Description

On the coastline of Mauritius, located on the Southeast coast of Africa, Green Turtles are an endangered species. Your work as a volunteer for this project helps to educate people (other volunteers and locals) about the turtles and the reefs, as well as how protection of both can be improved. Particicipants will follow the Green Turtles and gather and then analyze data. There will also be dives in Blue Bay during which notes about the state of the reefs will be done. Removal of "sea spiders", which are destroying the reefs, may also be done.

Green Turtles in Mauritius lay their eggs in January and February. The eggs normally hatch in March. Volunteers during these times will also watchover the hatchings (overnight or in the morning). In the afternoon there will be other activities, including data collection regarding the reefs and other flora and fauna.

Highlights

Participants may dive in Blue Bay. During nesting and hatching season, participants will watch over the hatchings.

Qualifications

Participants must be:
* 18+ years old
* Good health
* Speak English
* Have a desire to help with environmental causes (reef conservation and turtle conservation)

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Written materials pre-departure

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Conservation
• Environment
• Water

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

GeoVisions's Mission Statement

GeoVisions is committed to help individuals develop global skills to succeed in the twenty-first century. These skills will ultimately lead to greater cooperation and understanding among nations and peoples of the world. We are committed to treating every person on a GeoVisions program with respect, and devoting our energies to helping participants meet their individual and collective goals.

Year Founded

2001