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Do you have a
passion for animals and conservation?
This project really does have it all. The Parque Amazónico La
Isla is an environmental interpretation center whose main
objective is the conservation of natural resources and the
spread of these values through environmental education. You'll
work with closely with monkeys, tapirs, birds and more, along
with guiding tourists and helping with general maintenance at
the park. In your spare time, you can trek in the jungle close
to Tena, go whitewater rafting, kayaking, and more adventure
sports!
What does the center do?
The Parque Amazónico La Isla is an environmental interpretation
center and zoo that has several objectives, such as carrying out
environmental education activities with local students,
maintainance of the fauna species that have been donated to the
center, projects of ecology, tourism, and development, and
maintainance of the Parque, a 24 hectare reserve. This center is
funded by the Ecuadorian government and operates on a small
annual budget. Within these constraints, Parque Amazónica La
Isla intends to be a replica of the Amazonian ecosystem with
flora and fauna of the area (monkeys, tapirs, birds, capybaras,
macaws, toucans, caymans, among others). Along with feeding and
looking after the animals, you will get involved in general
maintenance work around the center, such as improving and
maintaining the trails. Also, you can contribute with Parque
Amazónico La Isla by guiding tourists and students who visit the
center.
Why does the project need volunteers?
The project needs the
help of volunteers to accomplish and fulfill its objectives.
There is a permanent staff, however, more hands are needed to
help out.
Your role as a
volunteer
You will be working and assisting the permanent staff who works
in the Parque Amazónico La Isla. Typical tasks include:
• Cleaning and maintenance of the trails and forest
• Preparing food for the animals
• Helping to feed the animals
• Cleaning, maintenance, and improvement of the cages where the
animals are held
• General maintenance of the Parque
• Guidance activities
• Any new project or activity that the Center carries out
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Accommodation included
You will be staying in a comfortable and friendly local homestay
based in Tena.
Project resources and advice
You'll be provided with all the necessary materials and
equipment during your time at the project.
Food included
Three meals a day included in your placement fee. Simple but
nutritious meals will be provided.
Airport pick-up included
You will be met at the airport if arriving on the scheduled
arrival date. Please arrange your flight to arrive into Quito
International Airport (UIO). If you are arriving before your
designated arrival date, we can arrange for an extra meet and
greet service for you.
Where the project is based:
The town (population approx 20,000) although is the commercial
centre of the Napo Province is a great mix of modern day
facilities and the traditional lifestyle. The town has all
necessary facilities such as internet, bars, restaurants, bus
service and taxis. You will be staying near the project, approx
10 mins from Tena by bus. There is a high percentage of the
population who are indigenous people belonging to the Kichwa
nationality.
The project is based near Tena, which is 6 hours from Quito by
bus.
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Project
Information
• Project Duration: Min 2
weeks - Max 12 weeks
• Project Costs: US$ 1260.00 for 2 weeks, US$ 175.00 for every
week thereafter
• Location of project:Near Tena, 6 hours southeast from Quito by
bus
• Arrival Airport:Quito (airport code UIO)
• Activities:Wildlife management at the rescue centre (feeding,
cleaning etc) improvement of animal cages, maintenance of the
park, providing guided tours around the centre
• Working Hours:Flexible; you will work 5 days per week around 8
hours a day, all other time is free
• Getting to the project:Dependent on location; around 15-20
minutes bus ride (budget approximately US$15 per week)
• Requirements:Minimum age 18
• Other:Semana Santa (Latin America Holy week) will be from
April 3rd to 12th 2009 and March 26th to April 4th 2010, you may
have some disruptions to the placement during this time
What's Included
• Accommodation:Shared room in homestay
• Food:All meals
• Airport Pickup:Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if
you're arriving early!
• Training:In-country orientation
• Support:Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr
emergency support
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