Sea Turtle Nest Monitoring and Conservation in Galapagos

I would recommend this volunteer experience because this was one of the most memorable months of my life. I think I made some lifelong friends, because people who want to volunteer with animals are my people! I loved the animals and nature here. It's one of the most amazing places I've ever been.

I would recommend this volunteer experience with Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI), because everyone should experience the magic of this island and experience interacting with nature so closely.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because this place is like anything else. Not that I've seen the whole world but from me and everyone else I've met here has said this is one of the favorite places that I've ever been.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because Isabela and the Galapagos are a beautiful place to be it was magical to see the baby turtles find their way to the ocean. I will not ever forget this experience.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because it is a great way to see this amazing island. This experience allowed me to stay for 6 weeks on Isabela where I met people I will never forget and had a once in a lifetime opportunity.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because of the amazing staff and volunteers, the impact of the volunteering, the variety of volunteering to do and the magic of Isabela island. My experience with IOI was incredible. It truly felt like the most meaningful, informative, and exciting three months of my life! I would recommend IOI to anyone who wants to make a difference, explore Isabela Island, or simply have a change for normal life.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because it is an amazing experience. The place and the people will be an experience you will never forget. It will always hold a special place in my heart.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because it is a once in a lifetime experience and the people, animals abd culture are amazing. 10/10 experience. I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to live on Isabela, be a part of the local culture, get to know other volunteers from all around the world and get the chance to interact with the amazing animals. Very grateful.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because I feel this is a great way to travel. I actually have more of a reason to be here than just my own selfish reason. I get to travel and give back to the community.

This has been one of the greatest experiences of my life. The field trips were amazing and learning about these islands was an even bigger treat. The people of isabela are some of the nicest people I have ever met and this place has changed my life forever. I would totally recommend this study abroad to others because it is a once in a life time experience. The island of Isabela has changed my life. not only did I receive an extensive education about the biodiversity and ocean processes but i learned even more about a different culture. I made some of my best friends on this trip, both in the IOI group and from Isabela. I would not change anything.

IOI provides a unique opportunity to live and study in one of the most beautiful and bio-diverse places in the world. We had classin the field and saw so many amazing things. I would recommend this study abroad experience.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because it was excllent! Wonderful place, people and staff all around. The work we have been allowed to support with is a level of access not usually available when travelling anf clearly aligned to helping the local population and wildlife. The main downside that must be addressed is some major examples of expectation mimanagement before arrival.

I would definitley recommend. In fact we talked to multiple parties on the beach that had an interest in doing the turtle ensting. It was easy to recommend. Doing the morning and evening walks on the beach for the turtle nesting was an awesome experience. To have the opportunity tosee a sea turtle laying her eggs is something I will never forget.

I spent one week in the Turtle Nest Monitoring team and one week in the Ecotourisn Team. For me it was a perfect mix of both activities. I felt very welcomed from the first second on, I was blessed with a wonderful caring family and I don’t want to miss this great time on Isabela Island. You can feel and see that IOI really cares about nature and the community, to be a part of this was a great experience. The mix of working, spending the time with your family, have time to explore nature by yourself or with other volunteers was so much fun and overwhelming. I hope I can stay in contact with many of them. Even if I immediately learned that my Spanish was very rusted, I am more than happy I have chosen to stay with a local family - people and so caring, openminded, friendly and thankful! There are so many things you can do - from snorkeling to biking, diving, hiking…. You will love this beautiful landscape.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because it is a great opportunity to give back to a beautiful community while still being able to enjoy the many attractions the islands have to offer. Being able to work hands on with special animals is also an amazing experience and gives you a greater appreciation for all of the diversity on Earth.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because it was the best way I have ever travelled, and we travel a fair amount! Unbelievable experiences- it was like living in a NatGeo Wild show! Our IOI volunteer experience was amazing- it was better than I could ever have imagined even after reading what we would be doing. It was pure magic to be on Isabela.

The professionalism is impecable on all counts, I felt secure in my placement. No negative comments. I would strongly recommend this program to other because of the fascinating hands on work done with the incredible animals on the island as well as the great features of IOI´S program. This volunteer experience will always live in y memory as two of the most fulfilling, adventurous, incredible, happy weeks of my life. They aren´t enough adjectives to describe how amazing my time here has been. From the beauty of the island to the unique wildlife and the community, i will always look back on my time here with nothing but joy in my heart.

Would recommend it beacuse of the overall experiece, the accomodation and the people. The experience as an IOI volunteer was amazing, they took really good care of us and i was able to the Galapagos to the fullest and enjoy at the same time.

I would recommend this program because the work/relax balance is good, and it feels great to make a difference! Volunteering has been an amazing experience to connect with the local culture and nature. To feel like you're contributing to keeping this paradise preserved is profound. The friendships and memories I've made here have made an amazing impct on my life.

I would recommend this volunteer experience! It's an amazing place and it's very rewarding to try and make some small difference for these animals. And it's a much deeper experience than normal tourism. The IOI program was fantastic and I'm sad to be leaving. I loved making even a small difference for the sea turtles and hopefully my efforts will help a few more to be able to successfully nest or a few more babies make it out into the world.