Description

With both worthwhile volunteering and stunning beaches this program is the perfect balance between conservation and relaxation. Work with the local people on the tropical island of Koh Mannai to nurture baby turtles from hatchlings to adulthood and help protect these endangered species from extinction. Then spend your free time chilling out on the beaches of Rayong and nearby Ko Samet.

Highlights

Volunteer Role:

Four of the seven surviving marine turtle species are found in the waters off the coast of Thailand, the Leatherback, Green, Hawksbill and Olive Ridley Turtles, all of which are endangered. Pollution, poaching, coastal development and increase in fisheries have all contributed to the decline in the turtle population with the result that only one in one thousand turtle eggs laid in Thailand survives until adulthood.

This program plays a vital role in ensuring the continuation of the species by collecting the turtle eggs and nurturing the baby turtles through their first twelve months. Once the turtles reach a year old they are large enough not to be threatened by any natural predators and so are either released back into the wild or kept to breed future generations.

Some of the highlights of this program include:
* Surrounding yourself with flapping baby Turtles
* Working together with the local people
* Experiencing Thai Island life
* Relaxing on the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Thailand

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

from USD 1,529.00

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• Food
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support

Program Fees Include:

What's included in your program:

* Accommodation throughout your program
* Orientation
* Airport transfer on arrival
* Transfer from Bangkok to Rayong
* Full on-site support and assistance
* On-site and 24 hour emergency contact number

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Other

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement

We offer over 250 projects and travel options in over 35 countries. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap. Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we also want to make sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisers have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded

2005