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PADI Marine Conservation Expedition

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2 - 12 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
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Højdepunkter

  • Enhancing your scuba diving skills with daily dives (weather permitting).
  • Conducting underwater surveys in the warm waters of the Pacific.
  • See coral reefs up close and discover a myriad of fascinating marine creatures to study.

Højdepunkter

  • Enhancing your scuba diving skills with daily dives (weather permitting).
  • Conducting underwater surveys in the warm waters of the Pacific.
  • See coral reefs up close and discover a myriad of fascinating marine creatures to study.
  • Spending time getting to know the local community.

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    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    Familier
    Grupper
    50+

    Om programmet

    Learn to dive in the warm waters of Fiji, while directly contributing to conservation efforts in the region.

    Dawasamu District, in Fiji plays host to a diverse mix of marine conservation projects, which participants will experience while living an island-style, communal environment with fellow participants and GVI staff. Dive close to Caqalai island which is on the edge of an expansive reef system, which ...

    Om programmet

    Dawasamu District, in Fiji plays host to a diverse mix of marine conservation projects, which participants will experience while living an island-style, communal environment with fellow participants and GVI staff. Dive close to Caqalai island which is on the edge of an expansive reef system, which provides volunteers and interns with the opportunity to see extensive and exclusive underwater life, generating a vastly in-depth, explorative experience as a whole.  

    On this program, you will learn all about coral reef ecology and conservation issues facing tropical marine organisms and the communities that depend on them. Participants typically spend time in the water every day, in what can only be described as a vibrant marine ecosystem. There is a possibility of seeing endangered species such as sharks, rays, humphead wrasse and whales while participating on the program. While on dry land, you will also likely spend some time in the community helping with environmental education in our partner schools.

    You will spend the majority of your time on this expedition in the water and as such you need to be qualified to at least PADI Open Water, or equivalent. Non-divers can join for 8- and 12-week durations, and we will supply you with all the training you need to be certified up to PADI Advanced Open Water. The 2-4 week durations are only open for divers already qualified to PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent. 

    Increasing Employability: Pre Departure Program Training:

    Our programs are not only life-changing experiences but are also designed to help participants increase their employability. We have developed a curriculum to be completed prior to arrival in the country in order to ensure that more time is dedicated to program work once you commence your volunteer program. 


    Eight weeks prior to your start date, you will complete the following online courses in preparation for your in-country program:

    • PRE-DEPARTURE ORIENTATION (1 hour)
    • PROGRAM SPECIFIC TRAINING (1 - 5 hours)
    • OPTIONAL: MARINE CONSERVATION COURSE (10 - 15 hours)

    In order to obtain a certificate for the Marine Conservation course which is endorsed by the University of Richmond and UNC Charlotte, you will need to complete quizzes & assignments and will be given 4 weeks post program to submit your work. 


    If you are looking to travel in less than 8 weeks from now, you will still complete the course however this will be done in country and all content will need to be downloaded before arrival. 


    Health & Hygiene:

    The work we contribute to across the globe remains important and new measures allow our participants to continue to join our programs and continue impacting positively on their world and the communities we work with. Changes to our existing protocols have been made by our health and hygiene team to strengthen our health and hygiene protocols and ensure that international standard safeguards are in place to protect our participants, staff and host communities. Please inquire for more information on the protocols.

    Typisk dag

    Dive qualified volunteers will be trained in invertebrate, benthic  or fish target species and life forms dependent on your duration.
    Once fully trained in species identification, volunteers will be taught several survey techniques allowing them to become a member of the data collection survey team ...

    Typisk dag

    Dive qualified volunteers will be trained in invertebrate, benthic  or fish target species and life forms dependent on your duration.
    Once fully trained in species identification, volunteers will be taught several survey techniques allowing them to become a member of the data collection survey team building an inventory of marine species in Moturiki waters.

    Marine expedition volunteers will also have the chance to assist in delivering lessons focussed on environmental awareness in two schools on Moturiki Island and will participate in community based work giving workshops and helping to improve water security (rain water harvesting infra structure, compost toilets).

    The project runs Monday to Friday and days are busy with presentations, dive training, point out snorkels, dives, data collection snorkels and dives, running alongside the daily chores required to keep the base operational. Once volunteers have completed their training in their allocated area, they are welcome to become survey ready in another.

    Research is shared with local communities as an aid to make informed decisions about the management of their marine assets. The data is also shared with our in country partners the Fiji Locally Management Marine Area Network (FLMMA) and the Institut de Recherche pour le Developpement (IRD), the Ocean Conservancy and the Great Fiji Shark Count

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    You will have time off and be free to travel in the local area on the weekends, usually from around 14:00 Friday, coming back to base by 17:00 on Sunday. In this time you could do daytrips such as visiting the old colonial capital Levuka, on nearby Ovalau, or trekking up the mountains there. You can ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    You will have time off and be free to travel in the local area on the weekends, usually from around 14:00 Friday, coming back to base by 17:00 on Sunday. In this time you could do daytrips such as visiting the old colonial capital Levuka, on nearby Ovalau, or trekking up the mountains there. You can also go snorkelling or scuba diving, relax for a night or two in a nearby resort or go further afield on Viti Levu. Before and after your program there are countless attractions that can be reached after a day or two of travelling. You could visit the Dolphins at Moon Reef, take a ferry to Taveuni - 'the garden of Fiji' or explore the interior of Viti Levu - the possibilities are endless!


