Description

Visit the beautiful coast of Eilat at Coral Beach. Work to maintain and preserve the breathtaking coral reef, one of the first nature reserves in Israel. The reef is home to a variety of wildlife including parrot fish, Julie fish, giant shells, sea lillies, and butterfly fish. Manage beach and water maintenance, oversee boating and diving regulations, and help to protect this natural oceanic habitat.

Highlights

You have one day a week free to explore the surrounding area, but you will not want to leave the crystal blue coast of Eilat. A popular tourist and diving location, Eilat is a premier location to volunteer and live. Spend your day off relaxing by the beach, or sign up for adventure sports in the area, such as hiking, snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, surfing, etc. You will love it so much you will never want to leave. But don't worry, your stay is easily extendable.

Travel Types

• Camping
• Ecology
• Environmental Studies
• Hiking
• Scuba
• Snorkeling
• Water Skiing
• Windsurfing/Windsailing

Qualifications

An open mind and a willingness to assist in the preservation of natural environments. Must be 18 or over.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

450 for 1 week, 100 for each extra week. During high season extra 50 per week

Cost Includes:

• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees

Program Fees Include:

* Accommodation: Dormitory room in Arava Hostel
* Orientation kit: Full project details will be sent following registration
* Training:Pre-departure preparation in Tel Aviv
* Transportation: One way bus ticket to Eilat
* Support:Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

What's Not Included:
* Accommodation and food
* Travel insurance, medical insurance, visa if required
* Flights and additional travel expenses
* Airport pickup

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

High motivation to protect the environment, see new places, and meet new people.

Age Range

18-60

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

GoEco - Volunteer Abroad's Mission Statement

(1) Encourage ecological and volunteer tourism that promotes sustainable development (2) Enable travelers to experience different and more rewarding kinds of tourism. (3) Encourage travelers to volunteer for the benefit of others and thus to serve as a good-will ambassador to other countries in the world. (4) Encourage travelers from all over the world to come to Israel for ecological and community-based projects, in both the Arab and Jewish sectors, and experience firsthand the unique cultural and natural diversity in this region. (5) Support environmental and humanitarian projects that promote understanding and good will between ethnic societies in Israel. (6) Conduct further research in the field of ecological tourism, such as the 'Ecological Footprint' as a tool for sustainable tourism development. (7) Establish an in-depth and up-to-date data base of the relevant projects worldwide. (8) Create a platform from which to explore the various organizations that support the environment and actively encourage volunteering.

Year Founded

2005