Overview
Volunteer in New Zealand and help to preserve the native forest and kiwi birds of the Kauri Coast. Explore an undiscovered forest while learning about conservation and wilderness skills.
Testimonial
The Nature Sanctuary is a very special place, that attracts like-minded people from all corners of the world. Volunteering at the Sanctuary was a perfect post-university trip for me, and opened my eyes to alternative ways of living, the importance of conservation, and the beauty of New Zealand.
Laura McClintock, Canada
Video
Click to watch a video showing the conservation activities at the nature sanctuary.
Highlights
Volunteering at the sanctuary provides an opportunity for reconnecting with our natural surroundings. Away from the distractions of modern life, we learn to observe and listen to the forest, hear the songs of birds, or notice the gradual movement of stars along the night sky.
Location
The project is located in the Northland region of New Zealand, amongst the Native Kauri forests. Northland’s many nature reserves shelter the most spectacular remnants of the ancient kauri forests that once blanketed the top of the country. The remaining giant trees are an awe-inspiring sight and one of the nation’s treasures.
Free Time
There are many activities arranged during your free time, including night safaris looking for wild kiwi birds, walking deep in the forest to visit the glowworms that live near the waterfalls, heading to the lakes or beach for some swimming, or visiting the amazing 2000 year old Tane Mahuta, the oldest and biggest tree in New Zealand.
