från 740€

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  • Life Below Water

Sea Turtle Supporter

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2 - 12 veckor  ·  Ålder 18 - 50+
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Höjdpunkter

  • Create a more sustainable environment for Sea Turtles, so that they can recover as a species.
  • Improve and gain valuable first-hand knowledge in biology such as nesting beach monitoring, scientific data collection and turtle nesting habits.
  • Practise your Spanish and learn more about Panama's culture by being around locals
  • Encourage social responsibility within these communities.
  • Enjoy some of the interesting and beautiful things Panama has to offer: tropical beaches, beautiful landscapes, a very rich and unique culture.

Särskilt lämplig för

Ålder 18+
Singlar
Par
Familjer
Grupper
50+

Om programmet

Help local turtle populations prosper by spreading awareness about them in nearby communities, protecting them, and creating an adequate environment for them to exist in.

Sea turtles are currently facing great threats in the coasts of the Pacific Ocean right now: poaching, pollution, lack of available mating partners, among others. The main objective of this project is diminishing the impact of all of those threats through many activities volunteers perform, so that ...

Om programmet

Sea turtles are currently facing great threats in the coasts of the Pacific Ocean right now: poaching, pollution, lack of available mating partners, among others. The main objective of this project is diminishing the impact of all of those threats through many activities volunteers perform, so that the different endangered Sea Turtle species that nest in this area will be able to sustainably keep on existing in the area. This project is supported by volunteers, local students and residents, and biologists. 

This project is an extremely valuable and enriching experience to any volunteers because it allows them to directly collaborate with the survival of many endangered species, while also acquiring first-hand scientific knowledge, such as turtle nesting habits, scientific data collection methods, identifying different turtle species, among many others. Additionally, you will have the unique chance of immersing yourself in the local Panamanian culture found in the communities you will be staying at. 

In the Pacific coast of Panama, turtles tend to nest from mid-June until February. The turtles that nest at this site are:

  • Olive Ridley Turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea)
  • Hawksbill Turtles (Eretmochelys imbricata)
  • Green or black Turtles (Chelonia mydas)
  • Leatherback Turtles (Dermochelys olivacea)

This is a particularly important nesting site, as four out of the seven known species of Marine Turtles nest in this area.

As a volunteer, you will be guided by a biologist working as a coordinator during the project; you may expect to perform tasks such as:  preparing sand for nurseries, protect female turtles while they lay their eggs, measure turtles, identify the type of turtle species, relocate eggs into the nursery, follow up and take care of eggs within the nursery, release any turtles that hatch to the beach, patrolling nesting areas at night (usually between 22:00 and 00:00), give maintenance to areas where the project is developed (beaches, nursery stations..), giving workshops at local schools and to the general community about the importance of caring for the environment and turtles, among many other tasks that may arise based on specific needs that may arise.

Typisk dag

This volunteer project takes place in the province of Chame, about 2 hours from the capital, Panama City.
Volunteers work all week (Monday to Sunday).
  • A typical day for a volunteer usually starts at 9:00, where they may perform various maintenance, cleaning, and workshop tasks within the community. ..

Typisk dag

This volunteer project takes place in the province of Chame, about 2 hours from the capital, Panama City.
Volunteers work all week (Monday to Sunday).
  • A typical day for a volunteer usually starts at 9:00, where they may perform various maintenance, cleaning, and workshop tasks within the community. Many other tasks specific to current nesting conditions may arise.
  • At night, volunteers can also expect to work night patrols on nesting sites; these patrols usually take place between 22:00 and 00:00 depending on the tide.

Fritidsaktiviteter

A rich cultural heritage, beautiful mountains, tropical beaches, historical monuments, and a bustling capital city —Panama has it all, directly within your reach to discover while you volunteer in this exciting country. Panama is a rather small country with a high density of remarkable and ...

Fritidsaktiviteter

A rich cultural heritage, beautiful mountains, tropical beaches, historical monuments, and a bustling capital city —Panama has it all, directly within your reach to discover while you volunteer in this exciting country. Panama is a rather small country with a high density of remarkable and memorable locations, which is something you can completely take advantage of, through cheap and accessible transportation, ease of visiting, and a welcoming people. 

