​Responsible Wildlife Travellers

Travelling?

Here's what you can do to be a responsible wildlife traveller:

 

• Question whether these organisations have animals that are behaving as they normally would in the wild.

 

• Take the time to research wildlife activities before you book them - what do you want out of the experience and what impact will it have on the animal?

 

• Read reviews and comments written by other travellers to gauge its authenticity - seek out qualified, professional opinions (ie; veterinarians, vet nurses, wildlife experts, etc).

 

 

                                           DON'T FORGET!

 

• Sanctuaries that prove they are working on habitat rehabilitation and releasing animals often have the right ethical motives.

 

• A hands on approach is sometimes detrimental to the health of wildlife, and can be linked with illegal wildlife trade, species endangerment and a life time of suffering.

 

• Donate to reputable organisations that support the rescue, rehabilitation and conservation of wildlife. For a list of reputable organisations and charities, and information  on wildlife tourism, please visit:

 

1. www.wildvolunteer.com - a site that promotes ethical wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centres all accross the globe.

2. www.animalsasia.org - an organisation that fights against bear bile farming and the treatment of animals in zoos.

3. www.savetheelephants.org  - a great site if interested in volunteering / visiting with elephants up close and personal!

4. www.gibbonproject.org - this rehab centre aims to rescue gibbons from the illegal pet trade with the goal of releasing.

5. www.elephant.org.au - if you are wanting to assist with elephant conservation and habitat restoration, visit this site!

6. www.orangutan.org.au - this site is great if you want to volunteer with orangutan conservation and preventing habitat loss.

7. www.mygreenworld.org - visit here to contribute to animal welfare, environments and ecosystems around the world.

8. www.cee4life.org - this site is great if your keen on helping with the tigers caught up in the wildlife tourist trade.

 

 

    If you are wanting to visit any of these organisations, an ethical and trusted travel company is World Expeditions, please go to their

   link below:        

                     

     www.worldexpeditions.com

 

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