Java Wildlife Rescue - Volunteer

Sukabumi, Sukabumi Regency, West Java, Indonesia

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Biodiversity Business
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Duration: 14 days
Group size: 1 - 8
Java Wildlife Rescue - Volunteer
Sukabumi, Sukabumi Regency, West Java, Indonesia

Biodiversity Business
  • Email address verified
3 reviews

Duration: 14 days
Group size: 1 - 8

About this trip

Thank you for volunteering at our Java Wildlife Rescue Center.

We really appreciate your decision to help wild animals.


Through our partner Cikananga Wildlife Rescue Center (CWRC), our volunteer program is open to all individuals, both local and international, who are interested in exploring and learning more about Indonesian wildlife. This program not only provides our center with much-needed support, but also offers volunteers the opportunity to get involved with the rescue and conservation of Indonesian wildlife. Since 2001, CWRC has been devoted to caring for and protecting the local wildlife and habitats in Indonesia. Our work mainly consists of rehabilitating wild animals that have been illegally taken from their natural environment and, if at all possible, releasing them back into the wild. 


At our center, there are approximately 500 animals, including crocodiles, hornbills, leopards, and primates such as orangutans and gibbons. Most of these animals have been victims of the illegal wildlife trade or have been displaced from their homes due to deforestation. As many of these animals are endangered, they typically arrive in a terrible state, requiring medical attention. CWRC strives to aid the government in rescuing and preserving Indonesian wildlife and educating the public on the proper treatment of animals, as well as putting an end to the illegal wildlife trade. 


We thank you for assisting in our mission to protect wildlife!


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What’s included

  • Dormitory accommodation
    There are 2 (Male and Female) wooden long house dormitories. - In each dormitory are private partitioned sleeping areas with a bunk bed and cabinet. -Toilets and showers are Indonesian style
  • Cooked lunch and dinner
    Local food (Indonesian/Sundanese) is cooked by women from the village and is served for lunch and dinner. - Vegetarian and Vegan meals can be arranged. - Breakfast you have to arrange yourself.
  • Volunteering activities
    Daily care of the animals: food preparation, enclosure cleaning, preparing and supplying enrichment, animal behaviour observations, teamwork (Guided by local team)

What’s not included

  • Indonesia Visa
    A special visa is required (B211A, 60 days, renewable)
  • Airport Transfer
    This can be added to your booking on the next page
  • Vaccinations
    Required: COVID, Hepatitis, Typhoid, Tetanus, Rabies, and Tuberculosis (negative test)

Available Packages

Trip Price
Available until 30 days before departure
£395
Deposit: £100

Available options

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Biodiversity Business
3 reviews
Biodiversity Business is a non-profit company that promotes conservation tourism through responsible wildlife holidays and volunteering. Our Mission is to help save endangered animals and their habitats. 'Malaysian Wildlife' is our program for volunteering and internships. You can view all our ethical wildlife experiences on biodiversitybusiness.com

Reviews

This is a life changing experience. The people who work at Batu Kapal are some of the nicest, kindest people I have ever met. Without getting too mystical, there is a purity here that is sadly missing in the Western world. Although diving in headlong to every activity can be tough it is so worth it - not just the opportunity to see orangutan, macaque, langurs, butterflies, birds, lizards etc but also the sense of community that is gained from working hard towards a common goal. I am 57 and managed! You will feel incredibly sweaty, hot, bitten and tired but you will also feel fulfilled, lucky, wondrous and joyful all at the same time. Book it now or at least donate to help buy the 5 missing hectares that will create a land corridor to the National Park and keep the orangutan here.
By Fern C for Sumatra Wildlife Volunteer on Mar 14, 2024
Dear Fern, Thanks so much for this glowing review. We are so happy that you found your volunteering visit to Batu Kapal so inspiring. You are right that this place is worth saving, not just because of the unique animals but also the amazing people in the local community. We will continue our efforts to help them protect the national park and the surrounding wildlife corridors!
By Biodiversity Business on Mar 14, 2024
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This experience was overall more than I could’ve ever expected it to be. I volunteered with Batu Kapal as a research assistant, and was overjoyed to see orangutans daily and be welcomed by such a wonderful community of people. I will hopefully be back one day, living in the jungle was undoubtedly the best thing I have done throughout SE Asia.
By Riley P for Sumatra Orangutan Research Internship on Feb 09, 2024
My trip was amazing!! I learnt a lot about Wildlife. Cikananga center is located in a beautiful area. Everything is well organized. Barbara helped me prepare for it ( visa, vaccinations, transportation...) During my stay, the staff supported me with everything (activities, laundry, food...) The accommodation and facilities were comfortable. Highly recommended!!
By Elodie A for Java Wildlife Rescue - Volunteer on Jan 08, 2024