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Elephant Care Volunteer Project in Jaipur

Faye working on Elephant volunteer project

Our UK volunteer Faye is helping the elephants in their shelter by providing necessary care

Karissa having her best time in India

Karissa, a volunteer from the UK is so excited to be on the Elephant Volunteer Project in India

Why not a selfie together?

Allanah and Karissa having the fun moment together on Elephant project in India

Faye working on Elephant volunteer project

Our UK volunteer Faye is helping the elephants in their shelter by providing necessary care

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Are you an animal lover who wants to make a difference in the lives of elephants, mahouts, and their families?

If so, the Elephant Village project in Jaipur is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact. By volunteering with us, you will have the opportunity to work with elephants and their caretakers, providing them with love, care, and support. You will be living in a rural setting and experiencing the daily life of the elephant village.

As a volunteer, you will help take care of the elephants by feeding them, bathing them, and cleaning their living quarters. You will also have the opportunity to learn about elephant behavior, their health issues, and the cultural significance of elephants in Indian society. Additionally, you will work closely with the mahouts, learning about their traditional lifestyle, and providing support to their families.

Your time in the Elephant Village will not only be rewarding but also transformative. You will have the chance to develop your cultural understanding and communication skills, and to make lifelong connections with the people and elephants you work with. Your contributions to the Elephant Village will help preserve the cultural heritage of elephants and their caretakers in India.

Volunteering in the Elephant Village project in Jaipur will provide you with a unique opportunity to work closely with elephants, mahouts, and their families. You will gain a deeper understanding of Indian culture and tradition, develop new skills, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of elephants and their caretakers. Join us in our mission to preserve the cultural heritage of elephants in India and make a difference in their lives.

Program Details

Elephant Care Volunteer project in India

The Elephant Care Volunteer Project in Jaipur is a unique opportunity for individuals who are passionate about animal welfare, conservation, and cultural preservation. This project is dedicated to providing care and support for elephants, their caretakers (mahouts), and their families in a rural setting in Jaipur.

At the Elephant Care Volunteer Project, we believe that elephants are an integral part of Indian culture and heritage. Our mission is to preserve the traditional way of life of elephants and their caretakers by providing them with love, care, and support. We strive to create a sustainable environment where both elephants and mahouts can thrive.

As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the elephants and their caretakers. Your responsibilities may include feeding, bathing, and cleaning the elephants, as well as assisting the mahouts with their daily tasks. You will also have the opportunity to learn about elephant behavior, health issues, and care. In addition, you will be able to immerse yourself in the local culture, learn about Indian traditions, and experience the daily life of the elephant village.

As a volunteer at the Elephant Care Volunteer Project in Jaipur, you will have the opportunity to work with elephants, mahouts, and their families in a rural setting. Your responsibilities may include:

Feeding the elephants: You will be responsible for preparing and feeding the elephants their daily meals.

Bathing and grooming the elephants: You will help to bathe and groom the elephants, ensuring that they are clean and healthy.

Cleaning the elephant living quarters: You will assist in cleaning the area where the elephants live, ensuring that it is hygienic and comfortable for them.

Assisting the mahouts: You will work closely with the mahouts, learning about their traditional lifestyle, and providing support to their families. Your responsibilities may include assisting them with their daily tasks and helping to care for their elephants.

Learning about elephant behavior and care: You will have the opportunity to learn about elephant behavior, health issues, and care. You will also learn about the cultural significance of elephants in Indian society.

Immersing yourself in the local culture: You will have the opportunity to experience the daily life of the elephant village, learn about Indian traditions, and connect with the local community.

Participating in community outreach: You may have the opportunity to participate in community outreach activities, such as teaching local children about elephant conservation and raising awareness about the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of elephants in India.

At the Elephant Care Volunteer Project, we ensure that all our volunteers are well-trained and supported throughout their time with us. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment for both the volunteers and the elephants. By joining our project, you will make a meaningful impact on the lives of elephants, mahouts, and their families, and help us achieve our goal of preserving the cultural heritage of elephants in India.

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Currently, we have 02 volunteer accommodations and both of them are duly registered with the Department of Tourism for foreign tourist stays. The first Volunteer accommodation has four bedrooms, each furnished with single beds and comfortable bedding to provide a restful sleep for 11 participants at a time. The bedrooms are spacious, and well-lit, and offer a peaceful atmosphere for volunteers to unwind after a long day of work. The second volunteer house is a 4-bedroom apartment with bunk beds in one room and 02 single beds in another room with an Indian host family, close to the first accommodation. Amenities in the accommodation are as follows:

Amenities:

Comfortable bedding and linens
Living room with sitting arrangement
Basic toiletries (such as soap and toilet paper)
Kitchen utensils (such as plates, cups, and cutlery)
Cleaning supplies (such as dish soap and sponges)
Basic first aid kit
Mosquito Kill switch (if necessary)

Electronics and Electrical Appliances:

Television
Refrigerator
Microwave oven
Toaster
Electric kettle
Air conditioner (Only in the living room and air-coolers in rooms)
Washing machine ($2/use and your own detergents)
Iron
Charging ports for mobile devices
Wi-Fi internet connection

We have designed the accommodation as a ‘Home away from home’ for the volunteers and have thought about comfort, safety, and relaxation in their leisure time. We also have kept some rules and regulations for all the participants to follow to make their experience much better.

