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The staff of the great projects was a big help with booking my volunteering. They gave great advice and the booking process went smoothly.
Had an amazing time at the Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary!! I was supposed to stay for 3 weeks but ended up staying 5 weeks! Also got the amazing opportunity to go to Timbilla and Harnas. Highly recommend visiting timbilla to explore more wildlife on game counts, animal tracking and more. You could see the love for the animals from all coordinators and the owners. Some of my favorite activities included: game drives, carnivore feeding and cheetah walks
The staff of the great projects was a big help with booking my volunteering. They gave great advice and the booking process went smoothly.Had an amazing time at the Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary!! I was supposed to stay for 3 weeks but ended up staying 5 weeks! Also got the amazing opportunity to go to Timbilla and Harnas. Highly recommend visiting timbilla to explore more wildlife on game counts, animal tracking and more. You could see the love for the animals from all coordinators and the owners. Some of my favorite activities included: game drives, carnivore feeding and cheetah walks
I spent a wonderful two weeks at the Laos Conservation Centre for Wildlife. Everyone was friendly and kind, and I felt part of the family. I am a mature volunteer (70) and I found some of the work challenging due to the steep terrain and heavy loads. That said, there was always plenty of work I could do! I loved working with the animals, especially the bears. The centre is quite remote - a drive to the nearest village - but the team arranged activities on site and locally. I was never bored! The centre is on the edge of an eco resort and we could make welcome use of the swimming pool at the end of each day. The accommodation is fine: quite spacious sleeping cabins, a cosy kitchen/rest area and clean shower/loo block. We were a small team and it worked well. Food is delivered twice daily from the resort restaurant. I soon got to know which meals tasted best and the food was plentiful, On Wednesday afternoons we had 'volunteer enrichment', taken somewhere locally to see sights or experience local crafts; Sunday was our rest day to chill and swim. The centre is new, very well designed and a joy to work in. The management team and staff are all professional, helpful and passionate about their work. It was a wonderful experience that I will always treasure.
I have just returned home after an amazing 2 weeks volunteering at The Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project. Dudley, his family and their team were brilliant, so welcoming, friendly and helpful - from helping arrange trips during our down time to lifts to ATM and supermarket and the odd beer run. As volunteers we worked closely with them - preparing the hatchery, burying eggs, releasing turtles, feeding and caring for turtles, tank cleaning and site tidying, beach cleans, visitor tours and education. We were well looked after with 3 hearty meals a day aswell as tea and biscuits twice a day - what more could you ask. Being able to interact and get hands on with the turtles was an absolute bonus for me and the other volunteers - to see how much turtles enjoyed getting a back rub and actually doing it was incredible. Overall I had a wonderful time and would thoroughly recommend to anyone even remotely thinking about it to go and take part - you will not regret it.
Just book it! Namibia is the best country ever - you really will not regret it. At the sanctuary 2 weeks is enough time there to experience all of the activities on offer - my favourite being the baboon walk! Make sure you book onto other off site projects though, as these are where you get a taste of other places. I done 2 weeks at the sanctuary and then 1 week at Timbila. Make sure you do Timbila! (Book in advance as it was sold out for a month when I was there). Everyone says it’s the best of all the projects.. and it didnt disappoint!
My time in Borneo was so much more than a volunteering trip. It was a complete immersion into a different way of living, a chance to understand wildlife on a deeper level, and an opportunity to build bonds with people who very quickly felt like family. Living in the cabin with the group was simple, communal, and grounding. We cooked dinners together, shared stories at the end of long days, laughed until we cried, and supported one another through every challenge the work brought. Those evenings in the cabin became one of my favourite parts of the whole experience because they reminded me how easy it is to connect when life is stripped back to what truly matters. Working with the team and the locals was incredibly special. The kindness and patience they showed us was unbelievable, and I felt so honoured to learn their culture and way of life. They welcomed us into their routines, taught us new skills, and helped us understand the land and the animals in a way only they could. The bonds we built were strong and meaningful, and I will always remember how much they shared with us and how much they cared about the work we were doing together. Every day brought something new. I learned how to mix cement in the heat, carry river stones, repair and strengthen enclosures, and take on physical work I never imagined myself doing. We made all kinds of enrichment for the orangutans, using coconuts, magazines, leaves, natural materials, puzzle feeders, and anything we could find to keep their minds active and stimulated. It felt amazing to know that something you created with your own hands could bring an orangutan focus, curiosity, and joy. Seeing them interact with what we made was one of the most rewarding parts of the entire experience. The animals themselves changed me. Every orangutan has a story, and many of those stories are heartbreaking. Some lost their mothers, some were kept illegally, and some were rescued from land that is no longer safe for them. They are all in rehabilitation and cared for with an incredible level of dedication, patience, and respect. Not all will be able to return to the wild, and learning why they are here in the first place gives you a completely different understanding of how important this work is. The same goes for the sun bears and the pangolin we were lucky enough to meet. Each of them is living proof of why conservation matters. This experience opened my eyes to so much. It showed me how resilient animals are, how deeply humans can connect across culture and language, and how powerful it is to step outside your comfort zone. It made me appreciate the simple things in life, the value of community, and the importance of protecting the natural world. I came home with more than memories. I came home with new friendships, new skills, a new understanding of myself, and a heart full of gratitude. Borneo changed me in the best way, and I will carry this experience with me forever.
