Animal Welfare Volunteer Programs Abroad
654 Animal Welfare Volunteer Programs

African Impact
Travel to South Africa and make a positive impact in the country ...

GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
GoEco offers more than 60 wildlife and animal conservation volunt...
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...
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Kaya Responsible Travel
If you can’t decide on a travel itinerary when visiting Africa, j...
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African Conservation Experience
Help preserve the famous Big 5 safari reserve, seeing a side of P...
See All 6 ProgramsMAXIMO NIVEL
Maximo Nivel is a locally based organization in Costa Rica, Guate...
See All 7 ProgramsThe Intern Group
The Intern Group provides you with top internships in London! Par...
Impact Gap Year
Explore the dream destinations of South Africa, France, and Thail...
See All 5 ProgramsIntercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI)
Volunteer at the Galápagos National Park and get the chance to as...
See All 2 ProgramsRaleigh International
A Raleigh South Africa Expedition is your chance for Adventure. I...
See All 2 ProgramsInstituto Hemingway
The volunteer program at Instituto Hemingway is a unique opportun...
Roots Interns
Be part of a conservation team in Zimbabwe during this exciting w...
See All 12 ProgramsAfrican Horse Safaris
Experience the excitement of life in the African Bush at Moolmans...
See All 7 ProgramsGapforce
Visit two of South America’s most iconic countries—Peru and Ecuad...
See All 2 ProgramsEncounter My Way
Join us in Osa, Costa Rica, for an unforgettable volunteer experi...
Sibuya Wilderness Experience
The Sibuya Wilderness Experience welcomes participants from all w...
Volunteer International Adventures
If you’re interested in veterinary medicine and animal welfare, w...
See All 15 ProgramsPenda Photo Tours
Experience the power of visual storytelling during this unique hu...
See All 4 ProgramsBuffelsdrift Game Lodge
We believe that everyone can contribute to conservation efforts, ...
Volunteering With India
Join VWI as a volunteer and help care for elephants in Heritage C...
See All 3 ProgramsJakera: Learn Spanish, Volunteer and Adventure
The lively beach town of Santa Teresa in Costa Rica is world famo...
See All 3 ProgramsGVI
Travel to a country known for its equatorial climate and enter a ...
See All 10 ProgramsProjects Abroad
Ghana, in Western Africa, is a wide expanse of mostly low plains....
See All 17 ProgramsLove Volunteers
This project was created to preserve the amazing sea turtle, dras...
See All 10 ProgramsWorld Endeavors
World Endeavors offers exciting programs that allow participants ...
See All 6 ProgramsIPBio- Biodiversity Research Institute
We are a non-governmental, non-profit organization that develops ...
See All 7 ProgramsRustic Pathways
Play games with Asian elephants, snorkel in crystal blue waters, ...
See All 9 ProgramsGlobal Leadership Adventures
Travel to Costa Rica and make a difference in a subject area you ...
Connect-123 Internship Programs
Looking for an international internship that will set you apart—a...
See All 4 ProgramsPacific Discovery
Experience an unforgettable 10-week Gap Year Semester through New...
See All 14 ProgramsVolunteer World
Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...
See All 45 ProgramsGlobalteer
Volunteer at a dog rescue center in the magnificent city of Cusco...
See All 13 ProgramsInvolvement Volunteers International
Many local shelters are in desperate need of passionate individua...
See All 33 ProgramsTravel For Teens
We will explore the historical city of Chiang Mai, basking in the...
See All 3 ProgramsFreepackers
Join a life-changing volunteer program in Namibia, where you'll p...
See All 4 ProgramsAmerican India Foundation
The Banyan Impact Fellowship (formerly AIF William J. Clinton Fel...
WeWhale
Are you interested in learning about whales and dolphins and obse...
RealStep
Embark on an exciting adventure in the Canary Islands with our en...
Teach Explore Asia (XploreAsia)
At Rescue P.A.W.S., volunteers are essential to our mission. As a...
WorldStrides
Lima, the capital of Peru, is located on the west coast of the Pa...
See All 3 ProgramsInstitute for Global Studies
Through World Internships, we offer flexible customized internshi...
See All 2 ProgramsAll Out Africa
Experience hands-on field research related to the conservation of...
