Reforestation Program in Takalar, Indonesia
Program Overview
Local farmers in Laikang – a village in the regency of Takalar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia – cut trees without replanting, making the lands unproductive. Hence, LPTM cooperated with the Rotary Club of Makassar to initiate reforestation and introduce the method of Tree Farming and Agroforestry to the farmers, with the goal of providing them with sustainable income while preserving the environment.
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Local farmers in Laikang – a village in the regency of Takalar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia – cut trees without replanting, making the lands unproductive. Hence, LPTM cooperated with the Rotary Club of Makassar to initiate reforestation and introduce the method of Tree Farming and Agroforestry to the farmers, with the goal of providing them with sustainable income while preserving the environment.
People plant Bitti trees, a local species in Sulawesi. Its wood is the main material in building the Pinisi Perahu, a traditional wooden boat of the Buginese people. This industry is an old tradition and a cultural heritage that still exists today. Conserving the trees will help sustain the income of the local people and help preserve their cultural heritage.
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Program Highlights
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Quick Details
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
- Environment
- Reforestation
- Tree Planting
Updated Aug 24, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Makassar, Indonesia
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Conservation
- Eco-Tourism
- Environment
- Reforestation
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Guest House
- Independent living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Resume
- Written Application
- Physical Exam/Health Records
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
Starts At
- 1 month: $1,360
Payment Terms
- Upfront Deposit
Salary & Compensation
No
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Timothy Taylor
Participated in 2008
AlumniTimothy Taylor is a British expatriate who has lived in Nepal since 2014, a country he first visited in 2008 as an environmental volunteer. He travele...
After a financial disaster with a failed franchise venture, which led to my divorce after 25 years of marriage. I wanted to escape the UK, travel to parts of the world I had never visited, and do some useful environmental conservation work. I specifically wanted to go to Southeast Asia, an area that had fascinated me from an early age.
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