Projects Abroad in The Galápagos

Projects Abroad is an exceptional program!! I would recommend volunteering at any of the locations to get an insight into the conservation. I learned so much about the culture of the people, how living among the sea lions, iguanas & any other creature is respected, & how family is so important. I can't say enough about this program!!!! At the age of 78 I couldn't have asked for a more enriching experience !!! You're never too old to learn something new!!

I took part, with 3 others in a project for over 50s, volunteering in the Galapagos. The first week we helped the community by teaching local children English. The second week we had a great variety of tasks looking after giant tortoises and helping and monitoring sea lions. We worked with local volunteers and within days felt that we were part of the island. The food on the island is wonderful, always fresh and local and I enjoyed eating the many fish and fruits that are expensive and difficult to obtain back home. The projects manager and all the local people were really friendly. As we painted murals, locals would stop to thank us.

We had the best time at the Galapagos Islands with Project Abroads. It was amazing helpign out with projects, feeding the tortoises and being with between all the wildlife.

I had an amazing time in San Cristobal. It was difficult being away from my family for Christmas but my host family made me feel included and celebrate with them. Volunteering with conservation allowed me to see the work done behind the scenes to make the attractions as amazing as they are! Having nights and weekends off also have time to visit the local beaches and interpretation center to see what made the island the island.

My time at Projects Abroad was great. I taught sports in the Galapagos Islands. First I taught Taekwondo and I also taught as a gym teacher at a primary school. The inpack that it had on me is that you can teach children new things that they normally would never get because the gym classes are different than in the Netherlands. The children and I had the time of my life when I came to teach. I recommend everyone to volunteer. It opens so many doors and you get to know new people and cultures. And you have a lot of time to explore the country.

I volunteered in the Galápagos Islands with Projects Abroad as part of a High School Specials trip, doing Conservation and Summer Camp projects. It was fantastic. We were always kept busy with conservation work or working with the children. The staff were amazing, they were always very helpful and friendly. The accommodation was comfortable with a good social atmosphere. The wildlife was beautiful. I would definitely recommend this project to anyone considering volunteering abroad.

I went on Projects Abroad’s High School Special on the Galápagos Islands in March 2020. It was a trip of a lifetime. I went with a group of friends but you could easily do it alone. Even before we got to the Galapagos Holly Hubble from Projects Abroad flew all the way with us. It made the whole journey so much easier and fun, even with the problems with our flights. For the first week on San Cristobal we helped out in one of Project Galápagos summer camps and fixed up a playground in a local school. On the weekend we went to Santa Cruz to see the tortoises and Tortuga Bay. The 2nd week was Conservation Work so we would do sea lion monitoring at sunrise, then after breakfast, feed the tortoises and control the invasive plants or do a beach clean up. After lunch we had sea lion or bird monitoring. On our last day we got a 360 tour on a boat around the island. We got to go fishing, swimming and snorkeling with sea lions, turtles, loads of tropical fish and even sharks. The food at our accommodation was nice having rice in every meal. The staff in both Projects Abroad and Project Galápagos were so friendly and helpful with everything. I do definitely do it again

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I spent 3 weeks in san Cristobal, with Project Abroad. I experienced a very close contact with turtles, iguanas, sea lions, caring them in their natural habitat. I also had the possibility to travel around the other islands, enjoying stunning views and local lifestyle. A perfect combination of work and fun, away from the crowed places. You always feel safe and involved, thanks also to the great supervision of William Puga, that I highly recommend for any question and/or problem you could face.

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