ALIORE, Worldwide Workshops
Take part in the development of a green tourism project in the So...
Mahouts Elephant Foundation
Asian Elephant Behaviour and Community Driven Conservation in Tha...
ARCC Programs
Embark on a transformative 19-day service-learning program in Ecu...
See All 4 ProgramsCentro MundoLengua
Eager to give back to the community? Embark on a transformative j...
Fundación Aldeas De Paz - Peace Villages Foundation
In the Dominican Republic, countless animals urgently need rescue...
Doctors in Italy Fellowship Program
The Doctors in Italy Pre-Vet Fellowship Program is a unique exper...
Broadreach
Work alongside conservationists and researchers and dive with sha...
Greenheart Travel
Step into the rich tapestry of Costa Rican agriculture and rural ...
See All 3 ProgramsMondify
Jump into a hands-on adventure in veterinary medicine and animal ...
See All 3 ProgramsSpanish Institute for Global Education
Are you looking for hands-on work experience to help launch your ...
World Unite!
This program offers you a unique opportunity to contribute to ani...
See All 7 ProgramsWestcoast Connection
Embark on Southeast Asia with Westcoast Connection! Participate i...
The Great Projects
Operated by the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation, the Nyaru M...
See All 3 ProgramsGoBeyond Student Travel
Travel to Ecuador and explore the Galapagos Island with GoBeyond....
Global Work & Travel
Think of an animal cuter than a sloth. Hard, right? We agree! Her...
See All 5 ProgramsAbbey Road Programs
This exciting adventure will take our students to some of the bes...
Discover Corps
Help care for elephants at an elephant nursery, living the life o...
See All 3 ProgramsThe National Registration Center for Study Abroad
Improve Spanish fluency while volunteering in Buenos Aires, Argen...
Volunteer Quest India
Volunteer in this conservation program and contribute to the resc...
See All 6 ProgramsVolunteer Encounter
Our Horse Volunteering project is dedicated to the sustainable de...
See All 5 ProgramsOperation Wallacea
The South Africa projects are dotted around several different res...
See All 6 ProgramsDAKTARI Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
100% of your payment goes to this charity! This exceptional ex...
Oyster Worldwide
Help care for over 90 bears in Eastern Europe's largest bear sanc...
See All 17 ProgramsLoop Abroad
Our College Veterinary Service program is open to all applicants ...
See All 3 ProgramsUnited Planet
Peru is one of United Planet’s most popular volunteer destination...
See All 3 ProgramsVolunteers For Peace
Join us for the adventure of a lifetime! Volunteers For Peace (a ...
Good Hope Volunteers
Good Hope Volunteers offers numerous meaningful volunteer project...
Meiji Internships
South Korea has a unique culture and history that has already rea...
See All 10 ProgramsGreen Life Volunteers
Green Life Volunteers is a registered non-profit organization or ...
See All 2 ProgramsOutward Bound Costa Rica
We believe that the best things in life are personalized; so we’v...
See All 2 ProgramsNgala Wilderness
Volunteer in South Africa and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experien...
See All 2 ProgramsGIVE Volunteers - Growth International Volunteer Excursions
Embrace "pura vida" and travel across the country of Costa Rica. ...
Go Volunteer Africa
Travel to Tanzania and gain a stimulating and life-changing exper...
See All 2 ProgramsNatucate
Travel to magnificent Portugal, make an active contribution to en...
See All 12 ProgramsCabildo Verde
Join a 2-week volunteer program at our animal refuge, nestled in ...
Exchange do Bem
The Jaguar Project, located in Campina Grande do Sul (Brazil), ai...
Magister South Africa Programs for Students and Volunteers
You don’t have to break the bank to learn a new language, explore...
See All 2 ProgramsLimbe Wildlife Centre
Join us for an unforgettable adventure at the Limbe Wildlife Cent...
Second Chance Dog Shelter
This is our most popular program. It's a two or four-week course ...
The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary
Located in the stunning Dolphin Coast area of KwaZulu-Natal provi...
International Primate Rescue - South Africa
If you are passionate about animals, especially monkeys, and want...
Pupu Rangi Nature Sanctuary
Contribute to conservation efforts in New Zealand. Volunteers wil...
