Join
International Volunteer HQ, the world’s leading volunteer travel organization, and support the
Elephant Conservation volunteer project in Nepal.
On this project, you will provide exceptional care to elephants who have been given a second chance to live. Before coming to the sanctuary, elephants who require medical care are generally considered ‘worthless’ by their owners who only use them to make money for elephant rides. The sanctuary offers to purchase the elephants and they are then placed in the sanctuary to live out their days in a safe and comfortable environment.
Volunteers on the Elephant Conservation project are accommodated in a local hotel that is close to the placement for the whole duration of their volunteer program.
The program has
start dates every first and third Monday of the month, throughout the year.
This program ranges from 1-12 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. Detailed pricing information for your duration is available
on our website.
Your Impact
There are currently two elephants in residence (this number is likely to increase) and the owner of the sanctuary is a veterinarian and works on the elephants medical issues so they continue to be comfortable. Your main role on the Elephant Conservation project will be supporting the staff at the sanctuary in providing care to rescued elephants. The tasks may include:
- Cleaning the barn and the land where the elephants live
- Cutting and preparing the elephants’ food
- Planting the food for the elephants’
- Helping with a variety of building projects on site
As you will be working closely alongside the staff at the shelter, you are not required to have any qualifications to join this project; however, it is a great chance for volunteers within the animal care or veterinary field to gain hands-on experience and offer their skills.
Program Highlights
IVHQ’s Nepal programs are available year-round, starting on the first and third Monday of every month.
IVHQ provides the most affordable and
top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration
on our website.
You’ll be joining a global network of 123,000+ volunteers backed by the world’s leading team of volunteer travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.
Support impact-driven volunteer projects run by locals within your host community.
Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.
Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.
How to Apply
Apply for free: Complete an online application form via the IVHQ website.
- Select your start date & duration: All IVHQ volunteer programs are available year-round and you can choose to volunteer for durations on this program ranging from 1 to 12 weeks.
- Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Registration Fee.
- Pay your Program Fee: This is only due 30 days before your program starts.
Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 14 days before you start.
