Wildlife Conservation in Peru - Over 20,000 Happy Volunteers since 2003

Are you passionate about wildlife and wish to make a difference in the lives of animals? Do you dream of rescuing and rehabilitating animals in the rainforests? Despite Peru's abundance in biodiversity, Peru today is facing substantial challenges protecting its wildlife. Activities like deforestation, poaching, illicit trafficking, demand for exotic pets and wildlife products worldwide are the main factors contributing to the depletion of its wildlife. Due to unchecked human intervention, the wildlife in Peru is now fragile and under serious threat with more than 150 species of animals and birds facing extinction.

As a wildlife volunteer in Peru, you will get an opportunity to work towards the conservation of biodiversity and make a profound difference in the lives of animals. Volunteers will work under the guidance of local staffs at the wildlife center and help with a host of activities at the center. You will help rescue the injured, orphaned and abused animals. You will work with the rescued animals and assist them with the rehabilitation recovery. You will collect and prepare food and distribute it to the animals at the center. You will assist the local staffs with grooming or washing animals and caring for the younger animals. Wildlife volunteers in Peru will also assist with educating the public about environmental issues and animal welfare. Though you do not need any specific qualification for this program, you need to be passionate about helping animals, have a desire to learn and be enthusiastic about hands-on work.