This is the perfect opportunity for those who would like to learn more about these charismatic animals and obtain knowledge directly from friendly mahouts in this beautiful Indonesian setting.  

 

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Help care for Sumatran elephants
  • Learn animal husbandry skills from local mahouts
  • Experience living amidst the Sumatran jungle
  • View interesting and exotic wildlife

 

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

Once you have taken in your new environment and have settled in to your new home, you will be given a briefing session about which activities to expect from your project as well as information regarding elephant behaviour and management. 

Your duties will involve helping the in-country staff wash and feed the elephants as well as planting elephant grass for the elephants to eat. You may also have the chance to join the in-country staff on elephant patrols through the Sumatran jungle where you can learn about elephant life and elephant husbandry.

 

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

  • Comprehensive pre-departure support
  • Travel & medical advice & documentation
  • Equipment advice
  • Discounted medical kit
  • Free t-shirt
  • in-country
  • Accommodation
  • Food
  • In-country transfers
  • Local orientation & project training
  • In-country emergency support
  • 24 hour international HQ backup