• Life Below Water

Environmental Educator & Kayak Patrol

location
2 - 12 Wochen  ·  Alter 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Environmental initiative at the village school: Help design engaging lesson plans for both senior and junior members. Contribute to planning and carrying out activities that align with our goals.
  • Coral conservation: Explore Perhentian’s underwater world through snorkelling and freediving, learning about coral health.
  • Kayak patrols: Join Perhentian’s village rangers to kayak around the village, ensuring trash-free waters.
  • Precious Plastics machine: As part of our plastic waste education, we utilise this innovative tool to collect and transform tess ype 2 and type 5 plastics into new products.
  • Beach cleanups: We conduct weekly sessions to keep our shores and oceans safe for marine life. Participants assist in cleanup, sorting trash and collecting data.

Besonders geeignet für

Alter 18+
Alleinreisend
Pärchen
50+

Über das Programm

On this volunteer program in Malaysia, you’ll contribute to island conservation efforts through a combination of community engagement, snorkelling and kayaking.

On this volunteer program in Malaysia, you’ll contribute to island conservation efforts through a combination of community engagement, snorkelling and kayaking. We’re committed to education initiatives with a focus on healthy ecosystems and marine conservation. This ensures benefits for both the ...

Über das Programm

On this volunteer program in Malaysia, you’ll contribute to island conservation efforts through a combination of community engagement, snorkelling and kayaking. We’re committed to education initiatives with a focus on healthy ecosystems and marine conservation. This ensures benefits for both the local community and the marine park through sustainable ecotourism.

In the short term, our goal is to offer environmental awareness classes and activities for the local community and visitors to the Perhentian Islands. Looking ahead, our goal is to spearhead marine conservation efforts by partnering with local community members and stakeholders. This collaboration ensures long-term benefits for both people and nature.

Location
Tucked away off the northeastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, The Perhentian Islands promise a genuine tropical adventure. Kuala Besut, the closest city, serves as the gateway for island transfers, making it easy to reach this remote destination. 

Discover Perhentian Kecil Island through our volunteer program, where you’ll live in the island’s sole village. Dive into vibrant coral reefs, encounter diverse marine life and enjoy breathtaking underwater scenes while snorkeling or diving. Enjoy authentic local cuisine and immerse yourself in traditional Malay culture, all set against serene beaches perfect for relaxation and stunning sunsets over turquoise waters.

Your contribution
As a volunteer in Malaysia, you’ll play a vital role in these initiatives. You might be teaching environmental education, helping with coral conservation or joining kayak patrols to keep waters clean.

Tagesablauf

A typical day kicks off with breakfast at 8:00 AM at the volunteer house. Starting at 9:00 AM, you’ll participate in project activities like lesson planning, gardening, mural painting, or coral snorkeling surveys. Lunch is at 1:00 PM, either back at the volunteer house or in the village.

In the ...

Tagesablauf

A typical day kicks off with breakfast at 8:00 AM at the volunteer house. Starting at 9:00 AM, you’ll participate in project activities like lesson planning, gardening, mural painting, or coral snorkeling surveys. Lunch is at 1:00 PM, either back at the volunteer house or in the village.

In the afternoon, from 3:00 PM onwards, you’ll lead classes at the local school hall – think eco classes, English sessions or WWF eco school programs. From 5:00 PM, you’ll join eco club students for citizen science activities at the village beach, such as Coral Watch snorkeling or kayak plastic patrols. Alternatively, you can unwind with some free time.

At 7:00 PM, dinner is served with the team, usually cooked together. Once a week, you’ll enjoy an authentic Malay dinner with a local Malay family.

Freizeitaktivitäten

During your free time, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Relax on the beach, snorkel around colourful reefs or kayak in the clear waters. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a hike through the jungle and explore the island’s natural beauty. 

Don’t forget to try the local cuisine and enjoy a ...

Freizeitaktivitäten

During your free time, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Relax on the beach, snorkel around colourful reefs or kayak in the clear waters. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a hike through the jungle and explore the island’s natural beauty. 

Don’t forget to try the local cuisine and enjoy a drink at one of the bars. And make sure to catch the stunning sunsets – they’re absolutely breathtaking! 

In the village, we respectfully adhere to local customs that prohibit alcoholic drinks. However, participants can enjoy drinks on other beaches during their off days.

Voraussetzungen

Voraussetzungen

Mindestalter: 18 Jahre

Um an diesem Programm teilzunehmen, musst du zu Programmbeginn mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Es kann Ausnahmen geben, wenn du die Erlaubnis deines/r Erziehungsberechtigten vorlegen kannst oder wenn du von deinen Eltern begleitet wirst

Sprachkenntnisse

Du brauchst folgende Sprachkenntnisse: Englisch (Grundkenntnisse)

Ausbildung

auf High School Niveau

Polizeiliches Führungszeugnis

erforderlich

Staatszugehörigkeit

Es gibt keine Beschränkungen. Helfende Hände aus aller Welt sind willkommen.