DMAD - Marine Mammals Research Association
Intern or volunteer in the Montenegro Dolphin Research (MDR), con...
Global Citizen Adventure Corps
Costa Ricans greet and encourage each other with Pura Vida – a ph...
See All 3 ProgramsKindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary
Kindred Spirit is looking for volunteers to come out and help its...
Namibia Wildlife Protection
Become a Wildlife Volunteer Ranger and help us effectively reach ...
Do you love animals and want to help rescued street dogs or cats?...
A Broader View Volunteers Corp
Volunteer in Costa Rica with A Broader View Volunteers, a highly ...
See All 2 ProgramsImpacTrip
Barcelona's laws protect all abandoned animals, making local shel...
See All 7 ProgramsVolunteering Journeys
Sea turtle and marine conservation volunteer abroad projects are ...
See All 5 ProgramsWild Bhiza
Wild Bhiza offers more than just horseback riding. We provide the...
WorkingAbroad Projects
Join this project as a marine conservation volunteer and help wit...
See All 10 ProgramsNEXSTEP (Next Step Connections)
Bali, an Indonesian paradise, is one of the most popular travel d...
Global Works
Experience the remarkable beauty and vibrant culture of Ecuador d...
Sea Turtle Conservancy
Embark on an exciting journey that combines travel and conservati...
African Biodiversity Research Expeditions
The reptile and amphibian diversity of the Sterkspruit Nature Res...
See All 4 ProgramsBronx Familia Animal Shelter
We are Bronx Familia Animal Shelter, located on the beautiful isl...
Amazon Shelter
As a volunteer at Amazon Shelter, you’ll be immersed in every par...
Korea GapYear 한국갭이어 KGY
Support rescued animals and experience Korean culture up close th...
Mikoko Development Foundation
Join MDF in shaping the next generation of climate leaders throug...
Amaico Travels
Join us on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Mongolia’s ...
Msafiri Tours
Volunteer in Uganda – Make a Real Difference Join Msafiri Tours ...
La Isla De Los Monos
La Isla de los Monos is a sanctuary and rescue center located 30 ...
Operation Paws for Homes
Join Operation Paws for Homes (OPH) to make a significant impact ...
Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation
Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation (SKSFF) in Hong Kong offers a g...
Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Join the RSPCA Charity Shop Volunteer Program and support animal ...
Fundacion Antonio Haghenbeck
Support animal welfare remotely with the Antonio Haghenbeck y de ...
Paws With A Cause
Join Paws With A Cause as a group volunteer to support their miss...
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation engages communities and ...
Vietnam Cat Welfare
Volunteering at Jack's Cat Cafe in Hoi An, Vietnam, provides a un...
Marine Life Studies
Join Marine Life Studies (MLS) to support marine wildlife researc...
Animal Aid
Animal Aid offers a fantastic opportunity to volunteer in India, ...
Peninsula Animal Aid
Peninsula Animal Aid, located in Redcliffe, Queensland, offers a ...
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Become an ASPCA Advocacy Volunteer to help improve laws for anima...
The Bat Conservation Trust
The Bat Conservation Trust invites you to join our dedicated team...
Mayhew
Join the Mayhew Volunteer Program and support animal welfare thro...
Best Friends Animal Society
Experience a rewarding and team-building volunteer opportunity at...
RAK Animal Welfare Centre
RAK AWC invites volunteers to support the welfare of animals in R...
National Marine Life Center
Join the National Marine Life Center (NMLC) to support the rehabi...
Support Dogs
Support Dogs, a national charity, provides specialist assistance ...
Humane Society of the United States
Join the Humane Society of the United States as a Humane Policy V...
Tropical Research and Conservation Centre
Join TRACC as a volunteer to support marine conservation and rest...
The Dogs Trust
At Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, we offer a d...
The Grey Muzzle Organization
Join The Grey Muzzle Organization in their mission to support sen...
Hawai'i Marine Animal Response
Join the Hawai'i Marine Animal Response (HMAR) team to protect an...
Wags & Walks
Join Wags and Walks in their mission to rescue and rehome dogs in...
Animal Welfare Conservation Society
Join the Animal Warriors Conservation Society (AWCS) in their mis...
