• Life Below Water

Sea Turtle Guardian

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1 - 12 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
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Højdepunkter

  • Collect data about population structure, genetic origin and in-water habitats of endangered sea turtles.
  • Hands-on experience in conservation efforts, including options for research, environmental education and community projects.
  • Ideal for those studying animal science, marine biology, zoology, ecology, conservation.

Højdepunkter

  • Collect data about population structure, genetic origin and in-water habitats of endangered sea turtles.
  • Hands-on experience in conservation efforts, including options for research, environmental education and community projects.
  • Ideal for those studying animal science, marine biology, zoology, ecology, conservation.

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    Alder 18+
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    Om programmet

    Collect data about population structure, genetic origin and in-water habitats of endangered sea turtles.

    The Dulce Gulf, meaning the Sweet Gulf is located off the Osa peninsula, one of 25 biodiversity hotspots worldwide. In fact, the Dulce Gulf is one of only four tropical fjords in existence. Yet very little is known about this place and its inhabitants, which include macaws, monkeys, dolphins, whales ...

    Om programmet

    The Dulce Gulf, meaning the Sweet Gulf is located off the Osa peninsula, one of 25 biodiversity hotspots worldwide. In fact, the Dulce Gulf is one of only four tropical fjords in existence. Yet very little is known about this place and its inhabitants, which include macaws, monkeys, dolphins, whales and of course sea turtles. This astoundingly beautiful area is the home of this important In-water Sea Turtle Conservation programme. The international NGO running this project has been working for over two decades together with scientists, conservationists and educators to promote sustainable sea turtle projects in the wider Caribbean region.

    The project focuses on carrying out in-water studies of the Hawksbill and Eastern Pacific Green Turtles. Because of the unique biological characteristics of sea turtles, the marine conservation efforts surrounding them is very complex, challenging to predict and requires a long-term commitment. The goal of this project is to protect and help the turtles while at the same time educating and involving the local community, which in turn will generate an alternative and sustainable source of income for local families.

    Sea turtles spend a large part of their long lives migrating between nesting and foraging areas. These foraging areas often include both young and adult turtles, as they can sometimes also be habitats for nesting. As a result, the quality of these areas is of critical importance. Despite this, very little is in fact known about the habitats and their use, since most conservation efforts are focused solely on nesting beaches. The in-water studies consist of entering feeding habitat used by sea turtles in different life stages to collect data about population structure, genetic origin, health status and in-water habitat use. This data is used to assess the types of threats to which sea turtles are exposed to in the area.

    This project also runs a rescue and rehabilitation centre, as well as a mangrove reforestation effort. Studies are also carried out on the health of the off-shore sea grass bed, which is an important feeding habitat for many species, turtles included.

    Typisk dag

    In-Water Sea Turtle Monitoring

    It is important to remember that sea turtles always come first. This may mean working long, hard hours under hot and humid conditions; but in the end, it is worth it!

    In-water monitoring surveys will be conducted at least twice a week (weather permitting) for about 6 ...

    Typisk dag

    In-Water Sea Turtle Monitoring

    It is important to remember that sea turtles always come first. This may mean working long, hard hours under hot and humid conditions; but in the end, it is worth it!

    In-water monitoring surveys will be conducted at least twice a week (weather permitting) for about 6 hours at a time. Before setting out, the boat has to be prepared and you will be needed to help make sure all the necessary equipment is ready and on board. Once a sea turtle is caught, you will help take biometric data, tag and collect tissue and blood samples if needed. Depending on the condition of the turtle it will either be taken back to the rescue centre or released immediately back into the water.

    Rescue Centre

    The rescue centre was built to treat injured or sick turtles encountered during the in-water monitoring work or nearby beaches. When a sick or injured turtle is admitted to the centre, you will assist staff in evaluating the patient, recording data and helping stabilize the turtle. Other general duties in the centre include preparing food and feeding the turtles, changing water and cleaning holding tanks as well maintaining the centre tidy and clean at all times.

    Mangrove Reforestation

    Mangroves play a very important role in the coastal ecosystems on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica and their rapid decline is a major cause of concern, not only for the sea turtles, but for the many other species they benefit as well.
    Duties involved with this work include:

    • Looking for seeds
    • Gathering mud for plants and seedlings
    • Sowing seeds in the plant nursery
    • Planting propagules in the designated reforestation areas
    • Maintaining plant nursery

    Sea Grass Monitoring

    Sea grass meadows are a crucial reason as to why we find sea turtles in the area and they are one of the most productive ecosystems on earth.  As a part of the project you will help monitor the health status of these beds. Monitoring activities carried out will depend on local conditions.
    During your time off from the conservation work, you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Osa peninsula, a biodiversity hotspot in Costa Rica. Due to the absence of strong currents and waves, the water is perfect for swimming and snorkeling. The nearest town is 30 minutes away from the project, where you will find a greater variety of amenities.

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    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)

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester af Global Nomadic

    What’s included

    • Airport pickup & transfer to the project (including first night stay in hostel)
    • Program orientation and training
    • Emergency and 24/7 In-Country Support
    • Accommodation and 3 Meals Daily
    • Certificate of Completion and CV Reference support

    What’s Not included

    • Additional meals, drinks, and gratuities
    • Extra local excursions
    • Flights
    • International and domestic airport taxes
    • Medical and travel insurance
    • Personal items and toiletries
    • Police or background check
    • Visa costs (where necessary)

    Full assistance will be provided in getting all these arranged if you choose our Premium Support.

