à partir de 3 145€

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  • Life Below Water
  • Life On Land

Coastal Conservation Internship

location
2 - 12 semaines  ·  Âge 18 - 50+
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Clou

  • Collect data and raise awareness about endangered sea turtles, coastal bird life, plastic pollution and environmental education.
  • Live in Phang Nga province, a coastal area known for its dramatic beauty, mangroves, limestone cliffs and white-sand beaches.
  • Learn how to identify species and conduct surveys. Collect data to build a database of terrestrial and marine species in Phang Nga.
  • Work at The Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Centre, assisting with animal care, morphology studies and tank maintenance.
  • Meet weekly with fellow interns and an experienced mentor for project guidance and leadership style feedback.

Particulièrement approprié pour

Âge 18+
Seul voyageur
Couples
Familles
Groupes
50+

À propos du programme

Kick-start your career in conservation by completing this internship in Southern Thailand. Live in the small coastal village of Ban Nam Khem.

Based in Southern Thailand, this coastal conservation internship combines international development with community engagement, addressing real-time conservation needs alongside The Royal Thai Navy. Engage in sea turtle conservation, beach cleanups and island conservation. Join activities like ...

À propos du programme

Based in Southern Thailand, this coastal conservation internship combines international development with community engagement, addressing real-time conservation needs alongside The Royal Thai Navy. Engage in sea turtle conservation, beach cleanups and island conservation. Join activities like coastal and marine research, fieldwork training, turtle conservation and community outreach. Develop leadership skills through training and personal projects, receiving mentorship to excel in the competitive conservation field and make a meaningful impact on Thailand's biodiversity.

You’ll live and work in Ban Nam Khem, a village in Southern Thailand’s Phang Nga province. The area features varied landscapes, from mangroves to pristine white-sand beaches. Phang Nga stands out with its limestone cliffs and scenic coastlines, making it a unique place for your experience.

Journée typique

From sea turtle conservation to beach cleanups, your days are packed with impactful projects. Enjoy delicious meals, reflect on your efforts, and end the day with fun activities or chilling out with your fellow participants. 
Example of a typical day:
07:00 Breakfast is enjoyed as a team.
08:00 Assist ...

Journée typique

From sea turtle conservation to beach cleanups, your days are packed with impactful projects. Enjoy delicious meals, reflect on your efforts, and end the day with fun activities or chilling out with your fellow participants. 
Example of a typical day:
07:00 Breakfast is enjoyed as a team.
08:00 Assist local partners in conservation projects, from sea turtles and beach cleans to biodiversity surveys.
12:00 Lunch at a local spot, whether on a project or at base, as per your schedule.
13:00 Continue with project work or analyse collected data.
17:00 Return to base where you can relax and enjoy some free time.
18:00 Sit down with your group to enjoy a delicious Thai or Burmese meal prepared by a local cook.
19:00 Join a reflective session, discussing the day's work and its impact on the environment and community.
20:00 Time to socialise, enjoy presentations, or simply hang out with fellow participants.

Activités de loisirs

Explore a variety of options during your downtime. Consider island experiences like Similan and Surin for exceptional diving and snorkelling. Alternatively, Phi Phi Islands offer year-round appeal, known for unique limestone cliffs at Viking Cave. If you fancy vibrant beaches and dining, check out ...

Activités de loisirs

Explore a variety of options during your downtime. Consider island experiences like Similan and Surin for exceptional diving and snorkelling. Alternatively, Phi Phi Islands offer year-round appeal, known for unique limestone cliffs at Viking Cave. If you fancy vibrant beaches and dining, check out Khao Lak, a tourist hotspot with expansive coastlines and tranquil spas. For jungle adventures, Khao Sok National Park provides diverse wildlife and the ancient Cheow Larn Lake for jungle treks and kayaking. Explore Krabi Province, popular Phuket, enchanting Railay Beach or the iconic Phang Nga Bay. Experience the mountainous landscapes of Chiang Mai or the lively atmosphere of Bangkok with temples, the Grand Palace and bustling markets. 

