Equine Assisted Therapy

Project Location: The outskirts of the Amazon rainforest in south-east Venezuela
Length: One week to twelve months
Start Dates: Any day of any month
Price: 2 weeks £900 / 4 weeks £1400 / 6 weeks £1900
Please see 'further information' at bottom of page for a full price list

Experience life with horses in the tropics

No experience is necessary for working with children as the project’s resident Equine Assisted Therapist will give you full training. Not only will you learn about caring for the horses, but you will also be trained in Equine Assisted Therapy techniques enabling you to work with and help the children with special needs. All you need to have is some enthusiasm and a willingness to take part!

Activities include: Working with childrenLearning about Equine Assisted TherapyTrail riding

If you enjoy working outdoors with children and horses then this is a project that you will find extremely rewarding.

The Equine Assisted Therapy Project was established to enable the provision of vital therapy to children with special needs in Venezuela. Equine Assisted Therapy is an invaluable tool for helping these children and working with the horses brings them great joy. You will be able to watch the children grow in confidence, work closely with the horses getting to know them and have a fantastic time.