Animal Care
Volunteer Program
AVAILABILITY
Our Volunteering Experience starts from Mondays and has a minimum duration of one week.
NOT INCLUDED
- Volunteers must arrange and cover their own international and domestic flights.
- Travel visas are the volunteer‘s responsibility.
- Any expenses outside RAREC for personal activities are not covered.
GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION
If you‘re still unsure, feel free to contact us for more information. We’d be happy to schedule a video call with one of our team members to give you deeper insights into our work.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Our volunteer program is open to anyone with a passion for wildlife and conservation, regardless of background or experience. Whether you want to learn more about Amazonian animals, contribute to meaningful conservation efforts, or immerse yourself in the beauty of the rainforest, we welcome you to be part of our mission! During your stay, you‘ll have the opportunity to:
- Help clean and maintain animal enclosures.
- Assist in preparing and delivering food supplements to the animals.
- Participate in enrichment activities that promote the animals’ mental and physical well-being.
- Forage for natural food sources, including insects, plants, and flowers.
- Support the monitoring of assigned species and observe behavioral changes
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off at Iquitos Airport (for stays of one week or more).
- Basic accommodation with the option to upgrade for an additional fee.
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Special dietary needs must be stays of one week or more).
- RAREC t-shirts and rain boots provided for volunteers.
- Access to a quiet work environment, outdoor recreation area (with fan, hammocks, movie projector, and board games), and outdoor dining space with kitchen facilities.
- Laundry room access.
- Wi-Fi in volunteer and staff areas.
- Immediate transportation to a medical center if needed (medical expenses are the volunteer’s responsibility).
- Guidance and advice from the Volunteer Coordinator on activities or tours during days off.
REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES
- Please note that entry into any enclosures is strictly prohibited without the supervision of our staff. We maintain a strict no-contact policy to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our beloved residents.
- Be prepared for physical activity in a humid environment.
- Visitors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- We kindly ask all visitors to have valid medical insurance.
- As a rescue center we cannot promise that you will find a specific species in rehabilitation.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
There are many ways to volunteer with us or join an internship program to gain hands-on experience. We strive to make these opportunities accessible to people of all backgrounds and skill levels. Explore the options below and reach out to apply!
Remeber RAREC is also a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the USA. If you are a US citizen, your donation to cover our programs is tax-deductible, allowing you to contribute to meaningful change whlie enjoying the benefits of your generosity.
How To Support Us
This center wouldn’t be what it is without the generous contributions of each and every one of you. Here are a few ways you can support our mission:
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