Arbeitszeiten

Deine Hilfe wird an folgenden Tagen benötigt: Montag, Dienstag, Mittwoch, Donnerstag, Freitag und Samstag von 08:00 - 19:00

Leistungen

Leistungen

Dienstleistungen von GVI

Program fees include:

  • Project work: Assist with community activities to raise environmental awareness .
  • Accommodation: Shared dorm-style accommodation in a house in the village.
  • Meals: Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Airport transfer: You'll get collected from Kota Bharu airport (KBR) and catch a boat from Kuala Besut jetty to Perhentian Kecil.
  • Comprehensive pre-departure support: Includes a dedicated support coordinator to answer your questions, an Essential Info Pack, and a webinar to learn more about your program.
  • Comprehensive in-country support: Includes a welcome orientation, including safety, culture and environmental info. A Program Manager is there to support you.
  • 24/7 mental health support: Receive support services provided by licensed professionals.
  • Local transport: Transport to and from project work by boat.

Abholung vom Flughafen Sultan Ismail Petra Airport

You'll get collected from Kota Bharu airport (KBR) and catch a boat from Kuala Besut jetty to Perhentian Kecil.

Unterkunft

Live the island life at the volunteer house situated in the only village on the island of Perhentian Kecil. Here is where you will spend your nights enjoying home-cooked meals with fellow volunteers and unwinding before your next adventure. The house contains three dorm-style bedrooms with a communal bathroom. Bedding and mosquito nets are provided, along with safe drinking water and fans. 

Accommodation upgrades are available upon request. Enjoy a private room with air conditioning and en suite bathroom, suitable for individuals or couples.

Wi-Fi is only available at the project team house, so we recommend purchasing a SIM card at the main airport upon arrival to stay connected with friends and family when you’re at the volunteer house.

Verpflegung

Meals include
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Dietary requirements can be accommodated

Internetzugriff

Limitierte Verbindung vor Ort

Was ist NICHT inklusive?

Was ist NICHT inklusive?

Flugtickets

Der nächstgelegene Flughafen ist Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) in Kota Bharu. Wir helfen dir günstige Flüge nach Malaysia zu finden. FINDE GÜNSTIGE FLÜGE

Reiseversicherung

Ins Ausland zu gehen ist ein Abenteuer, auf das man sich stets gut vorbereiten sollte. Plötzliche Krankheit oder Verletzung, Stornierung oder Diebstahl - eine Reiseversicherung für Malaysia bietet die nötige Sicherheit. ANGEBOT EINHOLEN

Impfungen

Bevor du deine Freiwilligenarbeit in Malaysia antrittst, solltest du dich noch einmal von deinem Arzt beraten lassen und deine erforderlichen Impfungen für Malaysia überprüfen. IMPFSCHUTZ ÜBERPRÜFEN

Informationen zur Anreise

2025 dates:

  • 14 Apr 2025
  • 25 Apr 2025
  • 12 May 2025
  • 26 May 2025
  • 09 Jun 2025
  • 23 Jun 2025
  • 07 Jul 2025
  • 21 Jul 2025
  • 04 Aug 2025
  • 18 Aug 2025
  • 01 Sep 2025
  • 15 Sep 2025
  • 13 Oct 2025
  • 27 Oct 2025
  • 10 Nov 2025
  • 24 Nov 2025
  • 08 Dec 2025
  • 22 Dec 2025

Verfügbarkeit
Jan Feb Mär Apr Mai Jun Jul Aug Sep Okt Nov Dez

Programmgebühren

2 Wochen (Mindestaufenthalt) 1.095€
4 Wochen 1.745€
6 Wochen 2.345€
8 Wochen 2.845€
10 Wochen 3.545€
12 Wochen (Maximaler Aufenthalt) 4.295€
Durchschnittliche Gebühren 452€/Woche

Programmgebühren

452€ / Woche 2 - 12 Wochen Alter 18 - 50+

Zahlungsarten

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Dauer

2 - 12 Wochen

Anzahlung

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Ausstehende Zahlung

Deine Restzahlung vereinbarst du mit GVI während des Bewerbungsprozesses. Normalerweise handelt es sich um eine Banküberweisung oder eine Barzahlung am Projektstandort.

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GVI

Ausgezeichnet 4.8 rating (221 Bewertungen)

Agentur - gegründet 1998

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Über die Organisation

GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

Lerne deine Organisation kennen

Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

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