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City/State: Galapagos Islands
Country: ECUADOR

Conservation work in the Galapagos Islands
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Global Vision International
3 High Street
St Albans
Herts
UNITED KINGDOM
AL3 4ED
Phone: 01727 250 250
www.gvi.co.uk

Program description:

Learn Spanish and volunteer to work on practical conservation programs in one of the world’s finest habitats: the Galapagos Islands. You will be based on the Island of San Cristobal living and working among incredible wildlife including iguanas, tortoises, sea lions and a huge variety of birdlife. Volunteer work includes; data field research, environmental education, community service, plant conservation and reserve maintenance along with the smaller objectives such as the promotion of biodiversity conservation, research, education and community programs. Volunteers will receive one week of intensive Spanish classes in Quito on arrival in Ecuador which can be extended at your own choice, this is followed by an orientation on the islands, before the project work begins.The program provides practical experience for people interested in contributing to conservation projects and will give you the chance to live and work alongside local communities to protect important forest habitats in the unique environment of these enchanted islands.

General program information:

Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18 - 65
Travel to site: Varies
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Varies
No. in group: 2-12 plus staff
Living arrangements on the program: Varies, Group living, Home stays (living with local families)
How long does the program last?: 1-3 Months
What are the dates of this program: There are no set arrival / departure dates for this project. Volunteers just need to inform GVI of the date they are planning to arrive.

Benefits and advantages of the program:

  • Experience the Galapagos Islands

  • Excellent wildlife viewing

  • Practical Conservation Experience

  • Learn Spanish

  • Community involvement



  • Cost or price of this program:

    From 5 weeks: UKŁ1020 / US$1890 / 1530€

    Typical person for this program:

    There is no typical GVI volunteer.

    Application process Involves:

    Visit the GVI website and apply on line, a member of GVI staff will contact you to ensure your place in the field.

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