Amazon Wildlife Research & Community Expedition

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Rural Areas

Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Expeditions depart throughout the year

Description: Want to research endangered species in a truly remote and beautiful part of the Amazon Rainforest? GVI and its partner, the Ecuadorian Foundation for Integrated Education and Development (FUNEDESIN) have established an innovative education centre for students from local communities on the Napo River between the cities of Tena and Coca, in the eastern part of Ecuador. Expedition members work alongside students and teachers and receive on-site training to carry out a variety of projects involving scientific investigation and education. Rigorous training is provided to ensure a holistic understanding of the rainforest, with subjects including conservation, rainforest ecology, bird and mammal identification, bird call identification, amphibian and reptile studies, Teaching English as a Foreign Language and emergency first aid. Expedition members are needed for 5 or 10 weeks, internships are also available.

Highlights: This is a unique opportunity to study rare and endangered species, work alongside the local community and experience life deep in the Amazon Rainforest as part of a research team. All training, food, accommodation and orientation included, as well as basic Spanish tuition intro to TEFL and a 3 night camping trip. Free Careers Abroad field work placement and job vacancy service for ALL former expedition members.

Qualifications: No experience is required as comprehensive training is given which includes both indoor lectures and field practical which will provide a baseline and holistic understanding of all aspects of the rainforest, on which to build throughout your stay.

Cost in US$: From $2625 for 5 weeks

Experience Required: no

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 Ecuador Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of up to 16

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