The lives of dogs in Sri Lanka are not the same as in Europe. Animals do not have the same rights there and are not always treated well, which you may witness during your eco-friendly trip to Sri Lanka. There are very few awareness campaigns about dogs, and most of them live on the streets in poor physical condition.
That is why a shelter was created to take in abandoned dogs and puppies in need of care (many females are not sterilized), as part of a sustainable tourism experience. These puppies are often too young to survive and require very rapid care. Most die from hunger or infections, or become victims of abuse.
You will join the 2nd largest dog shelter in the world, home to 2,500 dogs.
This project was developed with a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of stray dogs in the south of the country. An experienced team of well-known veterinarians, caregivers, technical staff, and assistants is on site to help the dogs and train volunteers who wish to dedicate their time to this project.
Such a shelter requires substantial funding and staff, so your participation is extremely important.
Participants in your eco-friendly trip to Sri Lanka work at the clinic from Monday to Friday and take part in various daily tasks that are essential to the clinic’s operation:
The project fee includes a donation used to maintain the enclosures, toys, leashes, and to carry out sterilization campaigns.
We encourage you to combine our dog, turtle, and environment projects in Sri Lanka. The needs are ongoing, your help is valuable, and this option allows you to diversify your tasks while giving greater impact to your commitment.
In addition to your project, those who wish can choose to take part in a one-week tour to explore the very best of Sri Lanka’s beauty and diversity. From Galle to Sigiriya, via Kandy and Ella, you will discover the southern, central, and western regions of this magnificent tropical island.
Please contact us to find out the departure dates.
Tour price: 810 euros.
This program is available all year round
Duration during the week | Budget total mission |
|---|---|
2 weeks | 1190 € |
3 weeks | 1440 € |
4 weeks | 1690 € |
5 weeks | 1940 € |
6 weeks | 2190 € |
7 weeks | 2440 € |
8 weeks | 2690 € |
9 weeks | 2940 € |
10 weeks | 3190 € |
11 weeks | 3440 € |
12 weeks | 3690 € |
You will stay in one of the two volunteer houses, located in the Unawatuna area, just a 15-minute drive from the center of Galle and a 5-minute walk from the beach.
These houses have several non-mixed rooms accommodating between 4 and 6 people, each equipped with bathrooms. Each house also includes an outdoor area, offering a peaceful place to relax, socialize, or simply enjoy the pleasant climate of the region. In addition, meals are included in the project.
Volunteers will be assigned depending on the availability of each house.
For couples, families, or people who prefer a single, double, or family room, additional options are available at an extra cost. For more information about rates and conditions, please contact us directly.
– From 16 years old.
– Intermediate level of English (able to understand instructions and communicate).
– Copy of passport.
Freepackers is the exclusive partner in France for this project in Sri Lanka. We guarantee ethical projects with quality supervision, carefully selected and monitored through regular on-site visits. Donations are fully and directly reinvested in local associations, ensuring real and transparent local impact.
For all international projects, Realstep requires participants to take out travel insurance covering accidents, illness, and repatriation, as well as civil liability for professional activities abroad.
For complete protection while studying or interning abroad, you can take out Cap Student insurance online by following this link Student insurance abroad | Chapka Assurances, which will give you a 5% discount.
If you take out another insurance policy, we will ask you to send us a copy of your certificate in English.
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