International Student Volunteers in New Zealand

  New Zealand

• Auckland: 
Auckland
• Wellington: 
Wellington
• All Other Areas in New Zealand: 
Queenstown,  South Island

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Inquire for specific dates

Description: The Standard ISV New Zealand Program is four weeks in length and consists of a two-week Volunteer Work Project and a two-week Adventure Tour within New Zealand.

Participants traveling to New Zealand may also choose a Customized ISV Program and select an additional Volunteer Work Project within New Zealand, extending their Program to a total of six weeks.

Conservation volunteer work projects:

Each project runs for two weeks and is operated in partnership with well-established conservation organizations including, not-for-profit groups, government departments, private industries, and local grassroots groups. Projects are based in various locations, from the remote outback to New Zealand suburbs. Each work team will be supervised and directed by professional staff from the host organization and an ISV project leader. The ratios of participants to Project Leaders are approximately 12:1, with the minimum number of participants per project being 8. *Please note that certain projects only operate on specific program dates*

No prior experience or expertise in environmental areas is needed in order to participate. Accommodations vary with projects, ranging from national park huts, dormitory style accommodations, or research stations. Meals (3 per day) will be provided during the work project.

Projects:
Each project can be broadly classified based on the goals of the host organization, the project location, and the primary work task:

**Habitat Restoration projects encompass a huge variety of locations both on public and privately owned land. The goal of these projects is to improve local habitats through native revegetation and sometimes recreational facilities improvement including trail building. The primary task on these projects is weeding and native species planting. (Kuaka, DoC, Kaikoura, Leigh, Tongariro, Motuihe Island)

**Scientific Research projects take place in a variety of locations, but the primary goal of the project is to undertake tasks related to a designated research study. Primary tasks may be directly related to the study and include animal & plant surveys, monitoring, experimental set-up, and other data collection. Tasks may also be indirectly related to the research goals of the organisation and include weeding, planting, and operation of educational facilities. (Leigh, DoC, Tongariro)

**Outdoor Education projects take place on a variety of public and private land locations. The goal of these projects is to foster an understanding and appreciation of nature and conservation in visitors. Primary tasks vary and can include weeding, planting, building, trail maintenance, and property maintenance. (Kuaka, Leigh, Tongariro, Motuihe Island).

Highlights: ISV's Two Week Adventure Tour
Participants will travel throughout New Zealand. Their adventure will include such optional activities as:

- Black water rafting in Waitomo glow worm caves
- Horse riding in Hobbiton-style rolling hillsides
- Exploring the geothermal wonders of Craters of the Moon
- Visiting the cultural attractions of Wellington (New Zealand's Capital)
- Hiking on the Franz Josef Glacier
- White water rafting rapids on the Rangitikei River
- Jet boating on the Shotover River
- Sea kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park
- Bungy Jumping
- Experiencing the true Kiwi night life in Wellington and Queenstown (the adrenaline capital of the world!)

Cost in US$: Please visit our website.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to New Zealand Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Exit DebriefingAbroad

International Student Volunteers's Mission Statement: To create an environment that combines conservation, education and recreation into the ultimate adventure travel program for students who desire to make a difference by volunteering in local communities abroad.

Year Founded: 1981