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Country: SOUTH AFRICA
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| Shumba Experience |
95 Ditchling Road
Sussex
UNITED KINGDOM
BN1 4ST
Phone: 0845 257 3205
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Program description: |
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ARE YOU FASCINATED BY MARINE LIFE AND WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN CONSERVATION WORK? This marine conservation volunteer project involves a wide range of different activities and marine wildlife.
Based in the town of Plettenberg Bay which is located on the world famous Garden Route. This area is home to some of the world’s most fascinating marine species, including Southern Right whales, Humpback whales, Bottlenose dolphins, Killer Whales and Great White Sharks.
The ORCA Foundation’s primary role is to focus on the practical application of conservation studies and research in this coastal area. The marine and conservation project will educate volunteers about the importance of conservation and how to manage the marine and its natural environment. The course covers a wide variety of activities from taking out boat trips and educating local people about marine life, collecting research data to being involved in community based projects.
The aims of the ORCA volunteer programme are:
To introduce volunteers to Plettenberg Bay’s marine and coastal environment
To show conservation volunteers how the Bay and its resources are currently being managed
To gain an understanding of the cultural diversity in the coastal community
To introduce conservation volunteers to Marine Protected Area (MPA) management perspectives
The considerations and practicalities in beach management and public safety
To have an unforgettable experience of ‘learning by doing’ in one of the most beautiful outdoor classrooms in South Africa
Volunteers will share a three-bedroom house with 2 bathrooms, a big comfortable lounge area, dining room and kitchen. Meals are prepared by the volunteers in the fully equipped kitchen and there are email and laundry facilities available, with shops conveniently nearby.
** SEE SHUMBA EXPERIENCE WEBSITE FOR VOLUNTEER DIARIES
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 17+
Travel to site: Independent Travel
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Group
No. in group: 2-4
Living arrangements on the program: Apartment, Group living
How long does the program last?: 1-2 weeks
What are the dates of this program: This placement is flexible about start dates and runs throughout the year, beginning every Monday
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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PLACEMENT ACTIVITIES
The marine and conservation project will educate volunteers about the importance of conservation and how to manage the marine and its natural environment. The project covers many different areas of conservation and marine management, including:
Rescue and rehabilitation of marine species
ORCA patrol boat trips to collect data, monitor the bay and take marine photos of dolphins, sharks and whales
Supervised collection of touch pool and aquarium species for the ORCA Centre
Organising co-ordinated provincial marine and coastal awareness campaigns
Participating in commercial marine-eco tourism activities which include whale and dolphin watching tours, sea kayaking, township tours, river ferry cruises
Monitoring and cleaning of beaches and coastal regions
Report presentations on topics relative to the project
Conducting research surveys
Angling surveys within the surrounding estuary and coastline
Sampling, tagging, monitoring and dissection of fish species
Involvement in community development programmes
Participation in a broad range of educational initiatives involving the local community, including educating children on marine conservation
** Note: It is not possible to guarantee these exact activities will occur during your placement it will depend on the conditions at the time **
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Cost or price of this program: |
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2 Weeks £895
4 Weeks £1,395
This cost of the placement includes:
Pre-departure information and support
Assistance with flights and specialist travel insurance
Transfers to/from the local airport in Africa
Orientation session with other volunteers
Food and accommodation on placement
On-site training and guidance
An amazing experience!!
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Typical person for this program: |
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Someone who loves marine wildlife and the sea and wants to get involved in conservation work. A passionate and committed individual who is looking for an exciting adventure.
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Application process Involves: |
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Fill in the application form online
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