Description

The project has been running on the perfect island of Koh Tao since 2008. It was originally set up by members of the local community to help preserve their precious local culture, valuable land resources and coral reefs. The project has three different components, land conservation, marine conservation, and education, each playing their own part in helping to preserve the island.

The aim of the land conservation component is to deal with local, social and environmental challenges on the island such as erosion and deforestation, beaches pollution and waste disposal. These are growing concerns for the island's communities and are often associated with the unregulated growth of tourism. To combat these problems the land conservation project is developing new initiatives such as recycling and tree planting to help preserve the health, beauty and integrity of the island for future generations.

* What will I be doing?

Whilst on your placement you will work with a dedicated team of international and local volunteers carrying out daily projects for the benefit of the island and local community. You will be trained in methods and techniques of sustainable living, whilst also taking part in research projects and awareness raising campaigns. Some of the projects you might take part in are, water testing, mangrove restoration work, grass and tree planting, coral reef surveys and beach clean-ups.

Highlights

Thailand has continued to be one of the most tempting destinations for those travelers who are seeking a combination of enchanting natural surroundings, alluring culture, and incredible biodiversity. Breathtaking silvery beaches lapped by warm, crystal clear waters are complemented by friendly locals, mouth-watering local delicacies, and an ancient and fascinating historical heritage rooted in Buddhist origins.

Koh Tao is most definitely the jewel in Thailand's royal crown, famed for its laid back atmosphere and immaculate coral reef diving. However, in recent years the island's land resources and coral reefs have come under threat from rapid and unsustainable development. Join our conservation project and help protect this beautiful island for future generations whilst enjoying all this welcoming and exotic country has to offer the adventurous traveler.

- Discover this land of intense beauty.
- Make lifelong friends.
- Help to preserve the delicate coral reef ecosystems.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

GBP 699 for 2 weeks, GBP 150 per extra week

Program Fees Include:

Before you go:
* Pre-departure support
* Travel & medical advice & documentation
* Equipment advice
* Discounted medical kit
* Free Frontier t-shirt

In-country:
* Accommodation
* Internal transfers
* Local orientation
* In-country emergency support
* 24-hour international HQ back-up

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Frontier's Mission Statement

To conserve the world's most endangered wildlife and threatened habitats and to build sustainable livelihoods for marginalized and under resourced communities in the world's poorest countries. To create solutions that are apolitical, forward-thinking, community-driven, and innovative and which take into consideration the long-term needs of low income communities.

Year Founded

1989