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Turtle and Dive Volunteer Malaysia
After all this effort, it is upsetting to hear that the eggs are considered a gastronomic delicacy by the locals and are collected to be sold in the nearby markets for a high price.
The Volunteer Project
This program asks volunteers to collect and record data to help protect the newly laid eggs and the future of the green turtle species.
You will be involved in the following:
Turtle Monitoring
Volunteers are kept busy counting and watching green turtles as they land at the inlet. Volunteers also patrol the beach on alternate nights’ map areas and make observational notes on data sheets while checking for turtles laying eggs in sand nests.
Beach Care
Volunteers are asked to help preserve the river creek to ensure that the turtles have easy access to the beach to lay their eggs. A small amount of beach clearing is also required as sea detritus (rubbish, drift wood and seaweed) is often washed up on the beach overnight.
Dive Courses
Volunteers take part in a dive course in weeks one to three. The course you take will depend on your previous dive experience, but the offered courses include: Rescue Diver PADI. Advanced Open Water PADI, Emergency First Responder and Open Water PADI.
Project LocationThe program is situated in a remote cove on the stunning Perhentian Islands, a few miles off the east coast of the mainland of Malaysia. The location is a natural nesting place for green turtles. The snorkeling for shore and boat divers is excellent with stunning marine life and beautiful coral reefs. The islands provide travelers with a superb opportunity to chill and relax!
Accommodation & Meals
Volunteers are housed in wooden chalets equipped with fans and en-suite western style bathrooms. The huts are less than 20 meters from the beach. It is very tempting to sleep on the beach, and for this reason, we recommend you bring your own sleeping bag, towels and mosquito net.
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Programme OverviewDurations & Prices:
4 weeks - $2319/€1749,
8 weeks - $3699/€2749
How to book & pay:
$339/€259 deposit to secure place, balance due 10 weeks before departure.
What is included?
Meet and greet briefing
Welcome dinner
1 night in KL hostel & breakfast
Private land and sea transfer
All accommodation
All meals whilst on the island
Choice of a PADI course
Volunteer placement |
What is not included?
All flights
Travel insurance
Alcoholic beverages
All items of a personal nature
Any extra activities and excursions |
Programme Summary:
Learn or advance your diving skills whilst helping to conserve the green turtle on the Perhentian Islands of Malaysia. PADI scuba diving training and qualification is included.
Arrival dates: 5th of every month (March to September inclusive)
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