Conservation work on the Galapagos Islands

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Conservation work on the Galapagos Islands

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Overview

Why not visit one of the new Seven Wonders of the World?

Cut adrift in the Pacific Ocean 1000 kilometres off the coast of Ecuador, volcanic forces deep under the sea have thrown up a unique wildlife paradise that’s so popular the Ecuadorian government are about to limit the number of visitors dropping anchor on its unique shores. This makes it the best time to visit this amazing island for yourself, and remember to take a camera so people believe your stories! You’ll be based in a fascinating biological station whose aim is to help preserve the natural habitat of the island and introduce new organic farming methods to the islanders. Tasks include planting new crops, assisting in light building and helping maintain island trails. You can also take advantage of your colleagues’ expertise on various hikes to the island’s lagoons, forests and villages and learn about the ecological and human dynamics of Galapagos.

Trip Highlights:

  • Actually helping preserve these incredible islands - something to be immensely proud of
  • Exploring the islands on your days off
  • Living on the islands themselves rather than visiting - lucky you

     

  • Fast Facts

    Project Information

    • Project Duration: Min 2 weeks - Max 10 weeks
    • Project Costs: US$ 1899.00 for 2 weeks, US$ 440.00 for every week thereafter
    • Location of project: San Cristobal, 1,000km west of mainland Ecuador
    • Arrival Airport:Quito (airport code UIO) on arrival date. A flight on to San Cristobal will be arranged for you and added on to your statement (budget approximately US$500)
    • Activities:Various including planting, surveys and data collection, path clearance and facilities maintenance
    • Working Hours:Flexible; usually 7 hours a day, Monday to Friday, weekend work is available with occassional Saturday half day, all other time is free
    • Getting to the project:On site
    • Requirements:Minimum age 17
    • Other:Semana Santa (Latin America Holy week) will be from March 26th to April 4th 2010 and April 15th to April 24th 2011, you may have some disruptions to the placement during this time

    What's Included

    • Accommodation:Shared basic rustic hut, depending on the number of volunteers some rooms could be single sex, some rooms could be mixed sex. 
    • Food:All meals
    • Airport Pickup:Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!
    • Training:In-country orientation
    • Support:Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

    What's not included

    • Flights, Insurance, Visas, Return Airport transfer, Local Transport

    We work in partnership with hundreds of established projects that are run by local communities. The information on our website comes directly from the projects and we work with them to ensure this information is as accurate as possible. However, due to the very nature of the projects themselves the exact details of what happens on a daily basis can change with little or no notice. If you have travelled with us and have any updates to this information, please let us know.