Sea Turtle & Cultural Immersion Teen Volunteering Thailand
by: GVI
This is an opportunity to collaborate with a team of volunteers aged between 15 and 17, to contribute toward local community projects in Southern Thailand, Phang Nga. Situated in a province known for its tropical beaches and surrounding islets lies an abundance of landmarks. Find yourself among the widely admired “James Bond island” or Khao Chang, a large mountain silhouetted in the shape of a...
This is an opportunity to collaborate with a team of volunteers aged between 15 and 17, to contribute toward local community projects in Southern Thailand, Phang Nga. Situated in a province known for its tropical beaches and surrounding islets lies an abundance of landmarks. Find yourself among the widely admired “James Bond island” or Khao Chang, a large mountain silhouetted in the shape of a crouched elephant. You’ll participate in a culturally immersive experience as you contribute toward the United Nations sustainable development goals (UN SDGs), including: Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being Goal 4: Quality Education Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production Goal 15: Life on Land Projects range from beach clean-ups, conservation support for the endangered gre...
Program Highlights
Travel to Phang Nga and adventure to jungles, waterfalls and go on kayaking expeditions.
Gain a better awareness of the culture and language of the community and meet and make friends from around the world.
Try local cuisine and visit Buddhist temples along the way.
Contribute to the UN SDGs.
Learn conservation skills, support the protection of the green sea turtle, and assist in preventing further pollution to maintain natural beach environments.
Quick Details
- Rural Areas, Thailand
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- Outdoor Education
- All Nationalities
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Thank you GVI
September 01, 2016by: Matilda McKinnon - AustraliaProgram: Sea Turtle & Cultural Immersion Teen Volunteering Thailand
I like working with a variety of groups, especially liked working with the turtles. By working with different groups i discovered what I would like to do more of in the future. This was a great help not only for the community in Thailand but also for my own personal development.
It is a non religious organization
September 26, 2016by: Lara - AustraliaProgram: Sea Turtle & Cultural Immersion Teen Volunteering Thailand
The best part about my stay in Thailand was that it is non religious organization so we spend less time learning about religion when we can help other people.
Seeing the difference
September 26, 2016by: Jasmine - EnglandProgram: Sea Turtle & Cultural Immersion Teen Volunteering Thailand
The most unforgettable part of my travel with GVI was seeing the difference just a few hours of work to a local community centre can have on a whole community.
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Thailand
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
Availability
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Required Equipment
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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