• Life Below Water

Environmental Educator & Kayak Patrol

location
2 - 12 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
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Frivilligprojekt med højeste kvalitet. Dette projekt tilbyder den højeste kvalitet, der sætter standarder - langt over gennemsnittet.

Højdepunkter

  • 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.

Særligt velegnet til

Alder 18+
Singler
Par
50+

Om programmet

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 ...

Om programmet

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.

Typisk dag

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 ...

Typisk dag

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.

Fritidsaktiviteter

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 ...

Fritidsaktiviteter

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.

Krav

Krav

Minimumsalder: 18 år

For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

Sprogfærdigheder

Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level)

Uddannelseskrav

på High School niveau

Kontrol af kriminel baggrund

påkrævet

Nationalitetsrestriktioner

Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

Tidsforpligtelse

Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag, Fredag og Lørdag fra 08:00 - 19:00

Hvad er inkluderet

Hvad er inkluderet

Tjenester af 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.

Afhentning i lufthavnen i Sultan Ismail Petra Airport

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

Indkvartering

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.

Mad og drikkevarer

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

Internetadgang

Begrænset adgang til projektområdet

Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Flybilletter

Den nærmeste lufthavn er Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) i Kota Bharu. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Malaysia. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

Rejseforsikring

At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Malaysia giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

Vacciner

Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Malaysia, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Malaysia. VACCINE CHECKER

Oplysninger ved ankomst

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

Tilgængelighed
Jan. Febr. Marts April Maj Jun Jul Aug. Sept. Okt. Nov. Dec.

Programgebyrer

2 uger (min. ophold) 1.095€
4 uger 1.745€
6 uger 2.345€
8 uger 2.845€
10 uger 3.545€
12 uger (max. ophold) 4.295€
Gennemsnitligt gebyr 452€/uge

Programgebyrer

452€ pr. uge 2 - 12 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

Betalingsmetoder

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Duration

2 - 12 weeks

Deposit

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Final Payment

Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med GVI under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.

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GVI

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Bianca

Spoken languages: Engelsk

Om projektet

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

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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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