Volunteering Program
Gain invaluable experience, connect with nature, and build a new future.
The Ibu Bumi Orangutan organisation has the mission of protecting the rainforest through sustainable economic development, education and wildlife protection programs. To achieve our goals, we have several projects on the ground in collaboration with a range of local partners, each with a different mission.
We offer the opportunity to learn from experts in the field, share knowledge, engage with the natural beauty of Indonesia, and develop a range of valuable skills.
This type of volunteering is aimed at people of all ages and families who are 100% able to adapt to work and life in the field.
All the places that we offer to volunteers have rules in respect of the local culture (muslim)
Wildlife corridor in Gunung Leuser National Park
We are building a safe space for wildlife, working with the local community to avoid conflicts.
The site where we work is an enclave on the middle of Gunung Leuser National Park at Bahorok.
This agroforestry and research program is essential for the conservation of endangered species such as the Sumatran elephants and tigers that live in that area.
Volunteer activities include:
Monitoring wildlife
Agroforestry activities
Livelihood development projects
€1000 for 15 days: includes pick up and drop off at the airport, transport to the location by off-road motorbike, food, camping accommodation, activities, guide, local team and program founder.
Visa and personal items are not included
Looking for an internship as part of your studies?
There are possibilities for students who have completed their studies and need an internship to do it with us or those looking for opportunities to gain field experience for their masters thesis.
South Sumatra: Pulau Bangka Rescue Centre Program
Ibu bumi Orangutan NGO in partnership with Alobi foundation have created a volunteers program to support the rescue center in Bangkat island. In addition to a range of engaging activities, volunteers have the opportunity to visit some very interesting places and animal observation activities in their natural habitat.
Volunteer activities include:
Rescue from illegal market
Animal care, feeding and release
Zookeeper
Veterinary assistance
And much more
€900 for a 1 month stay - included room, food and activities.
Visa and personal items are not included
My daughter and I spent 7 fabulous, peaceful days arranged by Malaysia Wildlife staying at Batu Katak in the sumatran rainforest. The lodge accommodation was comfortable and the setting spectacular.Everyone was super friendly and helpful especially the forest guides who looked after us really well.The highlight of our stay was seeing a family of wild orangutans during one of our forest treks, definitely with the heat, humidity and the effort!
We can't recommend the experience highly enough, truly unforgettable .
Jenny and Molly
“If what you are looking for is wild nature, I totally recommend it.”
— Barbara, Sumatra Trekking guest