    Indkvartering

    You will be staying 200 meters from the project base and staff house, in basic dorm style rooms shared with other volunteers. 3 meals per day will be provided by our local cook, and all volunteers will eat together.


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    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Afhentning i lufthavnen i Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Afhentning i lufthavnen er heller ikke inkluderet i programgebyret.

    Mad og drikkevarer

    Mad, snacks og drikkevarer koster ekstra.

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) i San Jose. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vacciner

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

    Oplysninger ved ankomst

    You will be met at San Jose International airport and taken to a nearby hostel for your first night. The next day the coordinator will meet you at the hostel and give you an introduction and orientation to the project. You will then take the mid-day public bus to Osa. The project is located about 8 hours drive away from San Jose and goes through some of the highest points in Costa Rica so be sure to bring a warm sweater as it can be cold in places!

    We can arrange airport pickup for an additional fee should you need.

    Tilgængelighed
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    Programgebyrer

    1 uge (min. ophold) 1.302€
    2 uger 2.605€
    3 uger 3.907€
    4 uger 5.209€
    6 uger 7.814€
    8 uger 10.419€
    12 uger (max. ophold) 15.628€
    Gennemsnitligt gebyr 1.302€/uge

    Programgebyrer

    1.302€ pr. uge 1 - 12 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

    Betalingsmetoder

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    Duration

    1 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

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    Final Payment

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

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    Global Nomadic

    Perfect 4.6 rating (38 feltrapporter)

    Agentur - grundlagt i 2009

    Verificeret af Volunteer World

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    Vært er

    Jeremy

    Om projektet

    We believe real change can happen when people find life-enhancing opportunities.

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    Who we are

    Global Nomadic empowers positive change by connecting people with projects

    Global Nomadic was founded in 2008 with one clear goal – to empower change by connecting people. We believe real change can only come about when people are able to find the right opportunities with the right organisations. Over the past years, we have grown to offer high-quality international internships in a wide range of professional fields, but our aim is still the same; connecting people with projects.

    We provide aspiring young professionals with exactly what is needed to set them apart in the very competitive world we live in. We exist to help you further your career through educational international work experience placements, but also to help NGOs around the world carry out their community-building work, by connecting them with you. By working with local NGOs, charities, and communities you will gain excellent experience and valuable skills, aiding you to further your ambitions – whilst making a difference where it’s needed most.

    This world is not a perfect place – and we don’t claim to be able to fix it. But what we can do is provide a bridge between you and the people who can. Our mission is to work towards a better and more stable world by connecting people with projects. We believe we work better together than apart. We believe travel and exposure to other cultures, beliefs and ways of life are the best ways to achieve this. We believe you can travel the world and travel your career.

    What we do

    We provide access to vetted, worthwhile international internships in a wide range of professional fields.

    We work in a range of different fields from veterinary medicine and environmental conservation to journalism, public health, business development and education – matching you with reputable, worthwhile organisations around the world. Unlike many other volunteer organisations, we have personally visited and vetted our project partners, to ensure you a safe and worthwhile international experience.

    We also choose to only work with partners whose projects contribute to their local community in a sustainable manner. We do not support, nor advocate orphanage tourism or irresponsible wildlife conservation projects. Our aim is to help our project partners focus on their core work by offering an easy way to find committed interns and volunteers to support their daily activities.

    Our volunteers

    Global Nomadic is a trusted community meeting space connecting people with NGO projects around the world.

    We also offer helping you to source and organise the best flights, insurance, visas and all the many other things you will need before you reach your project destinations, including country guides, packing lists and much more! We want to make sure that you have the volunteering time of your life.

    Global Nomadic personally visits all volunteer sites to ensure a quality experience for volunteers. You will receive support before, during and after your placement.

    38 feltrapporter · rating4.6

    katalin csernai rating5

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    The programme was well organised . It is a very meaningful programme. Everyone was very friendly and supportive. I can warmly recommend it to anyone this experience ...
    Kylie Jones rating5

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    This was our first volunteering experience and we absolutely loved it. The feeling of gratitude and humility at being able to assist a little bit is so rewarding. What an amazing team of kind and hardworking staff and volunteers, and the warm smiles and greetings we had from customers I will never ...
    Enya Niedermeier rating4.8

    2024 at Teaching and Sports Education

    The Green Lion staff are some of the nicest people I have ever met. The other volunteers were so nice too and it was very easy to find likeminded people to hang out with. The program itself was amazing and also educational. Doing sport with the children was so fulfilling and everyone was polite and ...
    Dominic Aeschlimann rating4.8

    2024 at Construction & Renovation of Community Facilities

    I have been two weeks in the project to help in diffrent stuff like painting and prepairing bricks. I enjoyed it a lot and the locals were so happy when they saw it. The stuff is lovley and the other voulenteers too. i would do it immediately ...
    Anais hulot rating3.2

    2024 at English Literacy Teaching

    Incroyable expérience dans une école malgache. L'accueil a été très chaleureux, les enseignants sont très heureux de nous accueillir et leur enseigner l'anglais est plus qu'utile car ils vivent sur une île plutôt touristique. J'ai vraiment eu le sentiment de leur apporter quelque chose. J'ai ...
    Beatriz Nicolau rating5

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    I had the privilege of participating in this program which I can only describe as the best experience of my life. Angelo, the driving force behind this initiative, is an incredible individual dedicated to making the world a better place. My week on board was nothing short of amazing, offering me a ...

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