Sea Turtle Conservation for Teenagers

location
2 - 2 weken  ·  Leeftijd 15 - 50+

rating  Buitengewoon 5  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
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Highlights

  • Help the environment, gain experience, and have fun, all at the same time!
  • Work with crocodiles
  • Become part of our ongoing efforts to protect endangered sea turtles
  • Team up with a group your age, enjoy social and cultural activities along with an exciting weekend trip
  • Explore Mexico and have the opportunity to learn and practice Spanish everyday


Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 15+
Alleenstaanden

Over het programma

Work with conservation experts to help protect turtle nests and eggs, do biodiversity studies in the lagoon, and travel to a crocodile centre to study the animals there.

+++ PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROGRAM IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR 15-18 YEAR OLDS +++

Eager to team up with people your age to protect the environment? Can you picture yourself carefully scooping up a turtle egg from the sand and moving it to a safe nest until it hatches? Do you want to release a newborn turtle ...

Over het programma

+++ PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROGRAM IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR 15-18 YEAR OLDS +++

Eager to team up with people your age to protect the environment? Can you picture yourself carefully scooping up a turtle egg from the sand and moving it to a safe nest until it hatches? Do you want to release a newborn turtle and watch it scurry over the sand and into the ocean? If you answered yes, then this is the project for you.

You’ll work with a group of teenagers, and get involved in hands-on work at our Conservation Project. You’ll also learn directly from conservation experts. Together with your group, you’ll be getting your hands dirty digging in the sand for turtle eggs, counting the animals you spot in the lagoon, and more. It’s the perfect combination of conservation work and adventure!

This High School Special gives you plenty of experience, which can help you decide if a career in conservation is for you. This is also a great way to add practical experience to your CV, and it will give you interesting points to talk about in applications or interviews. You’ll also develop your personal skills, like teamwork, planning, and communication. These skills can be applied to any career you pursue. 

You don’t need previous experience to join. You’ll be supervised by experts, and our staff are always available to provide guidance and advice. All you need to do is focus on working hard, learning, and having fun.


Dagelijkse activiteiten

Your project will be divided into the following:

Search for and move turtle nests to a protected area

Coastal erosion is a big problem affecting turtles in Mexico. However, poachers have proven to be an even bigger problem. Once a turtle has laid eggs, poachers dig up the eggs to sell at local ...

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Your project will be divided into the following:

Search for and move turtle nests to a protected area

Coastal erosion is a big problem affecting turtles in Mexico. However, poachers have proven to be an even bigger problem. Once a turtle has laid eggs, poachers dig up the eggs to sell at local markets. To protect the nests, we do beach patrols everyday. When we find a nest, we move it to a safe location at the ecological centre we work with. This is a protected area, and the eggs will incubate in peace here. Once the eggs hatch, we release hatchlings into the ocean.

Care for turtles at the ecological centre

At the ecological centre, the government has given them permission to keep turtles, especially those who have been injured and cannot be released back into the wild. They need your help to look after all the turtles living here. Your group will help clean the tanks, and make sure turtles are fed and cared for. Each turtle is also weighed and measured once a month.

Community beach clean-ups

Reducing litter in our oceans is vital for keeping marine life safe. Rubbish, particularly non-biodegradable plastic, is hazardous. The sea turtles that nest here can get caught in the discarded plastic. Or, they may mistake it for food, which can hurt and even kill them.

Your group will work together to keep the beach as clean as possible. With this many hands involved, you’ll be able to remove a lot of rubbish from the environment.

Take Spanish lessons

As a Spanish-speaking country, Mexico is a great place for you to either start learning, or practise what you already know. You’ll receive two hours of Spanish lessons every day during the week. Classes are taught in small groups and are extremely interactive. Your lessons are adjusted depending on your level, so you don’t need to worry about not being able to keep up.

Work with crocodiles

You will visit La Colorada Crocodile Centre, in Cofradia de Morelos, once a week. Here, you’ll help to clean and maintain the pens and the centre’s facilities. You will also be involved in taking biometric data and marking the crocodiles in nearby lagoons.


Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

Exploring Mexico

Finally, this project is also an opportunity for you to travel, learn, and grow in a safe environment with a group of volunteers your age. On the weekend, we’ll take you on a trip to a local beach resort to experience more of Mexico. Make the most of the opportunity to have some ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

Exploring Mexico

Finally, this project is also an opportunity for you to travel, learn, and grow in a safe environment with a group of volunteers your age. On the weekend, we’ll take you on a trip to a local beach resort to experience more of Mexico. Make the most of the opportunity to have some fun in the sun with your new friends!


Voorwaarden

Voorwaarden

Minimum leeftijd: 15 jaar

Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je ten minste 15 jaar te zijn op de startdatum van het programma.