Every four weeks, you can enjoy cultural immersion through GVI Experiences. These are included in your program at no extra cost.

Examples of activities may include: 

  • Learn to make traditional Thai and Burmese food.
  • Visit the Buddhist temples of Takuapa.
  • Practise a traditional Thai warrior massage.
  • Master Muay Thai self-defence techniques.
  • Raft along the Sok River.
  • Hike to hidden waterfalls.
  • Visit an untouched mangrove island. 
  • Sleep in a floating river bungalow.

Conditions

Conditions

Âge minimum: 18 ans

Pour participer à ce programme tu dois avoir au moins 18 ans quand le programme commence. Il peut y avoir des exceptions si tu peux montrer la permission de ton tuteur légal ou si tu es accompagné(e) par l'un de tes parents.

Compétences linguistiques

Tu dois parler Anglais (niveau de base)

Vérification des Antécédents Criminels

requis

Documents Requis

Medical Form and Passport Copy

Restrictions de Nationalité

Aucune restriction. De l'aide venant de tous les coins du monde est bienvenu.

Autres Compétences

No specific skills required, all training is provided online 8 weeks prior to program start through self-paced training materials.

Engagement horaire

Nous avons besoin de ton aide pour lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi et vendredi

Services inclus

Services inclus

Services de GVI

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • 24-hour emergency desk
  • 24-hour in-country support
  • Access to alumni services and discounts
  • Airport pickup (unless otherwise stated)

  • All necessary project equipment and materials
  • All necessary project training by experienced staff
  • Location orientation
  • Long term experienced staff
  • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long-term internships)
  • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
  • Welcome meeting
  • 2 sessions with a career mentor 
  • Online courses endorsed by University of Richmond in the United States

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Additional drinks and gratuities
  • COVID-19: Health and Hygiene Fee
  • Extra local excursions
  • Flights
  • International and domestic airport taxes
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Personal items and toiletries
  • Personal kit
  • Police or background check
  • Visa costs (where necessary)

Transfert de l'aéroport Phuket International Airport

Airport pickups can be arranged from 12:00 AM - 06:00 PM the day before your start date, please request this from the GVI office. 

From Phuket Airport you can find several hotels that are within a 5-minute walking distance. Our recommended hotel, Phuket Airport Place offers free airport pickups that you need to book at the time of booking the room. Please note that GVI will not be able to provide transport if you book in Central Phuket, Phuket Town or Patong Beach. Please stay near the meeting point which is near the airport.

Logement

Your accommodation, a comfortable dorm-style setup, is conveniently located just ten minutes from the beach and fifteen minutes from the village centre, offering daily access to local markets and shops. For those preferring more privacy, an upgrade to a nearby guest house is available, providing double beds, air conditioning and a workspace.

Aliments & Boissons

Get ready to enjoy the flavours of authentic Southern Thai cuisine during your program. Local cooks prepare Thai and Burmese lunches and dinners from Sunday to Thursday, adjusting spice levels to your liking. Fridays and Saturdays offer options to cook on base, order from local restaurants or dine out (at your expense). Dietary needs are easily accommodated – simply inform your support coordinator.

Accès à Internet

Bon accès sur le site du projet

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

Billets d'avion

L'aéroport le plus proche est Phuket International Airport (HKT) à Phuket. Nous t'aidons à trouver des vols pas chers pour aller en Thaïlande. TROUVER DES VOLS PAS CHERS

Assurance Voyage

Partir à l'étranger est une aventure et c'est toujours mieux d'être bien préparé. Que ce soit une maladie soudaine, une blessure ou du vol - une assurance voyage pour Thaïlande te protège en cas de situation imprévue. OBTENIR UN DEVIS

Vaccins

Si tu envisages de faire du bénévolat en Thaïlande, nous te conseillons de consulter un médecin avant le début de ton voyage. Renseigne-toi sur les vaccins nécessaires pour Thaïlande. INFOS VACCINS

