Marine Conservation and Turtle Rehabilitation
Project name:
Atoll Volunteers
Project purpose:
Marine Conservation and Turtle Rehabilitation
Project activities:
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animal interaction
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animal rehabilitation
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community awareness
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data collection/analysis
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habitat restoration/management
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teaching
Weekly cost (approx USD):
$
696
Direct benefits you gain:
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cultural integration
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data/statistical skills
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field research skills
Noteworthy conservation points:
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
Shared room with en suit facilities and AC. Private room available upon request
When does the project run?
Facilities:
accommodation included, food included, electricity, local shops, nearby medical facilities, cold shower, western toilets, wifi
How long can I stay?
Requirements:
Passion for marine conservation
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
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Operating from Atoll Marine Centre, we rescue turtles from the illegal pet trade and those who have been injured from ghost nets, rehabilitate, and reintroduce them back to the wild. As a volunteer, you will be an integral part of our team, working with our Marine Biologists on the day to day running of the Marine Centre and turtle husbandry activities, from cleaning and feeding, to assisting with administrating medical treatment. Volunteers also have the opportunity to gain experience in coral gardening, data collection and community outreach.
Reviews & ratings
Francisco
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
An amazing project with amazing staff
I work as a travel agent, bringing volunteers to DAKTARI and other projects around the world. After helping a lot of volunteers fulfill their dreams of coming to South Africa, I managed to arrange 2 weeks to spend at the project. What a wonderful time I had starting with the staff who are so friendly and polite, the animals being taken care of as if they were family and the amazing food that was prepared catering to each of the volunteers individual needs. I can only say that if you are looking for an unique and quality experience involving a well thought out educational program and the preservation of native animal species, this is the one for you.
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
leslie
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
great experience
i had an enjoyable stay here in DAKTARI. be surrounded by wild animals is a chance and i also loved the teaching part of my stay
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
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