Taalkennis

Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (basis niveau)

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

Tijdsinzet

Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten door Projects Abroad

  • Accommodation

  • Food (three meals a day)

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off

  • Full induction and orientation by an experienced staff member on arrival

  • Transport to and from your work placement

  • In-country support and 24-hour back-up from our team of full-time local staff

  • Emergency assistance from our international emergency response team

  • Project equipment and materials, including access to our database with thousands of resources

  • Training and workshops from our experienced local staff

  • Regular social events and community activities with other volunteers and interns

  • Access to our local office with internet connection

  • Certification of project completion

  • A cultural awareness course

  • Membership to our volunteer social media groups, to share information and to get in touch

  • Organised weekend tourism trips

  • Dedicated full-time staff members with you 24 hours a day

Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Don Miguel Hidal Y Costilla International Airport

A member of Projects Abroad staff will be waiting for you with a sign when you arrive at Miguel Hidalgo Costilla Guadalajara International Airport. Depending on where you’re travelling from, you may need to stop over within the United States, and then transfer to another flight to get to Guadalajara.

If the project you’re joining is based in Cuyutlan, you will stay with a host family in Guadalajara overnight. You’ll then travel to Cuyutlan (3 hour drive) on the following day.

Our main offices are based in Guadalajara.

Accomodatie

You'll share accommodation with other Projects Abroad volunteers during your stay in Cuyutlan. This is a great way to get to know your fellow volunteers, share experiences, and explore your surroundings in your time together.

On our High School Specials, we will always try to have you share a room with at least one volunteer or intern of the same sex and approximate age. Your room will be modest, but comfortable, clean, and safe.


Eten & Drank

Your programme fees include three meals a day.

Internet toegang

Makkelijke toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is Don Miguel Hidal Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Mexico. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

Reisverzekering

Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Mexico biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Mexico dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Mexico. VACCINATIE CHECKER

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Beschikbaarheid
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Programmakosten

2 weken 2.245€
Gemiddelde kosten 1.122€/week

Programmakosten

1.122€ per week 2 - 2 weken Leeftijd 15 - 50+

Betaalmethodes

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GEEN CREDITCARDKOSTEN


Duurtijd

2 - 2 weken

Waarborg

De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.


Finale betaling

Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door Projects Abroad gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.


Ontmoet je organisatie

Projects Abroad

Buitengewoon 5 rating (207 beoordelingen)

Agentschap - opgericht in 1992

Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

  Uitstekend Responsgraad

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Bethany

Gesproken talen: Engels

Over de organisatie

For over 30 years, Projects Abroad has been the world's leading provider of international volunteer programs, internships, and life-changing travel experiences.

Ontmoet je organisatie

For over 30 years, Projects Abroad has been the world's leading provider of international volunteer programs, internships, and life-changing travel experiences.  

We connect passionate individuals with impactful projects that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, fostering a better future for all.

Why Choose Projects Abroad?

  • Impactful projects: Make a real difference in communities worldwide while gaining valuable skills and experience.
  • Responsible travel: We champion sustainable practices and ethical interactions, ensuring your journey is both enriching and responsible.
  • Safety first: Your well-being is our top priority. We provide comprehensive support and 24/7 assistance throughout your experience.
  • Trusted provider: Over 130,000 participants have trusted us with their transformative journeys.
  • Diverse opportunities: Choose from a wide range of projects in healthcare, conservation, education, and more.

Join Projects Abroad and embark on a transformative adventure that will broaden your horizons, deepen your understanding of the world, and empower you to create lasting change.

207 beoordelingen · rating5

Gabriel Astaix-Vitman rating5

2019 at Sea Turtle Conservation for Teenagers

I particularly esnoyed night patrols and seeing turtles laying their eggs as well as the overall volunteer idea and helping in the tortugario. ...
Naomi Chapman rating5

2019 at Sea Turtle Conservation for Teenagers

Malaque was amazing to just relax and really embrace more of the Mexican culture and appreciate the beauty of the landscapes. The hands on work with the turtles was great and I enjoyed all the different stations because each were important for different reasons. Night patrol was also one of ...
Elie Schneider Wallaert rating5

2018 at Sea Turtle Conservation for Teenagers

Google Translator: The other volunteers with whom I was able to share very beautiful moments. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Original Review: Les autres volontaires avec qui j’ai pu partager de très beaux ...
Lucy Brazier rating5

2017 at Sea Turtle Conservation for Teenagers

I enjoyed meeting new people. Helping endangered species. Cleaning up the beach to help make a difference. Experiencing a completely different culture to what I am used to. Knowing my contribution to the project helps towards a bigger goal. ..
Phoebe Coupland rating5

2020 at Medical Intern

The most enjoyable experience in Nepal was the Chitwan safari on one of our leisure activities that went for the weekend. In CMC hosptial working in maternity and the operation theatre, we had the amazing experience of being able to watch a lot of babies being ...

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