Informations sur l'arrivée

2024

  • 27 Apr 2024
  • 11 May 2024
  • 25 May 2024
  • 08 Jun 2024
  • 22 Jun 2024
  • 06 Jul 2024
  • 20 Jul 2024
  • 03 Aug 2024
  • 17 Aug 2024
  • 31 Aug 2024
  • 14 Sep 2024
  • 28 Sep 2024
  • 12 Oct 2024
  • 26 Oct 2024
  • 09 Nov 2024
  • 23 Nov 2024
  • 07 Dec 2024
  • 21 Dec 2024
2025
  • 04 Jan 2025
  • 18 Jan 2025
  • 01 Feb 2025
  • 15 Feb 2025
  • 01 Mar 2025
  • 15 Mar 2025
  • 29 Mar 2025
  • 12 Apr 2025
  • 26 Apr 2025
  • 10 May 2025
  • 24 May 2025
  • 07 Jun 2025
  • 21 Jun 2025
  • 05 Jul 2025
  • 19 Jul 2025
  • 02 Aug 2025
  • 16 Aug 2025
  • 30 Aug 2025
  • 13 Sep 2025
  • 27 Sep 2025
  • 11 Oct 2025
  • 25 Oct 2025
  • 08 Nov 2025
  • 22 Nov 2025
  • 06 Dec 2025
  • 20 Dec 2025
Disponibilité
janv. févr. mars avril mai juin juil. août sept. oct. nov. déc.

Frais de Programme

2 semaines (durée min.) 3 145€
4 semaines 4 045€
6 semaines 4 945€
8 semaines 5 845€
10 semaines 6 795€
12 semaines (durée max.) 7 645€
Prix moyen 1 104€/semaine

Frais de Programme

1 104€ par semaine 2 - 12 semaines Âge 18 - 50+

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PAS DE FRAIS DE CARTE DE CRÉDIT

Durée

2 - 12 semaines

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Paiement final

Le paiement du montant restant doit être organisé avec GVI durant le processus de candidature. Très souvent ce paiement est effectué par virement bancaire ou en espèces.

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Génial 4.7 rating (193 avis)

Agence - fondée en 1998

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Sur le projet

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

Rencontrez votre hôte

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.

193 avis · rating4.7

Madeleine Lawrence rating4.8

2023 at Coastal Conservation Internship

I felt like it would be a life-altering experience going to Thailand for four weeks with GVI, and I was so completely right. Meeting volunteers from all sorts of backgrounds was so enriching and the friendships formed were so touching. The staff were all so caring and energetic, I felt inspired and ...
Camila Castellanos rating5

2020 at Coastal Conservation Internship

To be part of GVI on a volunteer program is the most beautiful way to know the world. To know different cultures, to be aware about the problems that humanity faces and to be part of the solution. Is your grain of sand for change the world with your actions. Travel with purpose, learning, living. ..
Nanna Madsen rating5

2024 at Empowerment of Women

My journey started out pretty chaotic as my flight to Ghana got cancelled. I got on a new flight and when I arrived in Ghana a day later than expected, the airline had lost my luggage. I called GVI Ghana and the staff helped me to sort the situation quickly. Overall I am really pleased about my ...
Mary Christensen rating5

2024 at Community Development Internship

GVI is a passionate organization that works diligently to promote life long learners and explorers. As an intern with GVI, I was able to explore the culture of my country of choice, serve a purpose greater than myself, and meet friends all around the world. I highly recommend this program to anyone ...
Pam Parkes rating5

2024 at Women's Empowerment Internship

I really enjoyed my recent trip to Siem Reap. The accommodation was very good, I upgraded to a single room with aircon and en-suite and had a fabulous room overlooking the pool. Food was excellent with plenty of choice, both in the guest house and local restaurants where we ate in the evenings ...
Rebecca Suter rating5

2024 at Empowerment of Women Internship

GVI Ghana has been absolutely incredible. The staff are so amazing at what they do and have an amazing balance between professional and friendly. It really feels like you are part of a family and the atmosphere on base makes you really feel at home. The work itself has been so rewarding. The ...

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