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Animal Welfare Volunteer Programs Abroad

Anyone who has a soft spot for any creature will find their calling in animal welfare. Volunteering for animal welfare covers a whole host of areas, from hands-on care and rehabilitation to environmental research and conservation. Whether you’re keen to get up close with animals in need or are content knowing that your voluntary work is helping to keep them wild and free, animal welfare volunteer projects abroad are sure to be fulfilling.
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663 Animal Welfare Volunteer Programs

Monkey Rehabilitation

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9.2393 reviews

African Impact

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Volunteer Abroad in South Africa with African Impact

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

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9.7777 reviews

GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

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Top Animal Welfare Volunteer Programs & Internships Abroad

GoEco offers more than 60 wildlife and animal conservation volunt...

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9.55787 reviews

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...

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Kaya Responsible Travel

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African Marine and Wildlife Volunteer Adventure Tour

If you can’t decide on a travel itinerary when visiting Africa, j...

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Save Africa’s Iconic Wildlife at Moholoholo
9.835 reviews

African Conservation Experience

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Save Africa’s Iconic Wildlife at Moholoholo

Save animals' lives at one of Africa's largest and longest-servin...

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9.48466 reviews

MAXIMO NIVEL

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Top-Rated Volunteer Abroad Programs in Latin America

Maximo Nivel is a locally based organization in Costa Rica, Guate...

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9.4351 reviews

The Intern Group

Internships & Volunteer Programs in London

The Intern Group provides you with top internships in London! Par...

93 reviews

Impact Gap Year

South Africa, France and Thailand Gap Year Exploration

Explore the dream destinations of South Africa, France, and Thail...

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9.7970 reviews

Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI)

Giant Tortoise Breeding Center Volunteer in Galapagos

Volunteer at the Galápagos National Park and get the chance to as...

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91 reviews

Raleigh International

Volunteer in South Africa - Expeditions With Purpose

A Raleigh South Africa Expedition is your chance for Adventure. I...

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9.7524 reviews

Instituto Hemingway

Volunteer Programs in Spain

The volunteer program at Instituto Hemingway is a unique opportun...

9.25 reviews

Roots Interns

Wildlife Research Internship in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Be part of a conservation team in Zimbabwe during this exciting w...

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102 reviews

African Horse Safaris

Moolmanshoek Wildlife Working Holiday

Experience the excitement of life in the African Bush at Moolmans...

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9.3523 reviews

Gapforce

Southeast Asia Explorer with Gapforce

Combine adventure travel and volunteering in this awesome 8-week ...

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Encounter My Way

Turtle Conservation in Osa

Join us in Osa, Costa Rica, for an unforgettable volunteer experi...

9.5531 reviews

Pacific Discovery

Thailand, Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia Gap Semester

Explore Southeast Asia on a 10-week journey through Thailand, Lao...

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104 reviews

Sibuya Wilderness Experience

Nature and Coastal Wilderness Conservation in Sibuya

The Sibuya Wilderness Experience welcomes participants from all w...

102 reviews

Volunteer International Adventures

Veterinary Medicine Skills Experience in South Africa

If you’re interested in veterinary medicine and animal welfare, w...

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Penda Photo Tours

Wildlife Photography & Conservation Program, Victoria Falls

Stay on a wildlife sanctuary and reserve situated on the border b...

9.425 reviews

Buffelsdrift Game Lodge

#1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa

We believe that everyone can contribute to conservation efforts, ...

A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Animal Welfare

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Australia and African countries are among the best places to volunteer for animal welfare abroad. They are not only home to some of the most fascinating and diverse wildlife in the world, but also to endangered species and animals in need of care.

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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Michael went ABOVE & BEYOND

September 16, 2025by: Cathy Doan - United StatesProgram: Top-Rated Volunteer Abroad Programs in Latin America
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Great experience! Michael was amazing! I have been an many trips and Michael is one of the best. He took care of us in so many ways and went WAY ABOVE AND BEYOND!!!! Very available, friendly, helpful. From helping with lost luggage to area recommendations to help in clinic he was the best. The medical clinic was more successful with him. The rest of the staff was also exemplary and helpful.

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