Take part in the care of the animals and the maintenance of the refuge in northern Australia (Queensland), after having followed English lessons for a month. Use your language skills and contribute to the animal protection of the region within this refuge. You will be constantly supervised and supervised by a team of professionals on site, who will share their experiences, knowledge and know-how with you. You will also have the opportunity to discover a new culture and new landscapes during your free time, from the first month of English lessons.
Take part in a gap year in English which will take place following 4 weeks of English lessons, in an animal park located in Port Douglas, 45 minutes from Cairns. This reserve gives you the opportunity to experience the natural wonders of Queensland where the Great Barrier Reef meets the rainforests.
The team of animal caretakers and professionals will be there to help you in your missions!
You will have to deal with the famous mammals of Australia such as Koalas, Kangaroos or Wallabies. The park also hosts different birds, reptiles and fish that you can discover during your volunteer program. Support our organization in the preservation of these animal species for which the country is famous.
Like all of our programs for a gap year in English with animals , this project in Australia allows you to benefit from a professionalizing experience while having a positive and lasting impact on the ecosystems of the region.
Interns will be directly involved in the daily care of mammals and birds. Each animal, especially animals from recent rescues, needs special treatment, diet, and sometimes medical attention upon arrival at the shelter.
Note : This project can be physical in terms of day-to-day tasks. Working hours (variable): 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with 2 breaks of 30 minutes. From Monday to Friday.
– Preparation of meals for animals
– Cleaning and maintenance of animal enclosures
– Collection and distribution of leaves for Koala
– Setting up exhibitions and presentations for visitors
– Identify and collect native plants
– Assist in the care of injured and orphaned animals
– Bring ideas to improve the living conditions of animals
– Construction and maintenance of nests and feeders
– Collection and sorting of data on threats to the preservation of species
The student internship program, often over the long term, allows you to do your internship on 2 sites: the main site in Port Douglas and a center for the protection of endemic fauna and flora of 40 hectares 30 minutes north of Cairns. The teams are also made up of specialists, environmentalists and animal caretakers to supervise the trainees throughout the year.
Like all of our programs for a gap year in English with animals , this project in Australia allows you to benefit from a professionalizing experience while having a positive and lasting impact on the ecosystems of the region.
Interns will be directly involved in the daily care of mammals and birds. Each animal, especially animals from recent rescues, needs special treatment, diet, and sometimes medical attention upon arrival at the shelter.
Note : This project can be physical in terms of day-to-day tasks. Working hours (variable): 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with 2 breaks of 30 minutes. From Monday to Friday.
- Preparation of meals for animals
- Cleaning and maintenance of animal enclosures
- Collection and distribution of leaves for Koala
- Setting up exhibitions and presentations for visitors
- Identify and collect native plants
- Assist in the care of injured and orphaned animals
- Bring ideas to improve the living conditions of animals
- Construction and maintenance of nests and feeders
- Collection and sorting of data on threats to the preservation of species
The student internship program, often over the long term, allows you to do your internship on 2 sites: the main site in Port Douglas and a center for the protection of endemic fauna and flora of 40 hectares 30 minutes north of Cairns. The teams are also made up of specialists, environmentalists and animal caretakers to supervise the trainees throughout the year.
The organization we work with in Australia is an NGO founded and is run by volunteers who are passionate about nature and animals.
Alongside recognized organizations and professionals in the field, it is committed to the preservation of the environment and animal protection, but also to local communities.
In Australia, our NGO partners and animal shelters are private initiatives, they do not receive any government support and rely solely on private funding to purchase the necessary food, medicine and equipment for the animals. Without financial contribution and donations, animal shelters and care centers could not exist.
Alongside recognized organizations and professionals in the field, it is committed to the preservation of the environment and animal protection, but also to local communities.
In Australia, our NGO partners and animal shelters are private initiatives, they do not receive any government support and rely solely on private funding to purchase the necessary food, medicine and equipment for the animals. Without financial contribution and donations, animal shelters and care centers could not exist.
This program is available for up to 24 weeks, Please contact us for rates and availability.
Duration in weeks | Registration fees |
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6 weeks | 4840 € |
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8 weeks | 5640 € |
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10 weeks | 6440 € |
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12 weeks | 7240 € |
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Duration | Fees to be paid upon registration |
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6 Weeks | 4840€ |
8 Weeks | 5640€ |
10 Weeks | 6440€ |
12 Weeks | 7240€ |
Housing is allocated by local NGOs, not by Freepackers - the descriptions are there to give you an idea of the type of accommodation, as it is very likely that conditions will vary on site depending on the number of volunteers, weather conditions, availability, etc. Each volunteer will be accommodated according to the stated conditions, but it is possible that the accommodation may not match the description or images shown on this site word for word, for example, in the case of annexed housing, renovations, relocations, etc.
Included during the 4-week English course: homestay with half board.
Included in the animal center: 1 night in a youth hostel in Cairns on the day of your arrival and 2 nights after your mission. In Port Douglas, the volunteers stay in a youth hostel about 10 minutes by car from the project. Daily transport is included.
Volunteers sleep in mixed dormitories (possibility of upgrading to a single room). The accommodations have comfortable, air-conditioned bedrooms, a kitchen and modern amenities.
Airport transfers between Cairns and accommodation are not included. Participants can order a private transfer via the Uber app or choose one of the following options:
https://cairnsairportshuttle.com.au/about-us/
https://cairnstaxis.com.au/
https://www.cairnsairport.com.au/travelling/parking-and-transport/transport-options/
Included during the 4-week English course: breakfasts and dinners.
Included at the wildlife center: lunches at the center. Breakfast and dinner are self-catering or can be ordered at the hostel.
You will need to bring:
- Closed work shoes
- Sunscreen and mosquito repellent during the wet season
- Shorts or pants for your daily work (beige, khaki or brown)
- Kway or light anorak during the rainy season
All applications are made online directly through the Australian Government Immigration Service website.
For any international project, Real-step requires the purchase of travel insurance including coverage in case of accident, illness, repatriation and civil liability.
Note that liability insurance is included in the insurance policies of our partner Chapka Cap Student, and Cap Working Holiday because it is mandatory for internships and studies abroad. If you buy your Cap Student or Cap Working Holiday insurance online with our partner Chapka, you get 5% immediate discount by clicking on one of the 2 links above!
If you subscribe to another travel insurance, we will ask you to send us a certificate in English.
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