2 independent reviews for Borneo wildlife volunteer project
Reviews for Borneo wildlife volunteer project
Atsuko Otsuka review 8 Jul 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
It's hard to choose one as there are so many. But perhaps the most exciting part for me was working on forest restoration. It was so gratifying and therapeutic.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Bring a camera with a long lens and a good pair of binoculars as you have plenty of opportunity to enjoy watching amazing wildlife.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. This project was very well designed to achieve these goals.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It was fantastic. One of the best holidays I've had.Cathy Dowdle review 12 Apr 2017
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
All of it!! Seeing orang-utans in wild and incredible opportunity to see many other animals and birds so close with expert guide. Teamwork sense of achievement in conservation work.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Pack a plentiful first aid kit - needed lots of plasters for blisters on work site. Antihistamines and mosquito repellant clothing good idea. Ensure good level of fitness.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Definitely, very integrated with local community eating meals at locals' houses - reciprocal benefit. Our expert guide believed that the project would in real terms support conservation4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Fantastic opportunity. Beautiful location, adequate facilities. Emphasis always on our health and safety. I am inspired to do more volunteering of similar nature.Holiday Reviews
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