AMBALANGODA, SRI LANKA
Endangered Turtle Conservation
UN SDG 14: Life Below Water
Marine conservation volunteering to explore the pristine blue waters and white sands of Ambalangoda in Sri Lanka and take part in conserving sea turtles.
We are located a few steps away from the Indian Ocean which is famous for the sea turtle nesting grounds. Many of the species are becoming extinct due to various environmental factors. You will be a part of the community involved in the conservation of marine life and its habitat.
The aim of this project is to conserve turtles by directly taking care of the turtles, enhancing awareness among fishermen and the communities regarding turtle conservation and increasing the number of turtles in the ocean by releasing baby hatchlings to the sea.
$4,990
/week (HKD)
Starts on Sunday and ends on a Saturday
(May extend by adding other 1 week program in the country)
Basic English
Age 12+
Age 12 - 16: Accompany by parents, teacher or guardian
Age 16 - 18: Parents’ consent letter
WHATS INCLUDED
TRANSPORT
Program local transport & airport pick up
17 MEALS
6 breakfast, 6 dinner, 5 lunch
SERVICES
Local program co-ordinator & 7/24 local emergency
ORIENTATION & CERTIFICATE
Program orientation; certificate of completion
Shared ACCOMODATION
6 nights in single gender guest room with communal space & shared bathroom
WHAT’S NOT
INCLUDED
Flights, airport drop off, insurance, vaccination, visa
ACTIVITIES