Some of the sites most enjoyed by our volunteers are: 
  • Panama city: a modern and bustling city, it's a city that may offer you both big malls and modern architecture, as well as the scenic old city (in Casco Viejo), old monuments (such as the Panamá Viejo colonial area), a natural park filled with sloths and ñeques in the middle of the city (Parque Metropolitano), plenty of museums and seaside spots (such as the Amador area). In the city you can also go visit and discover first-hand how the Panama Canal works. 
  • Portobelo: a city in the Colón province, it has history that dates centuries back to the colonial era, some very picturesque traditions such as the yearly Cristo Negro festival, and it has direct access to beautiful Caribbean beaches and tropical islands (most famous is Isla Grande). 
  • Bocas del Toro: A province in the northwest of Panama, near Costa Rica; its archipelagos and beaches are very famous among tourists, as they provide near pristine sands, near transparent water, a lot of wildlife you can see in some of its islands, and activities such as partying, scuba, or just swimming in the beach.
  • Guna Yala: An indigenous region, it has 365 islands which all have a fair share of white sand and crystal clear water. The Guna people that inhabit this region have a culture that is very tied in to the Ocean and to life in these islands, so coming here will not only allow you to enjoy the beautiful and picturesque beaches on these islands (each island having something particular, such as Isla Estrella, an island filled with Sea Stars or Isla Perro, an island filled with corals and fish), but also to appreciate a unique culture tied to life in these islands.
  • Valle de Antón: A very famous valley with cool weather and lots of nature, you can go hike the famous mountain of La India Dormida (the sleeping indian woman, tied to a well-known local legend), see lots of native flora and fauna, and also enjoy the beautiful scenery.
  • Boquete: Located in the Chiriquí province and known as the "Switzerland of America", it's a small yet very beautiful city in the middle of the mountain, known for its tasty coffee, colourful yearly flower festival (although flowers are an important part of the city any time of year), scenic trekking routes, and all the nature around the city.

Krav

Krav

Minimiålder: 18 år

För att kunna delta i programmet måste du vara minst 18 år gammal på programmets startdatum. Det kan finnas undantag om du kan visa upp tillstånd från din(a) vårdnadshavare eller om du åtföljs av dina föräldrar.

Språkfärdigheter

Du måste tala Engelska (mellannivå) eller Spanska (mellannivå)

Utbildningskrav

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Begränsningar av nationalitet

Inga begränsningar. Hjälpande händer från hela världen är välkomna.

Andra Färdigheter

Volunteers must be respectful of nature, of the rules at the project (no smoking, no drinking), open to learning, and passionate about helping turtles.

Tidsåtgång

Din hjälp kommer att behövas på Måndag, Tisdag, Onsdag, Torsdag, Fredag, Lördag och Söndag

Vad som ingår

Vad som ingår

Tjänster av Adventure Volunteer

Your fees cover the following:
  • Airport pickup and transfer to the volunteer’s home
  • Accommodation during your volunteering
  • 24/7 support from the Adventure Volunteer team
  • Monitoring and evaluation of the program
  • Orientation and induction to the program
  • Certificate of weeks completed in your volunteering
  • Accident insurance during your volunteering
  • Civil liability for your activity
  • Receipt from NGO about your program fee
  • Guidance, advice and management in the choice of program

Boende

Volunteers will stay at a house that has common amenities such as a washing area, a kitchen, bathrooms, and others all available for volunteers to use. Volunteers will be sharing rooms with other volunteers and using bunk beds. 

The house has internet at certain times of day.
Additionally, certain house rules must be followed by all volunteers, such as:
  • The consumption of drugs and alcohol is not allowed.
  • Smoking is not allowed.
  • Don't throw garbage away.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the bedrooms and the shared areas.
  • Take care of the utensils used.
  • Be respectful towards other volunteers, staff members, visitors, and locals.
  • Inform those in charge if you will be away from the project premises.
  • Swimming in the beach is forbidden during the project.

Vad ingår INTE?

Vad ingår INTE?

