Question 1

What is included in the eco volunteer stay?

Accepted Answer

3 meals a day, lodging on site, team feeling, trips to get food to surrounding towns and/or Paramaribo, training in how to, depending on the assigned and needed job of the moment, and your preferences.

Question 2

Do I need prior experience?

Accepted Answer

Experience is always nice, but it is not a must. If you are looking to gain experience, you are more than welcome!

Question 3

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Check out our booking page. The longer you stay the cheaper it gets!

Question 4

What will you be doing ?

Accepted Answer

Your tasks will vary and might include cleaning enclosures, feeding, grooming, and providing round-the-clock care for juvenile or injured animals, as well as assisting with veterinary check-ups or outcalls to pick-up found or confiscated animals.

Beyond animal care, you can also help maintain our permaculture-based tropical food forest, where the lush, abundant environment offers plenty of opportunities to develop your skills in agriculture and gardening.

Other activities include maintaining the terrain, assisting with construction projects, cooking, and general camp maintenance.

For those who want to explore more, there are night excursions to spot wildlife, where you might encounter a fascinating variety of frogs,  a variety of mammals, reptiles, bats, birds, and insects.

You can also engage with Matthijs in his wildlife photography work, aimed at documenting the diverse animal species of Suriname.

You’ll be working around 5 hours a day, five days a week, with two days off to relax, explore, or continue discovering the wonders of Suriname.

Question 5

Requirements

Accepted Answer

We’re looking for passionate individuals who share our love for wildlife and/or gardening. Ideal candidates should be comfortable with physical tasks and adaptable to the tropical rainforest climate of Suriname.

We speak Dutch, English, German, French and Spanish.

Having up-to-date tetanus vaccinations is required for your own safety.

Question 6

Do i have time off?

Accepted Answer

Offcourse !

You work aprox. 5 hours a day. With 2 days off every week.
We take trips to shops/markets several times a week.
The Suriname river can be found relatively close by and we have all the contacts in case you want to make a tour to Brownsberg, Seliba, Waterfall Rock climbing,Dolphin tours, Peperpot or any other idea you might have we can help you.

The multicultural capital city of Paramaribo is a  30 minute  drive away.

Question 7

Where do I sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep in our hammock camp for the full immersion experience, be woken by the monkeys, fall asleep by the cicades and the tree frogs.

Or in our beautiful newly build  volunteer rooms which we are currently constructing and should be finished in February 2026..

Question 8

What is included?

Accepted Answer

We offer on-site accommodation, complete with WiFi, to ensure you stay connected.

Upon arrival, we can arrange your airport transfer (paid service)  so your journey is smooth and stress-free.

During your stay, you’ll enjoy three meals a day. If you have any specific dietary needs, just let us know in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

We’re here to help with any questions or concerns you might have, ensuring you have everything you need for a rewarding and enjoyable experience.

Question 9

What is not included?

Accepted Answer

- Flights

- Visas (if required)

- Travel health insurance

- Personal expenses

- Airport transfer (can be arranged for a fee)

Question 10

Dates

Accepted Answer

Check out our booking page for available dates and prices. We have place for up to 8 people at the time and provide stays from 1 week to 6 months.

Other arrival dates, lengths etc can be discussed, sent us a message

Question 11

Fees

Accepted Answer

For detailed pricing, head over to our booking page. We offer flexible rates that make longer stays more affordable, so you can truly immerse yourself in the experience without breaking the bank.

Eco-volunteering with us is more than just a trip—it's a chance to explore a new way of life, connect with nature, and contribute to meaningful conservation efforts and gain valuable experience with these animals and/or plants.
With our competitive pricing, it's an accessible way to have an unforgettable adventure in the Surinamese rainforest.

Become An Eco Volunteer

Join us in protecting Suriname’s wildlife...

Why Volunteer

Join us at Suriname Wildlife Sanctuary to;

Contribute to Wildlife Conservation

Support sustainable eco-tourism

Build Natural Habitats

Volunteer Programs

Community Education

Research & Monitoring

Build Natural Habitats

Wildlife Care

What you will Experience

Relaxation and Volunteering at the Sanctuary

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Pick a date

Sent us a mail

Pack your Gear

Start your Journey

How To Become A Volunteer