Conservation work on the Galapagos Islands

Play a key role in preserving this unique wildlife paradise. Based in a fascinating biological station, get stuck in planting new crops, conserving the natural habitat and taking in your incredible new surroundings!

General Info

If conservation is your passion, this project is for you! Focused on keeping the Galapagos as pristine and stunning as possible, the programme has been dedicated to the research, conservation, and management of ecologically important habitats since 1985.

You will be working Monday to Friday between 8am and 4pm with lots of breaks! Your role as a volunteer will be centred on protecting habitats, planting trees, maintaining areas of natural beauty, light building and helping out with a little eco-farming and community development. There will also be opportunities to get involved with other initiatives such as bird observation, coffee production and environmental education at local schools.

What's Included

Accommodation:Shared room in guesthouse

Food:Food is not included; you will need to purchase your own food (approximately US$50 per week)

Airport Pickup:Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!

Training:In-country orientation, 20 hours of Portuguese language lessons

Support:Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

What's not included

Flights, Insurance, Visas, Return Airport transfer, Local Transport, Food

Benefits:

Trip prices vary depending on activity and duration. Our volunteer projects start from £499, Adventures start from £699 and Tours start from £599. All trips include accommodation, most meals, an airport pickup, in-country orientation, support in-country and 24 hour emergency support. Our expert advisers will guide you through everything you need right up until your departure and are always available to help once you are away!

Requirements:

No specific requirements or qualifications are necessary, just a sense of adventure, a desire to make a difference and a responsible attitude towards the destinations you visit.

Info

Activities:

Gap year / Career break / Animal Volunteer Projects / Conservation Projects

Location:

Galapagos Islands

Countries:

Galapagos Islands

Duration / Dates

Duration:

2 - 10 weeks

Start Dates:

i-to-i Volunteer and Adventure Travel offer a whole range of projects and adventurous trips across the globe running from 1 to 12 weeks with weekly/monthly departures for trips that are not affected by seasons or weather. Specific departure dates are in place set in liaison with the projects we work with.

Booking / Enquiry

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