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This project isa volunteer program caring for elephants in Jaipur, India's romantic Pink CityDon't miss the chance to pet, cuddle, and connect with these beautiful elephants up close! By spending time with the elephants,you will experience a special happiness you can't feel in everyday lifeYou will be able to.
Elephants areone of the largest animals living on Earth.They are not animals you can easily encounter in daily life, so most people's memories of elephants are probably just watching them from a distance at the zoo.
An opportunity to meet elephants up close like never before!Feed them, help with their baths, and interact with the elephants directly. Elephants that know how to live with humans are affectionate and gentle, responding to volunteers' touch. Place your hand on an elephant and feel its warmth. It will become a lifelong cherished memory.
Living in modern society often brings wounds from many different relationships. If old wounds are making you struggle,consider taking time away from human relationships to fully recover yourselfHow about taking that time?
Being alongside the elephants who live each day in the nature of Jaipur, India allows you to experience something special. Elephants are sensitive and intelligent creatures; they return trust for trust and love for love. Because they don't communicate with words, you can find solace that touches you more directly. Through the elephants' comfort,heal your wounds and restore yourselfif you do, you'll gain the courage to return to everyday life once again.
Jaipur's elephant village,is working to provide an ethical environment for the elephantsThey provide comfortable shelters, limit the number of elephant tours and the number of riders per tour, and strive for coexistence. It would be great if elephant tours around the world prioritized elephants like Jaipur's elephant village does, but that is not always the reality.
Through this project,an opportunity to rethink human-elephant coexistenceTake that opportunity. Simply thinking about what you can do to bring about positive change can be the start. Please join us in the process of making a better world!
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A word from the planner Q. Why are elephant tours problematic? During the process of taming elephants, abuse continues, and because elephants are not structurally suited to carrying people, many suffer various health problems, including spinal disorders. Many environmental organizations are rescuing elephants used in tours, but much more effort is still needed. The elephant shelter in Jaipur is government-run and prioritizes the protection of elephants. It offers elephant care programs for tourists to raise awareness about the ethical coexistence of humans and elephants. Please join us in paying attention so that more elephants can live in safe and comfortable environments. |
2.8 Week
Based on past participants’ experiences, we’ve organized the common themes of learning, reflection, and growth by time period.
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This project isan elephant shelter in Jaipur, Indiais a volunteer program that assists elephants and mahouts (elephant caretakers). Participants will, at a shelter housing about 50 elephants,provide necessary assistance such as feeding, bathing, and cleaning enclosuresThey will be doing.
| Main activities | Bathing elephants |
| Feeding elephants sugarcane | |
| Cleaning elephant enclosures | |
| Various other on-site tasks as needed |
* The above activities are examples for reference. More specific details will be provided locally.
Additional information
| Saturday | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| Arrival | Orientation | Site visit | Volunteering | |||
* The above schedule is an example for reference. You may receive a more detailed schedule locally.
Additional cultural activities
Optional additional cultural activitiesare available! Make your gap year more enjoyable with various activities unique to Jaipur! ▶ Additional selections available above.
(Yoga workshop, Hindi workshop, henna workshop, traditional Indian clothing experience, Indian traditional food cooking workshop, visiting local temples to learn about Hinduism)
* Jaipur city tours and sightseeing (entrance tickets included) can also be booked individually.
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English proficiency required ★☆☆☆☆
Physical fitness requirement2 out of 5
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* More participant reviews can be found at the bottom of the project "Participant Reviews" are available there.
Detailed support information
Accommodation and meals
Project activities
■ Care Services
■ 인증서 및 추천서
* 현지기관 인증서 및 추천서 발급은 프로젝트 종료 후 참가자의 요청에 의해 발급됩니다. 또한 현지기관 인증서 및 추천서는 현지기관에 양식에 따라 형식이나 발급상황이 달라질 수 있습니다.
* 인증서 및 추천서는 프로젝트를 제대로 수행한 후, 후기 제출 시 발급됩니다.
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Established by the state government in 2010, this is an elephant sanctuary. It was founded to provide a comfortable living environment for elephants and consists of shelters where they can rest, natural green spaces where they can graze, and a large pond where they can bathe to their heart’s content. The sanctuary pursues ethical coexistence between humans and elephants and aspires to develop toward a better future.