Colitas Con Canas
Colitas Con Canas, located in Ahunamarca above Urubamba in Peru's...
Sarvoham
Join Sarvoham Animal Foundation in their mission to rescue and re...
National Animal Welfare Trust
Join the National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) Volunteer Program a...
Save-A-Dog Scheme
Save-A-Dog invites you to be part of their dedicated team working...
RSPCA
At RSPCA Victoria, volunteers are essential to our mission of adv...
The Aspinall Foundation
Support wildlife conservation efforts at The Aspinall Foundation ...
Jerry Green Dog Rescue
Join Jerry Green Dog Rescue in their mission to rehome dogs and p...
The Animal Foundation
The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas offers a variety of rewarding ...
ACRES: Animal Concerns Research and Education Society
ACRES offers a range of volunteer opportunities designed to prote...
Auroville International
Join Auroville's vibrant community as an Assistant for Daytime Ac...
Barbs Dog Rescue
Barb's Dog Rescue, located in Rocky Point, Mexico, is a sanctuary...
Volunteer with Animals in Peru
Looking for a volunteer adventure that combines animal care with ...
Wildlife Sense
Join the effort to protect sea turtles in Costa Rica with Wildlif...
WorkingAbroad
Volunteer at an ethical wolf sanctuary in Portugal and support th...
Animal Assisted Happiness
Animal Assisted Happiness (AAH) operates entirely with the help o...
ANIMAL SHELTER AGONDA
Animal Shelter Agonda (ASA) invites volunteers to join its missio...
STRAW India
Join STRAW India in their mission to promote animal welfare and h...
Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge Society
Spend meaningful time at Sippy Creek Wildlife Sanctuary in Austra...
Free the Bears
Volunteering at our Cat Tien Bear Sanctuary in Vietnam offers a r...
The Bond Between
Help make a difference in the lives of rescue animals with The Bo...
Sea Rescue
Join Fremantle Sea Rescue (FSR) to play an essential role in mari...
Harbourough Woodland
Join the Harborough Woodland Volunteer Program to help enhance an...
Animal Welfare League
Animal Welfare League of South Australia Inc (AWL) offers a uniqu...
Woodgreen Pets Charity
Volunteering in Woodgreen's charity shops is a fantastic way to c...
British Trust for Ornithology
Join the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) Volunteer Program an...
Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary
Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary in the UK offers a chance to help ab...
Dogs Refuge Home
Make a meaningful impact by volunteering at the Dogs' Refuge Home...
World Animal Protection Thailand
Join World Animal Protection Thailand in their mission to protect...
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Join Guide Dogs for the Blind as a volunteer puppy raiser and pla...
Guide Dogs
Join the Guide Dogs WA Volunteer Program and make a difference in...
PAWS
Join the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) Volunteer Progr...
Animotel Care Trust
Animotel Care Trust invites compassionate individuals to join the...
Hope For Strays Foundation
Join Hope for Strays in Thailand and make a meaningful difference...
Animal Nepal
Animal Nepal offers an opportunity for individuals who are passio...
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation provides an excellent oppor...
Second Change Animal Rescue
Volunteering at Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR) in Craigieburn...
Pets for Vets
Join Pets for Vets in their mission to support veterans and rescu...
Ngong Hills Volunteers
Make a difference in the lives of rescued animals while exploring...
Globe Aware
Volunteers will spend the week supporting scientists and research...
See All 3 ProgramsInter-Cultural Youth Exchange (ICYE UK)
Volunteering with ICYE UK is a transformational experience with r...
TSAP Travel
TSAP Travel is a youth-led social enterprise offering immersive t...
Volungo Abroad
Catch Waves and Protect Ecuador’s Coastline Combine your love fo...
See All 2 ProgramsTurtle Foundation
Join our volunteer program dedicated to sea turtle conservation a...
Friends For Asia
Volunteer at an Elephant Camp in Thailand. You will work in a cam...
See All 2 ProgramsCortijo La Herradura
Cortijo la Herradura is a Ranch located in Uruguay, South America...
New Zealand Internships
The New Zealand Internships Volunteer program is especially creat...
Do Guatemala
Volunteer in Quetzaltenango – Help Out, Stand Out Ready to do s...
