Description

Coral Cay Conservation is currently working towards setting up a new and exciting conservation project based in Sri Lanka! Volunteers engaged in Coral Cay's Rekawa Sri Lanka Conservation Project (RSCP) will be involved in identifying local turtle nest sites, measuring and weighing eggs, collecting biometric data on each turtle, and helping in the identification of marine turtle populations that frequent the local beaches. Although this project is still in its infancy, we are also in the process of establishing a variety of community engagement and education projects, including assisting with mangrove re-plantations, conducting terrestrial and marine species studies, educational events at the local schools, assisting with local fish rearing projects and building local capacity to provide tourism services.

Rekawa is located off the south-eastern Indian peninsula, surrounded by the Indian Ocean. Widely regarded as having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Sri Lanka is also home to an incredible array of natural diversity and one of the best places in the world to see resident Blue Whales! Sri Lankans are extremely friendly, hospitable and considerate people, with their own unique culture and customs. For centuries, coastal communities have relied heavily on local marine wildlife for their livelihood; however, due to overfishing and hunting, many of the species in the area are have become endangered.

The coast of Rekawa, along the southern end of Sri Lanka is unique in the world. It's one of the few places, if not the only place where five of the seven marine turtle species found around the world actively nest on the beaches. This includes Leatherbacks, Hawksbills, Loggerheads, Greens and Olive Ridleys. Unfortunately, all five species of marine turtle are either vulnerable or critically endangered.

Highlights

* PADI dive training from Open water to Dive Master level with our qualified scuba diving instructors. (For marine expeditions only)

* Rare opportunity to learn the science behind marine conservation and bring out the conservationist or scientist in you.

* Many join up to enhance their CV and start a career in conservation. Coral Cay are a world renowned and well respected organisation which is why so many volunteers choose us.

* We are one of the very few organisations that offer expeditions for just two weeks. So if you don't quite have too much time to take off don't worry we still have the expedition for you.

* We work hard to offer the best experience in some of the most idyllic locations at the best price, so check out our prices to see just how competitive we are in the conservation and gap year market.

* We offer volunteers the opportunity to improve their knowledge about marine conservation and gain recognised qualifications such as Reef Check training, and emergency first response.

* For students considering going to university who want some additional UCAS points we offer the opportunity for volunteers to earn up to 70 UCAS points by participating on an expedition.

* We also have fantastic rates for groups. We go above and beyond to provide tailor made expeditions so whatever the request we will do all we can to cater to your needs. To discuss options please just get in touch.

* Finally, when you are trying to differentiate from the masses of gap year and volunteering organisations today, remember that Coral Cay Conservation has been invited to work in the expedition location by the local government, communities and NGO's. Our conservation expeditions really do make a difference!

Travel Types

• Volunteering

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

16+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 month

Coral Cay Conservation's Mission Statement

To increased awareness on the importance and management of coral reefs for the future prosperity of tropical coastal communities in developing countries through our global footprint of successful programs and international recognition. For over 26 years, we have been at the forefront of community-based coral reef and tropical forest conservation.

Year Founded

1986