Recently returned from Nyaru Mentang and the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation facilities there. Hard work at times but the reward is to spend time up close with these amazing creatures. I cannot recommend this trip more highly, from Mags and Katie at The Great Projects to all the BOSF staff at Nyaru Mentang who made things so easy. Such a memorable adventure and something you must put on your Bucket List immediately, if not sooner!
We both loved our time at Nyaru Menteng. We booked it as an alternative holiday and had no idea how much we would enjoy working with and learning about the Orangatangs. These beautiful primates were as individual as the varied group we worked alongside. It was a privilege to carry out any task that would enrich their time at the sanctuary. I enjoyed all the food prep, leaf gathering and tree planting but also trying out new skills involved in the manufacture of hammocks and the building of the towers. The highlights were of course the interactions with the Orangatangs at both NM 1 and 2, the youngsters at jungle school or seeing them on the pre - release islands. As coordinators Matt and Naimh were excellent and made sure everyone was involved in all activities regardless of previous skill levels. It was hard work at times but we have returned home hugely enthusiastic about our time on this project.
The project was everything I hoped for. From booking the trip, customer service and provision of all relevant information before thew trip to the very well organised Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary. Their staff was very friendly and helpful, excellent food and even some entertainment at the weekends was available. Some volunteers didn't realise that there is some physical work involved, which is needed to keep the place running. I actually enjoyed it and it gave me a good insight of what is involved in the day to day tasks of a sanctuary. I loved, loved, loved the animals. My favourites were the baboon babies and the horses, as it was very hands-on with them. Being close to the cheetahs was also an experience not to be missed. The Rhino Rangers experience was unbelievable and the K9 unit is a must. I had the chance to be teacher in the N/a'an ku sê Primary School for one day and I was delighted to see how respectful, happy and energetic the children were, despite their challenging circumstances. I really enjoyed their Friday assemblies with music and dance. I was sad to leave after 3 weeks.
Volunteering at Nyaru Menteng was truly an amazing and life-changing experience. The work was hard at times, but incredibly rewarding – every effort felt meaningful and impactful. The volunteer coordinators, Matt and Niamh, were exceptional hosts: patient, encouraging, and fully committed to giving the orangutans the best possible life. Their passion and dedication were inspiring. Accommodation was clean and comfortable, and we were very well looked after with plenty of good food. It was wonderful to spend time with other like-minded people, all working together on a project that clearly benefits the orangutans. I’m so glad I booked for a full month – two weeks would never have been enough. The four weeks flew by! Highlights of the trip included visiting the pre-release islands and observing the “toddlers” at Forest School – unforgettable moments that really show the importance of this work. Everyone involved in the project was welcoming and lovely, creating a warm and supportive environment. I would absolutely recommend this experience over any other orangutan programme in Borneo – this is the real deal. I’m already planning to return, as the help of volunteers will be needed for many years to come. Best of all was spending time with these beautiful, gentle primates who deserve every chance to live the best life possible, whether through full rehabilitation and release into the wild or lifelong care by the amazing team of vets and technicians at BOS Nyaru Menteng. If you’re considering volunteering, don’t hesitate – it’s an experience you’ll treasure forever.
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The Great Projects is an expert provider of safe and ethical volunteer holidays abroad for solo travellers, families, and groups. Founded in 2006, we offer a selection of unique and exclusive projects across Africa, Asia, Europe, Central America, and South America. Specialising in wildlife conservation, our projects are perfect for anyone looking to go behind the scenes and work with some of the planet's most endangered species.
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