Volunteer Work on a Farm Sanctuary
- Quick facts
- Program Details
- Costs and Services
- PHotos
Booking Number
CL-VOL115
Program Place
Farm Sanctuary for pets and farm animals
Location
Limache is a cozy little town in the central region of Chile. It is about 35 kilometers from the famous port city of Valparaíso, which is very popular with tourists. Santiago de Chile is about 1.5 hours away. Limache has approx. 40,000 inhabitants and the landscape is rural. The city is beautifully situated surrounded by mountains, hills and valleys.
Tasks
In our volunteer project for animals in need you can show your big heart for animals. Help neglected and abused animals "get back on their feet", regain trust in humans and live dignified lives. Your tasks as a volunteer include:
- Care of the animals
- Feeding the animals
- Ensure that the animals always have enough water
- Keep stables and enclosures clean
- Construction of new enclosures and corrals
- Improve/maintain existing facilities
- Administering medication and/or assisting with vet visits
- Assisting in fundraising campaigns
- Public relations and educational work
- Maintaining the social media channels
If you love animals and like to have animals around you all day long, then you will enjoy this volunteer work very much. However, please be aware that the work can also be hard and exhausting. The tasks have to be done dutifully and carefully. The welfare of the animals comes first!
(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)
Working Hours
Between 30 and 40 hours / week
Start Date
Year round, start and end dates are flexible
Duration
Minimum 2 weeks
Minimum age
18 years
Language
Spanish at communication level (book your Spanish course in Chile with us!)
Accommodation
Shared room in the volunteer house.
The consumption of alcohol and tobacco is prohibited.
Food
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. In line with animal welfare, most meals are plant-based. Additional food such as biscuits, sweets, special requests, or non-alcoholic drinks can be bought in the nearest town.
Internet
Internet access available via data package.
In-Country Support
Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.
24/7 Emergency Number
With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency.
Application
Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.
Application Deadline
There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 6 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.
Insurance
You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance
Program Highlights
- Individual project placement
- No application deadlines
- Flexible start and end dates
- Participation possible even without prior knowledge
- English-speaking in-country support
- Amazing program location in central Chile
- Stay abroad with a meaning
When one thinks of rescuing animals, pets like dogs and cats usually come to mind. However, there are also an incredible number of farm animals that are victims of violence, abuse or neglect.
This wonderful volunteer project takes place at a farm sanctuary that has been taking care of pets and farm animals in need of help since 2016. Animals that have been subjected to neglect and abuse find a new loving home on 9 hectares of land. The animals are cared for, treated and pimped up again. They are not available for adoption but are allowed to spend the rest of their life at the farm sanctuary. More than 160 animals (number may change) of 15 different species have already found a safe and caring home at the sanctuary.
Via social media, the farm sanctuary also makes a great contribution to educational work in relation to the respectful handling of farm animals and pets.
Do you love animals and want to work for their protection and appropriate animal husbandry - then this volunteer project is just right for you.
The Program includes:
- Shared room in the Volunteer House
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Advice from our experienced staff
- On-going support via WhatsApp, phone or mail
- Elaboration of your application profile in Spanish
- Your Volunteer Work placement
- Pre-departure information
- Packing list
- Country handbook
- Intercultural guide
- On-site volunteer coordinator
- 24/7 emergency number
- Advice on travel insurance
- Certificate of participation
Costs
Registration Fee
US$ 150
Program costs
US$ 420
minimum stay 2 weeks
each additional week
US$ 55
As add-on you can book:
- Spanish Courses in Chile: Choose your favorite among our 4 different Spanish Schools
Do not forget!
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