Galapagos Islands Adventure Conservation volunteer

  Ecuador

• Quito: 
Quito
• Galapagos Islands: 
Galapagos Islands

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks and 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: November 2008 + many other dates available for bespoke group requests

Description: Do something different and make a difference with this fantastic ecotourism volunteer travel opportunity! Not only do you get to visit the amazing Galapagos Islands, but you actually get to do conservation work alongside the Park rangers to help counteract the spread of non-indigenous plant species, keep beaches free of the detritus washed ashore which not only looks unsightly but harms marine life, nd preserve this fragile eco-system for future generations. Finally, enjoy some time spent island-hopping, as you get to see some of the amazingly varied habitats and indigenous species, and help at one of the remote islands' schools.

Highlights: Hop between the various islands which make up this unique archipelago, enjoying once in a lifetime opportunities to get up close and personal with animals which have fascinated naturalists and ecologists since their discovery 200 years ago and which sparked Darwins theory of evolution.

Take this opportunity to see the giant tortoise, the marine and land iguana, sea lions, marine turtles, Galapagos penguins, frigate birds, albatross, and various types of booby, as well as many other animal species unique to the islands. And as you will be helping the national parks own staff to remove invading non-native plant species, and clean beaches you wouldn't normally get to visit, you will be guaranteed to have a perspective which a normal tourist would not have!

Get to know more about the islands eco system from those who live and work within it every day, interact with islanders helping at one of the remote island's schools, and gain a much deeper understanding of this amazing natural wonder through becoming involved in preserving its future.

Qualifications: No requirements, specific skills, education or certifications are necessary - just a desire to do something different and make a difference by spending four days working alongside the ecologists and national park rangers of the Galapagos islands, helping to counteract the spread of non-indigenous plant species, and helping at a local remote island school.

Cost in US$: $1200

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Anyone can be eligible: Our holidays are for anyone who wants to use their holiday to have a great time and do something positive, altruistic and with a meaningful purpose.

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 8-15

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Phone Interview

Different Travel's Mission Statement: We are a volunteer and adventure travel and tourism group specialist, set up in the wake of the Asian Tsunami on 26th December 2004, offering bespoke group challenges and volunteer opportunities to work alongside local people on international development projects abroad combined with responsible travel and great accommodation. We make sure we work to meet the needs of the communities who welcome us into their world - and at the same time offer our travellers amazing experiences which will stay with them a lifetime.

Year Founded: 2004