Turtle and shark conservation
Project name:
Oceanlife Conservation
Project purpose:
We run a turtle and shark tour and monitoring program in South Africa. Indian Ocean Loggerhead- and Leatherback turtles nest on our beaches.
Project activities:
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animal interaction
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community awareness
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data collection/analysis
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teaching
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scuba diving
Weekly cost (approx USD):
$
490
Direct benefits you gain:
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cultural integration
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data/statistical skills
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field research skills
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gain a qualification and/or credit
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remote scenic location
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report writing
Noteworthy conservation points:
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contributes to environmental policy
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development goals (supporting local community)
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ethical rehabilitation centre/practices
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
Fully serviced house with private rooms.
When does the project run?
All year. Turtle monitoring is November to May
Facilities:
accommodation included, cooking facilities, electricity, local shops, near-by medical, refillable drinking water, hot shower, western toilet, wifi.
How long can I stay?
2 weeks/4 weeks/6 weeks
Requirements:
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Over 18 years, fit and healthy.
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Disabled persons also welcome.
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
Marine turtle monitoring on the beaches at night. Shark conservation programs at our marine center.
Reviews & ratings
Francisco
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
An amazing project with amazing staff
I work as a travel agent, bringing volunteers to DAKTARI and other projects around the world. After helping a lot of volunteers fulfill their dreams of coming to South Africa, I managed to arrange 2 weeks to spend at the project. What a wonderful time I had starting with the staff who are so friendly and polite, the animals being taken care of as if they were family and the amazing food that was prepared catering to each of the volunteers individual needs. I can only say that if you are looking for an unique and quality experience involving a well thought out educational program and the preservation of native animal species, this is the one for you.
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
leslie
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
great experience
i had an enjoyable stay here in DAKTARI. be surrounded by wild animals is a chance and i also loved the teaching part of my stay
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
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