Voluntary Work
You will be working within an eco-resort with its very own boutique wildlife park. The park encourages visitors to learn all about the habitats and unique Aussie animals.
Work alongside rangers with volunteer duties including:
- Cleaning the sanctuary in the morning
- Replenishing food for animals, including eucalypts branches for koalas!
- Helping out with wildlife handling tours including snakes, juvenile crocodiles, koalas and blue tongue lizards!
- Assisting with the use of camera equipment during koala photos
- Helping out three mornings per week with the ‘champagne bush tucker breakfasts’ in the koala sanctuary (a chance for visitors to learn about and taste aboriginal fare whilst meeting the parks inhabitants)
- Visiting other resorts on the island to market the sanctuary
- General maintenance duties of the sanctuary ground and surrounds
This programme offers a very personal experience. You will be working closely with two other rangers and up to one other volunteer. Living and working within the eco-resort will allow you to get to know other staff members and like-minded eco-guests staying at the resort and you can also get involved with other activities offered at the resort, such as coconut bowling, trivia nights and bushwalks.
What’s Included in the Programme
- Return ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island
- Return bus fare to resort accommodation upon arrival and departure
- Private accommodation at Magnetic island
- Dinner including a glass of house wine or beer
- Volunteer activities
- Arrival orientation
- 2 bungalow bay staff T-shirts
- Souvenir Koala photo
- 24 hour contact number
What’s Not Included in the Programme
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Breakfasts and lunches
- Additional excursions
Prices & Durations
Australia Island & Wildife Volunteers - 3 Weeks £999
Australia Island & Wildife Volunteers - 4 Weeks £1,299