    We also now include cultural/local experiences. These experiences will take place once every 4 weeks. 

    These activities may include:

    • Learn to cook iTaukei food
    • Make a traditional drink from kava root
    • Learn indigenous plant medicine
    • Hike to the top of Tova Peak
    • Fish with iTaukei women
    • Weave a traditional mat
    • Visit Vatu-i-Ra Conservation Park
    • Boat to Leleuvia Island

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

    Sprogfærdigheder

    Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (intermediate level)

    Uddannelseskrav

    på School niveau

    Kontrol af kriminel baggrund

    påkrævet

    Nødvendige dokumenter

    Medical Form and PADI Medical Form

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Andre færdigheder

    Volunteers joining for 2-6weeks must be PADI Open Water or equivalent. Competent Swimmer (200m). Volunteers will normally be diving or snorkeling twice daily.

    Tidsforpligtelse

    Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester af GVI

    WHAT'S INCLUDED:

    • 24-hour emergency phone
    • 24-hour in-country support
    • Access to Alumni Services and Discounts
    • Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
    • All necessary project equipment and materials
    • All necessary project training by experienced staff provided online 8 weeks prior to program start:
      • PRE-DEPARTURE ORIENTATION (1 hour)
      • PROGRAM SPECIFIC TRAINING (1 - 5 hours)
      • OPTIONAL: MARINE CONSERVATION COURSE (10 - 15 hours)
    • Community work workshop
    • Coral reef ecology
    • Diving compressor training workshop
    • First Aid & CPR training
    • Location orientation
    • Long term experienced staff
    • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
    • PADI Coral Reef Research Diver Distinctive Specialty
    • PADI Open Water (for 8 and 12 week volunteers) and Advanced Open Water
    • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
    • Transfer to base location
    • Use of O2 equipment workshop
    • Welcome meeting
    • 1 Cultural/Adventure activity per week up to 8 weeks 
    WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
    • Additional drinks and gratuities
    • Extra local excursions
    • Flights
    • International and domestic airport taxes
    • Medical and travel insurance
    • Personal dive kit, e.g. mask, fins, wetsuit, timer etc.
    • Personal items and toiletries
    • Police or background check
    • Visa costs (where necessary)

    Afhentning i lufthavnen i Nausori Airport

    Most volunteers arrange international flights to arrive at Nadi International Airport and then a connecting flight to Suva the day before the Program starts.

    GVI offers an airport pick up at Nausori Airport, Suva on the Friday prior to project start for the 2 flights below:
    •    Fiji Airways (FJ7) Arrival: 09:00 AM Nausori International (SUV)
    •    Fiji Airways (FJ21) Arrival: 07:00 PM Nausori International (SUV)

    You will be greeted by a member of staff who will wear a light-blue collared shirt and transport will be arranged to drop you at South Seas Hostel in Suva. If you choose to stay elsewhere, you can easily get a taxi from South Seas to your accommodation.

    If you choose to arrive on a different flight, you will need to make your own way from the airport to the centre of Suva, a taxi will cost around FJ$30.
    The Nadi to Suva trip can also be completed by taxi, approx. FJ$250. You must be in Suva before 11:00am on Saturday.

    Indkvartering

    Located in a busy seaside village, experience some of the most spectacular sunsets and sunrises! Become fully immersed in the Fijian culture! 


    You will be living with the other volunteers in shared (same gender) accommodation. There is rain water available for cooking, drinking, and washing. Careful water conservation is necessary, and water may be rationed during droughts.

    Mad og drikkevarer

    Food is very basic, and most volunteers will prepare their own breakfasts, usually toast and cereals, and packed lunches to eat at the project site. You will be split into teams to prepare the evening meal on a rotational basis, which is loads of fun, but also encourages team building. All dietary requirements will be catered for accordingly.


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    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er Nausori Airport (SUV) i Suva. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Fiji. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

    Rejseforsikring

    At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Fiji giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

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    Programgebyrer

    2 uger (min. ophold) 2.545€
    4 uger 3.895€
    6 uger 5.195€
    8 uger 6.095€
    10 uger 6.995€
    12 uger (max. ophold) 7.995€
    Gennemsnitligt gebyr 969€/uge

    Programgebyrer

    969€ pr. uge 2 - 12 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

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    Duration

    2 - 12 weeks

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    Final Payment

    Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med GVI under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.

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    GVI

    Excellent 4.8 rating (221 feltrapporter)

    Agentur - grundlagt i 1998

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    Vært er

    Bianca

    Spoken languages: Engelsk

    Om projektet

    GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

    Mød din vært

    Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


    We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

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