Hämtning på flygplatsen på Tocumen International Airport

Hämtning på flygplatsen ingår inte heller i programavgifterna.

Mat och Dryck

Mat, snacks och drycker kostar extra.

Tillgång till Internet

Tyvärr, ingen tillgång till projektområdet

Flygbiljetter

Den närmaste flygplatsen är Tocumen International Airport (PTY) i Panama City. Vi hjälper dig att hitta billiga flyg till Panama. HITTA BILLIGA FLYG

Reseförsäkring

Att resa utomlands är ett äventyr och det är alltid bäst att vara förberedd. Plötslig sjukdom eller skada, avbokning eller stöld - en reseförsäkring för Panama ger trygghet och är ett plus att ha. FÅ ETT PRISFÖRSLAG

Vacciner

Om du har för avsikt att arbeta som volontär i Panama bör du söka medicinsk rådgivning innan du börjar din sociala resa. Kontrollera vilka vaccinationer som krävs för Panama. KONTROLL AV VACCIN

Detaljer vid ankomsten

This project is open on the nesting dates of the various turtles that come to the area, that is from mid June until the end of February. That being said, volunteers must arrive on  on either a Friday, a Saturday, or a Sunday, as this makes their induction into the program easier.
Tillgänglighet
Jan Febr Mars Apr Maj Jun Jul Aug Sept Okt Nov Dec

Pris för programmet

2 veckor (min. vistelse) 740€
3 veckor 930€
4 veckor 1 120€
6 veckor 1 500€
8 veckor 1 880€
12 veckor (max. vistelse) 2 640€
Genomsnittliga priser 295€/vecka

Pris för programmet

295€ per vecka 2 - 12 veckor Ålder 18 - 50+

Betalningsmetoder

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Varaktighet

2 - 12 veckor

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Slutbetalning

Din slutbetalning kommer att överenskommas med Adventure Volunteer under ansökningsprocessen. Vanliga lösningar är antingen via banköverföring eller kontant betalning på projektplatsen.

Möt din programledare

Adventure Volunteer

Brilliant 4.7 rating (37 fältrapporter)

Non-profit - grundades 2017

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Värd är

Sergio

Spoken languages: Spanska, Engelska

Om projektet

Support in the cooperation and creation of social and environmental projects in communities at risk of social exclusion, through international volunteering.

Möt din programledare


ADVENTURE VOLUNTEER is a non-profit organization, established in 2017. We collaborate in the social and environmental field through projects of conservation and protection of the environment and animals, as well as in the social part through projects of empowerment of women, community development, functional diversity, medical or teaching.


Our team of collaborators has a deep experience in international volunteer programs.  We know all the realities of the areas where we are working, collaborating and where we have a presence. 


Our projects offer volunteers the opportunity to meet, share and participate in social and environmental projects. These projects demand educational and recreational activities that benefit communities of different cultures and customs, communities with economic difficulties and different degrees of social exclusion.

37 fältrapporter · rating4.7

Evelin Pineda rating5

2018 at Sea Turtle Supporter

My experience as a volunteer and coordinator in the programs I have had the opportunity to participate in in Panama has been very productive at the professional level and very enriching at the personal level. I have learned from each of the communities where I have been working and from the ...
William rating4.6

2018 at Sea Turtle Supporter

Hi, my name is William & I am an 18 years old French Canadian Volunteer. I was in the turtle project for 6 weeks. It is not always easy to get up in the middle of the night for patrolling but you get rewarded by the beauty of the nature. No light pollution here!. Also, it is very important to ...
Contributing to sustainable development and sharing with local people allowed me to understand the importance of human connection. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to immerse themselves in the authenticity of Panama while creating a positive ...
Working with local students, exchanging knowledge and learning about their culture was a unique experience. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to contribute to the educational growth of the Panamanian ...
Juliana rating5

2024 at Teaching with children

I participated in impactful projects, and the connection with the local community was genuine. Seeing the change we made together left an indelible mark on my ...
I experienced magical moments while releasing hatchlings into the ocean. I thank Adventure Volunteer for opening the doors to this corner of Panama full of life and ...

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