📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
GREENWAY / GREENLION THAILAND
💼 What the programme involves
the aim of this program is to learn from and work with park rangers to conserve Khao Yai National Park. Deforestation here has been stopped since the mid 90s and the efforts to replant trees and preserve the wildlife are still ongoing and you can play a part in the process!
Your tasks can vary depending on the season and the projects the rangers are undertaking. For example, the beginning of raining season is the best time for planting trees (to help restore areas of the park that have been cleared out in the past by deforestation or fires). Alternatively, the best time to salt the soil is during the dry season (to help bait the animals into staying within the park boundaries and provide a valuable mineral for their diet).
Aside from doing hard work, you will also get to explore Khao Yai through visits to different locations such as a waterfall, great viewing points, and more!
Khao Yai National Park is located in the western part of the Sankamphaeng Mountain Range and spreads over several provinces in Central Thailand. Khao Yai homes over 3,000 species of plants, 32 species of birds and 66 species of mammals, including gibbons, deers, bears, elephants and even tigers. Aside from the fascinating biodiversity, the park also contains jaw-dropping waterfalls such as Heo Suwat (which appears in the famous film 'The Beach') as well as spectacular mountains.
🏠 Accommodation on site
STANDARD ACCOMMODATION:
During your time here, you will be staying in one of our eco cottages. There will be 4 people per room on a single gender basis.
All rooms have a private western style toilet/bathroom and each of these has a shower with both hot and cold water. Rooms also come equipped with a powerful fan.
The resort has a communal area where you can eat, relax and meet with other participants. There is also WiFi available which covers most of the resort.
COMFORT ACCOMMODATION:
During your time here, you will be staying in one of our eco cottages. There will be 2 people per room on a single gender basis. A private room will cost 70€ extra per room per week.
All rooms have a private western style toilet/bathroom and each of these has a shower with both hot and cold water. Rooms also come equipped with a powerful fan as well as air conditioning.
The resort has a communal area where you can eat, relax and meet with other participants. There is also WiFi available which covers most of the resort.
All food is included during your stay and the meals will be typically Thai, including plenty of rice dishes (suitable for vegetarians).
📍 About the location
Your new home will be in the Nakhon Ratchasima province. Set amidst rolling hills, the views here are spectacular and the location is tranquil to match. Our resort is situated about 30 km from the city of Nakhon Ratchasima and about 15 km from Wang Nam Khiao, the nearest town. It takes 30 minutes from the resort to Wang Nam Khiao, where you will find all the amenities you could need.
Due to its rural location, the nearest ATM is in Wang Nam Khiao (30 minutes by car), so please make sure you have enough money with you before arriving for your stay. However, since all food is provided you will probably not need much money here!
There is a small local store within walking distance. All other amenities can be found in Wang Nam Khiao (30 minutes by car).
There are no activities included outside of the program but you are welcome to take advantage of the beautiful surroundings and go for a hike in the hills during your free time. Alternatively, there is a karaoke system in the resort's communal area for those craving some noise!
The area is very rural and offers beautiful views and Thai countryside to explore by foot or bike.
ℹ️ Additional information
Open all year, starting on Mondays, every week, participation fee 175€ per week. Culture week mandatory: 175€ to start the programme