Trip code: QWWE
Trip Highlights
- Take Thai elephants down to the river for an afternoon swim!
- Explore the fascinating Surin province and its people
- A unique opportunity to see the rare species of the Lumholtz’s tree kangaroo
- Chill out on the stunning Australian East Coast beaches
- Become a wildlife expert and give a range of endangered species in the USA a much-needed refuge!
Trip Summary
See full itineraryGet up close and personal to a range of wildlife including elephants, koalas and kangaroos. Not only can you help to give an endangered species a little extra care and attention but also better their chance of survival. You’ll also be able to see some of the world’s rarest sights from Lumholtz’s tree kangaroo to Native American wolves.
Remember, this is just one combination that we suggest. There are lots of programme alternatives so if you prefer animals to people or want to visit another destination, just let us know! It’s your trip, it’s your choice!
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What will I be doing?
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Get up close to some majestic creatures (2 weeks)
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Get hands on down under (4 weeks)
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Learn about exotic animals (4 weeks)
Get up close to some majestic creatures: 2 weeks
Next LegDestination info
The Kingdom of Thailand is located in the heart of Southeast Asia and shares borders with Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia and Myanmar. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty, also well known for its appetising food and the people renowned for their friendly manner.
- Location: Surin province, Thailand
Thailand Community and Elephant Volunteering – 2 weeks
Discover the beauty of rural Thailand, lend a hand with habitat and environmental conservation and get up close to these majestic creatures!
Destination info
Australia attracts many visitors each year due to its broad range of things to see and do. The varying landscape offers many beautiful attractions and fantastic activities, from surfing and white water rafting to trekking and skiing. Australia is a huge country size wise, and therefore offers a diverse population and landscape, creating a perfect environment for travelling and working.
- Location: Port Douglas, Cairns
Australia Rainforest & Wildlife volunteering – 4 weeks
Delve into Australia’s lush rainforests, catch a glimpse of a tree dwelling kangaroo and play a hands-on role in caring for rescued, injured and orphaned animals.
Previous Leg
Learn about exotic animals: 4 weeks
Destination info
The United States of America is made up of 50 states including Alaska and Hawaii; the USA is pretty huge! You have a bit of everything in the USA - including the most famous and cosmopolitan cities New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Miami, breathtaking National Parks- Yosemite and Yellowstone, right down to the quaint colonial towns and low populous central and Midwest states full of ranches and farms. You can get involved or you can get away, there really is something for everyone.
- Location: Zolfo Springs, Florida
USA Wildlife Sanctuary in Florida – 4 weeks
A unique opportunity to get up close to a range of fascinating animals from leopards to native American wolves
Trip Notes Download
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What's included?
- Flights: London - Thailand - Australia - USA - London
What's not included?
- Travel insurance
- Any necessary visas
- Extra activities not on itinerary
Additional Information & FAQs
Minimum age
18 years.
Accommodation
You will be staying in a variety of accommodation where included during your trip. These will range from hostels and home-stays to traditional American trailers.
Meals
Depending on your choice of countries and experiences, some meals may be included but it will vary from place to place and project to project. Please refer to specific programme information to find out what’s included.
Advice & Safety
Throughout your programmes you will have the support and guidance of the programme co-ordinator and team. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay.
You will be assigned a personal travel advisor who will co-ordinate your programme with you. Feel free to contact them at any time before you go, or when you are on your travels.
In addition, you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you can contact one of our UK staff at any time should you need to.
FAQ
1. Will I be within a group throughout the whole trip?
Whilst you are on the projects you will be within a group of volunteers but they will not be the same people on each one. We will send out a buddy list for each programme so you can get in touch with people before you set off!
2. Will you help organise my flights?
Yes, to make things as easy as possible for you we have teamed up with an excellent partner, Flight Centre, Tunbridge Wells. We will organise all of your flights for you.
3. Can I change some of the programmes on this trip?
Yes, to tailor-make your own trip all you need to do is choose the programmes, tours and volunteer projects you are interested in doing with us and let us know. Then we can start working them together into a package for you and give you an idea of costs with flights included. Please also, if you can, give us an idea of when you are thinking of travelling and how long you would like be away for.
4. What is the average age of people on this trip?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum decided on potential participants’ health. Please be prepared that you may be working with volunteers of all ages.
5. Will I be the only person travelling by myself?
No, the majority of our travellers are solo travellers and you will meet lots of people on each programme!
DBS
This trip requires a Police Check to be carried out - please contact us for further information on how to do this.
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