Aii Group aims to provide the best learning, serving, and traveling opportunities to worldwide youth through our meaningful trips abroad. As we are a youth-centric organization, we always design our programs to provide volunteers with a safe and comfortable environment while allowing them to make a positive impact on the community. We carefully select our accommodation and meal providers to ensure that they meet our standards for safety, cleanliness, and quality. With our programs, volunteers can make a difference and gain valuable experience without breaking the bank or sacrificing their comfort and well-being. The USPs of our programs are affordable, safe, quality accommodation and meals, grassroots projects, and cultural immersion activities with budget-friendly weekend tours and excursions.

Program fee: (Get the Instant Price Quotation) The following services are included in the program application fee:

Assistance in choosing the right project
Visa and flight booking support
Pick-up from the Jaipur Airport
Orientation about the project and country
100% Project Placement
Local SIM to use (Recharge amount will be on you)
Observation day and induction of the volunteer
Emergency assistance (if required)
Cultural workshops- Yoga, Hindi language, Cooking, Indian dress, etc.
Staff salary, local team, GST 5% tax, Administration and supervision

Lodging & Boarding during the project:

We offer several types of accommodation and meal options to volunteers according to their comfort, budget, and requirements. The prices of the accommodation and meals will be shared with you once you submit your application form with desired stay option, the following can be your accommodations;

Volunteer Guest House (Shared stay with all meals)
Indian Host Family (Double occupancy stay with all meals)
Hotels (Room with breakfast only)

We are proud to be one of the most affordable volunteer experience organizations in the youth travel industry. We are working to provide the best experience at affordable prices to provide opportunities to a maximum number of youth.

The key highlights of the project are as follows:

Arrival airport:

Jaipur International Airport

Project start dates:

Any Saturday (all around the year)

Minimum to maximum duration:

Starting from 01 week to 04 weeks

Accommodation types:

Volunteer guest houses & Indian host families

Meals:

All meals included in the fee (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Program fee:

On request (Depends on your project, its duration, and the services you opt for)

Services included: Pick-up from Jaipur airport, All meals, Orientation about the project, Local SIM, Free WiFi, Project placement, Emergency assistance, and Drop at the airport after finishing the project.

Cultural workshops: You will be a part of free cultural workshops like Yoga, Hindi language, Indian cooking, Indian dress workshop, and Bollywood dance workshop.

Services not included: Flights to India, Visa, Vaccinations, Insurance, Daily local transportation to the project, and all other personal expenses and weekend trips.

Eligibility for applying as a volunteer traveler

1. Minimum age

The minimum age to apply for a volunteer project is 18 years.

2. Minor Participants (If you are below 18 years)

In case you are a minor and would like to create an impact on the global communities, we need to receive a "No Objection Certificate" signed by your parents. (Please send the NOC through an email after submitting the application form, in case you are a minor.) Click here to Download NOC

3. Guarantee of Participation

Submitting an application form does not guarantee your selection and participation in the project.

4. Program fee

The volunteer programs attract a participation fee that is called as "Program fee". The program fee covers the following services to the volunteer to make the trip more comfortable, meaningful, and reliable.

Costs of organizing the trip: There are costs associated with organizing and coordinating a volunteer trip, including arranging accommodations, transportation, and meals. These costs may be passed on to volunteers in the form of a fee.

Support and resources: Volunteers may receive support and resources from the organization hosting the volunteer trip, such as training, orientation, and access to local staff. These resources may require additional funding that is covered by the fee.

Sustainability and impact: Many volunteer organizations work towards long-term sustainable development goals and have a lasting impact on the communities they serve. To ensure that the organization's efforts are sustainable and impactful, funds may be required to support ongoing initiatives.

Local community benefits: The fee may be used to directly benefit the local community where volunteers are serving. This can include funding for community development projects, supporting local businesses, and hiring local staff.

3. The volunteers have to follow the code of conduct in the destination country and projects.

4. The local team is responsible for the management of pick-ups, housing, weekend excursions, safety, and well-being of the volunteers, we encourage the trust-building between the volunteers and the local management.

5. You will be working as a representative of your own country and we would highly appreciate it if you leave a very positive impact on the community you work with.

6. Prior experience volunteering is not necessary, but we would appreciate it if you can check out our youtube videos on "Effective Volunteering Abroad" sessions prior to arrival.

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Elephant Care Volunteer Project in Jaipur

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