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The Volunteer Programme
Surrounded by jungle, and with a small creek and waterfall nearby, there is much to explore and discover. In addition, you can choose to undertake PADI training for scuba diving courses with our professional team of dive instructors. You will be involved in Turtle conservation, beach care and resort maintenance for at least 4-6 hours a day as a group or individually. The currents around the island are gentle and visibility is often 20m.
The data that you collect and record will help towards protecting these eggs and their future. You will be working approximately 6 days per week – 4-6 hours per day made up of reef check training, turtle conservation and beach care. If you are on the Island for 8 weeks you will have a week off in week 5.
Project Age Limit
Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants health.
Dive Courses
During weeks 1-3 you will carry out your dive course and complete dives. There are conditions on the dives that can be done; these are determined by the length of stay, dive experience and your ability together with the amount of dives you have achieved to date. The Dive crew at the resort will advise on what you are able to take part in.
Choose from the following dive options of PADI Dive Course whilst on the Island.
PADI Dive Courses
- Open Water Dive Course - 4 dive
- Advanced Dive Course – 5 dive
- Emergency First Responder EFR
- Rescue Diver PADI
- Dive Master Optional extra at a cost of £490.00
The price for the Dive Master is approximate and may be subject to change.
Project Support
Throughout your stay in Malaysia you will have the support and guidance of our coordinator and team. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay.
In addition you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you can contact one of our UK staff at any time should you need to.
Project Orientation
Upon arrival into Kuala Lumpur, you will be met and taken for a welcome lunch or dinner. There will then be an orientation session with information about the project and the available opportunities, including:
- An introduction to Malaysia culture and values
- Your health and safety whilst in Malaysia
- Workplace ethics and essentials information before starting your project
- Money and transportation in Malaysia
- An introduction to the area where you will be working
- Local food and practices
- Areas of Malaysia worth visiting in your free time
Accommodation and Meals
The accommodation in Perhentian is a fan room in a wooden chalet for single or up to 4 persons sharing. There is running cold water which is refreshing as it can be hot and sticky there. The toilets are western style and bathrooms are small but conveniently attached to the chalets. Linen and pillows are provided.
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