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Leatherback Turtle Conservation in Panama

  Panama
    Panama Canal Area

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: March to June

Description: Live and work in a beautiful Caribbean coastal area, directly helping to conserve one of the world's most endangered species, by participating in GVI's Leatherback turtle conservation project. Patrol the beaches for nesting turtles and be directly involved in tagging, measuring and monitoring for the Endangered Wildlife Trust. Most of the work takes place at night - days are spent at leisure and a variety of excusions are available including camping trips to the outer cays and water based activities.

Leatherback Turtle Conservation in Panama

Highlights: Be instrumental in the long term survival of one of the world's most endangered species of turtle. Live and work on the beach, directly helping to conserve one of the world's most endangered species. All food, accommodation and training included in the price. Make new friends, interact with the local indigenous community, learn a new language, experience a new culture, see a part of the world that few people will ever visit, have the experience of a life-time.

Qualifications: No previous experience / qualifications are necessary as full training is provided.

Languages :
  • English
  • Spanish

Cost in US$: From $1610 for 2 weeks

Cost Include Description:
The Volunteer contribution includes all your food, accommodation, training materials and project equipment.

Experience Required: no

Volunteer Types :
  • animal welfare
  • biological research
  • community development
  • conservation
  • eco-tourism
  • English teaching
  • environment
  • primary education
  • research
  • sea turtle protection
  • tourism
  • wildlife surveying

Typical Volunteer: There is no typical GVI volunteer! Our volunteers are from 18-65, from all nationalities, backgrounds and walks of life. Whether you are on a gap year, taking a career break or wanting an adventure, GVI can find something to suit you!

Age Range: 18-65

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Panama Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 2-12

Application Process Involves:

  • Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 2008 marks a decade of commitment from GVI to all volunteers and partners. Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998

 



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