spotting patterns on their underside and researchers can determine behavior and movement patterns just by analyzing your images. To contribute, you can upload your photos to the Project Manta Facebook<\/a> page or email them directly to the university. They only ask that you provide your name, contact information, date and location of the sighting, and any observations you made while photographing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Socialize puppies on the beach in Turks and Caicos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Potcake
Potcake Place, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. instagram.com\/potcakeplacek9rescue<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Where: Potcake Place<\/a>, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like something out a dream, Potcake Place allows guests to take rescue puppies to the local beach as a way to get them more comfortable with humans. Many of the homeless \u201cpotcakes\u201d (mixed breed dogs from the Caribbean) are wary of humans and therefore less likely to be adopted. Short interactions with kind people help them come out of their shell and trust humans for the first time. Time spent with these puppies gives them a better chance at finding a forever home, and you get to take an adorable puppy with you to the beach with you. Win-win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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