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Venezuela Indigenous Pemon People
The Sabana is home to the traditional community of approximately 6000 Pemon Indians. An ethnic minority, fiercely protective of their cultural identity, this community are suffering from a range of social and environmental pressures.
Volunteer RoleThis project gives volunteers the opportunity to spend some time living as a community member and helping out with various projects and activities.
Duties and activities that you will be involved with include:
- Conservation activities such as research and protection of wildlife
- Sustainable community development projects
- Talking to members of the indigenous communities with respect to the protection of river basins and water sources and relative wildlife
- Reforestation of areas affected by burning or mining activities, indigenous gardening
- Teaching English to Pemon Indian tourist guides and schoolchildren
- Building and maintenance work on communal infrastructure
- Initiate an environmental education program and exchanging knowledge of the rainforest and savannah habitat
Project LocationYou will live in the community of Chirikayen, which is located in the heart of the stunning La Gran Sabana national park.
Accommodation and Meals
You will stay in host family-style accommodation with locals (possibly the village chief). You will enjoy comfortable hammock sleeping and share delicious meals, traditionally cooked and served.
You may choose to combine this unique project with other volunteer work in Santa Elena such as the youth & community development projects, conservation projects or teaching and tutoring.
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Programme Overview
Duration & Prices:
2 weeks £899, 4 weeks £1199, 6 weeks £1499, 8 weeks £1799
How to book & pay:
Pay £195 deposit to book. Balance due 12 weeks prior to departure.
What is included?
Transfer (Caracas to Santa Elena)
Financial donation
Accommodation & meals
24 hour support & Orientation
Certificate and/or written reference |
What is not included?
Travel insurance
Flights
Personal Items
Email/Internet and telephone calls
Soft drinks, beer, wines and spirits
Visas | Programme Summary:
You will live amongst the friendly Pemon Indians and enjoy daily life in this typical indigenous community.
Other Venezuela volunteer work
Arrival dates: First Monday of each month (aim to arrive a day before)
Venezuela Travel Advice:
Visit our Venezuela Travel Advice page for useful travel information. |
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If there's anything you'd like to know, call 01892 516 164
or complete the form below and we'll be able to help.
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