A word from the local organization's representative
Please join us on this beautiful journey! You can become part of a mahout family that has cared for elephants for decades and help take care of the elephants. Time spent with these large, graceful animals will remain an unforgettable memory.
| 4-person room (separated by gender) / meals provided / bedding / Wi‑Fi / shared kitchen, washing machine / air conditioning in accommodation / 24-hour security |
Participants will live with volunteers of various nationalities in volunteer accommodation managed and operated by a local organization. The volunteer accommodation is apartment-style and can house up to 60 volunteers; typically an average of 2 people and up to 4 people share a room. Each room has air conditioning, a toilet, and a shower, and hot and cold water are well supplied.
There is a lounge with state-of-the-art facilities where volunteers can socialize, allowing you to relax comfortably or enjoy leisure time together after the day’s work.
During the project, local and Western-style breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are provided. The accommodation is equipped with kitchen facilities, including a refrigerator, and a washing machine.
Region:India, Jaipur
Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, located in northern India. In the mid-19th century, the entire city was painted pink to commemorate the visit of the British prince, earning it the nickname "Pink City." Even today, building regulations require new buildings to be painted in colors similar to their surroundings, preserving the Pink City's reputation. A combined ticket valid for two days is also sold for tourists, which can be very helpful when traveling in Jaipur.
Recommended destinations
01 Hawa Mahal
Painted in beautiful colors, Hawa Mahal is the most striking architectural landmark in Jaipur. With around 900 small windows, it was built for the royal women who were not allowed to appear in public; its design prevents people outside from looking in while allowing those inside to look out. The hundreds of windows also serve as vents, helping to keep the interior cool during hot summers, which is why it is also called the Palace of Winds.
02 Amber Palace
Amber Palace is a fortress built in a mountainous area, renowned for its artistic value that blends Islamic and Indian cultures. It is one of the most magnificent forts in India: its ornate halls and courtyards and centuries-old temples capture attention, and it overlooks a beautiful lake, making it a popular attraction visited by many tourists every day.
03 Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar is one of the observatories built in the 18th century. "Jantar Mantar" means "magical instrument" in Sanskrit. Maharaja Jai Singh II, who had a keen interest in science and astronomy, built a total of five observatories. Among them, Jaipur's Jantar Mantar is the largest and features the world's largest sundial, which reaches 27 meters in height.
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■ The participation period for this project is at least 1 week.
■ The cost of this project is at the top of the current pagewhere you can easily check the detailed amounts by duration and options.
■ Eligibility and Qualifications
■ Gap Year Mission Scholarship (▶ View details)
■ Installment payment information
If you have difficulty paying in full, you can prepay a registration fee of KRW 500,000 and pay the remaining balance within two weeks. From the date the registration fee is paid, the process to confirm project participation will proceed, and we will check availability and available slots. Securing your spot quickly is important to participate on your desired date and period! (Non-refundable once participation is confirmed)
* However, if the start date is imminent, the schedule for the remaining payment may vary depending on the circumstances.
■ Early-bird Discount and Urgent Application Notice
All Gap Year projects require standard processing procedures and a gap year preparation period, so projects are recommended to be applied for at least 3 months before the participation start date.and, as a rule, applications should be submitted no later than 2 months before.However, if there are unavoidable reasons or you urgently need to join a project, you can pay an additional fee for the urgent application service and we will assist with the fastest possible processing procedures.
*We assist with the fastest possible processing, but there is basic time required for communication with local organizations and confirmation of participation. Since all procedures proceed the same as for regular participants, those using the urgent application service must actively cooperate with the Korea Gap Year operations team.
**Applicants who apply 180 days before the start date will receive an early-bird discount.
***The urgent application service can be selected from the options above. For inquiries related to the urgent application service, please contact koreagapyear@gmail.com.
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**Note: For super-urgent applications, there may be no available slots depending on local conditions, and subsequent procedures will follow the Gap Year refund policy. In addition, any problems caused by a participant's lack of cooperation are the responsibility of the participant.