See All 3 ProgramsVolunteer Safari Initiative
The Turtle Conservation Volunteer Program in Watamu offers a uniq...
See All 2 ProgramsELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs
ELEP is an experiential learning and training programs provider s...
See All 20 ProgramsLilongwe Wildlife Centre
Join us in Malawi, where you'll support our industry-leading wild...
See All 2 ProgramsDe Adelaar Ranch
Do you have a passion for horses and a desire to experience a new...
Earthwatch Institute
Join Earthwatch's Amazon Riverboat Exploration and experience the...
Ceiba Foundation for Tropical Conservation
The Ceiba Foundation offers a variety of internships in conservat...
Inotawa
Inotawa Expeditions invites passionate, nature-minded individuals...
Rosemary Omuony Foundation
Volunteer in this project and discover over 100 bird species, gre...
Animal Experience International
Be a helping hand for the wildlife conservation in Western Austra...
See All 2 ProgramsKawsay Center Peru
Kawsay is a biological station located in the Peruvian Amazon, cl...
Eatl Tour Company
Eatl Tour offers a Volunteer package to all people around the wor...
Bambelela Horse Safaris
Join us for a unique volunteer experience where you'll work with ...
Nature Travel Namibia
This hands-on program is designed for students seeking deeper ins...
African Conservation Foundation
Help save gorillas and chimpanzees from extinction in a conservat...
WorkCamp Africa Volunteers
Volunteers and interns work with local communities to provide vet...
Hutsadin Elephant Foundation
Volunteer in an ethical elephant program in Thailand with the Hut...
Wild Futures
Volunteer with us at The Monkey Sanctuary in Cornwall, UK. We're ...
Wild Rescue Nature Reserve
Immerse yourself in natural surroundings in this volunteer progra...
LIDOSK
Since 2020, we have been organizing the Caretta Caretta Monitorin...
Apano Meria
Our Social Cooperative Enterprise (SCE) focuses on creating tangi...
Laos Conservation Trust for Wildlife
Do you dream of working directly with some of the world's most en...
INLEXCA
Costa Rica is famous for its rich biodiversity. Many people from ...
See All 2 ProgramsMillance Volunteer Hosting
Join our volunteer programs for a meaningful opportunity to creat...
Simabo Animal Association
We rely on volunteers from around the world to support our work i...
Wanderers Club Inc.
Venture into a journey of a lifetime that combines adventure with...
Sahumane
The San Antonio Humane Society (SAHS) in Texas is dedicated to im...
WWF- Vietnam
WWF-Vietnam offers a unique volunteer program for individuals pas...
ADVIT Moldova
ADVIT is happy to announce that applications for our 2024/2025 mi...
WECare Worldwide
WECare Worldwide invites passionate, energetic volunteers to join...
A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Animal Welfare
Prepare to Volunteer Abroad
Understand the Benefits
Volunteering in animal welfare offers a range of rewarding experiences and professional advantages:
- Diverse projects: From conservation to animal rehabilitation, volunteers can engage in a variety of impactful activities, such as feeding, treating, and preparing animals for life in the wild.
- Career skills: Gain hands-on skills in animal care, useful if you’re pursuing a career in veterinary science or conservation.
- Humanitarian impact: Your work supports not only animals but also the local environment and communities that share their habitat.
Things to Know
Here are a few key considerations to prepare for your volunteer experience abroad:
- Program intensity: Some programs are physically and emotionally demanding; dedication is essential.
- Safety protocols: Animals can be unpredictable, so always follow safety guidelines.
- Visa requirements: Check with your host country’s embassy to ensure you meet all visa and entry requirements.
- Language skills: Knowing basic phrases in the local language helps create connections with locals and shows respect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Volunteering in animal welfare benefits not only the animals in immediate need but also the natural habitat in which they live and the people who share this environment—a fantastic way to gain useful skills, while doing something good for the world.
Volunteers help with projects like hands-on veterinary care, habitat rehabilitation and conservation, and animal rights advocacy. You may collaborate with NGOs or look for organizations that offer volunteer programs for animal welfare.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, and minors may be required to provide documents of parental permission. However, some volunteer programs for animal welfare are open to all ages, depending on the type of work required in the field.
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