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Turtle and Dive Volunteer Malaysia
A green turtle swims up to 1,000 miles to the beach they intend to lay their eggs on. After finding the beach it takes 1 hour for the turtle to reach a suitable place and they then spend 3 hours laying their eggs before the further 1 hour return trip back to the sea.
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After all this hard work it is disheartening to know that turtle eggs are considered a delicacy in Malaysia and have been for many years. The high price of sea turtle eggs has many locals collecting them to sell to local markets. As a turtle conservation volunteer in Malaysia on the data that you collect and record will help to protect the turtle eggs and the future of this green turtle species. |
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The Volunteer ProjectYou will be involved in the following:
Turtle Monitoring
Volunteers count and observe Green turtle landings at the cove. You will patrol the beach on alternate nights, map areas of observation, note and map turtle observations using data sheets and check for turtle laying eggs in sand nests.
Beach Care
Volunteers will be asked to help maintain the river creek. This is essential and will ensure that the turtles have easy access to the beach in order to lay their eggs. Additionally a certain amount of beach care needs to be carried out as sea detritus (drift wood, seaweed, rubbish) is often washed up on the beach overnight.
Dive Courses
During weeks 1-3 you will carry out your dive course. The course you take will depend on previous diving experience but the courses that can be taken as part of the programme include: Open Water PADI, Advanced Open Water PADI, Emergency First Responder and Rescue Diver PADI.
Project LocationThe programme is situated several miles from the East Coast of mainland Malaysia on a remote cove on the Perhentian Islands. The location is a natural nesting area for green turtles with excellent coral reefs and marine life for snorkelling, shore and boat diving. The chilled out islands are a great place to relax and enjoy yourself!
Accommodation & Meals
Fan rooms in wooden chalets less than 20m from the beach. The toilets are western style and bathrooms are attached to chalets.
It is suggested that you bring your own mosquito net, towels and sleeping bag if you wish, as you may be tempted to sleep on the beach! There is an open-air restaurant dishing out Malay and Chinese cuisine.
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Programme OverviewDurations & Prices: 4 weeks £1299
How to book & pay:
£195 deposit to secure place, balance due 12 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 to dive or advance your skills whilst being involved in vital turtle conservation work on the Perhentian Islands of Malaysia. PADI scuba diving training and qualification is included.
Other Malaysia Volunteer Work
Arrival dates: 5th of every month (March to September inclusive)
Malaysia Travel Advice:
Visit our Malaysia Travel Advice page for useful travel information. |
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If there's anything you'd like to know, call 01892 516 164
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