• Life Below Water

Scuba Dive & Coral Reef Restoration Volunteer

location
2 - 8 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Good 4.2  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Support the local community in their endeavors to protect the coral reefs in their bay
  • Become passionate about marine conservation
  • Live with the local community in North Bali

Highlights

  • Support the local community in their endeavors to protect the coral reefs in their bay
  • Become passionate about marine conservation
  • Live with the local community in North Bali
  • Discover hidden waterfalls during jungle treks through North Bali
  • Visit Lovina, Singaraja or Amed during your stay in the program

    • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    This coral reef restoration organization relies on volunteers to carry out essential tasks that contribute to the health and preservation of coral reefs. Take part!

    About the program

    This Bali based non-profit organization focuses on restoring damaged coral reef across Bali and Indonesia. Bali's reefs belong to the Coral Triangle and are home to different kind of coral species. However, due to massive human influence, coral reefs keep on dying and only 35% of ...

    About the program

    About the program

    This Bali based non-profit organization focuses on restoring damaged coral reef across Bali and Indonesia. Bali's reefs belong to the Coral Triangle and are home to different kind of coral species. However, due to massive human influence, coral reefs keep on dying and only 35% of Indonesia's coral reefs are in good health - with the number in decline. Most of the reefs in North Bali have died due to the constructive fishing methods of the local fishermen over the past decades. The village of Pemuteran took action and forced a change. Not only does the reef restoration program encourage the growth of the reef, also the local community is very active in promoting sustainable fishing practices and prohibits destructive fishing practices. Pemuteran is now a leading village for sustainable tourism in Bali.

    Volunteers will be a part of local diver team whose responsibilities is to monitor and keep the coral reefs grow healthily. If you are not certified SCUBA DIVER, then you may take OPEN WATER SCUBA course on the first week of your program. After mastering SCUBA DIVING skill, you will be part of its coral restoration team, the front-liners of the grass-root community based coral restoration effort. You don't need to bring any equipment, as it will be provided by the dive center. 

    Volunteers will spend most of the work time both under water and in the local community, with minor task of reporting/computer work. You will be expected to work in restoration center in the morning and in the local community in the afternoon, or it could be reversed depends on the appointment and weather and sea condition. There is the possibility that you are not allowed to dive on some days due to the weather or water conditions. Your safety is the main concern!

    You don't necessarily need to study Marine Conservation or Biology, but you should have a general interest in marine conservation and should be proactive. There is a lot to do for those who are able to open their eyes!

    Although the village is well developed, it is still a very laid back vibe. There are no parties or much entertainment in the evening. If you are a nature lover, an ocean defender and enjoy time off from hectic lifestyle, this is the right place to be for you. 

    Social culture visa information

    To work as a volunteer in Indonesia, you will need a social culture visa. This visa is issued to applicants who are going to Indonesia for a social/cultural visit, for example, visiting relatives or friends who live in Indonesia; visiting social organizations with the same type of activities; for exchange visits between educational institutions, carrying out research, and attending training program in Indonesia. Social-culture visa holders are not allowed to receive any salary from the visit they do. You have to apply before your arrival in Bali at the Indonesian embassy in your home country, to be able to volunteer or do an internship legally; you do need the Social-Culture Visa. Any other visa type is not sufficient. 

    Time of application: 2-3 weeks. The visa application process takes some time and due to other reasons (Indonesian holidays or strike of post employees for example) the process can be delayed. Therefore, we recommend starting the application process the latest around 4 weeks prior your arrival in Indonesia.
    • Validity: 60 days after arrival
    • Extension: can be extended up to 4 times every 30 days
    • Costs: 45 Euro
    Cost of extension in Bali: starting from 800.000-1.050.000 IDR via private agency, 750.000 IDR non-agency assistance extension
    This guideline helps you through the visa application. However, we highly suggest you to re-check the information and visit the Indonesian Embassy’s website of your capital or call them directly.

    Average Living expenses in Bali

    Indonesia is considered to be really cheap to live in. This is something you will find out quickly after your arrival in Bali. Here you will see with which additional costs you have to plan during your time in Bali.

    • Food: The amount of money you will spend on food depends on your eating habits. If you eat at a local warung you will spend around 2€/2.20US$ for a proper meal with drink. But if you prefer to eat western food you will spend a lot more (at least 5€/5.35US$ but probably even more).
    • Laundry: In our accommodation you won’t have laundry facilities. So you have to bring your laundry to a laundry service somewhere around your living area. Average laundry costs are around 0.50-1€/$ for one kilogram of laundry.
    • Phone Credit: In all our accommodations you will find wifi. Therefore 2GB mobile data plus some credit for calling your friends should be enough per month. This will cost you around 5€/5.25$.
    • Scooter Rental + Petrol: Renting a scooter will cost around 42€/45$ per month. Petrol is quite cheap in Indonesia and 1 litre will be around  0.50€/$. In practice this means, that you won't need more than 4 €/$ per week for petrol unless you intend to to a bike trip around the island.
    • Trips: How much money you want to spend for trips to explore Bali is eventually up to you. You can minimize expenses if you spend a bit more time organizing as much as you can by yourself instead of using a travel agent or trip packages.

    Typical day

    You are requested to work alongside the local dive team. Your working  hours will vary from day to day according to the tides, the swell and the weather. Your daily tasks will be, but are not limited to:

    • Cleaning coral reef structures
    • Replacing/ Attaching corals on the structures
    • Hunt/Protect corals ...

    Typical day

    You are requested to work alongside the local dive team. Your working  hours will vary from day to day according to the tides, the swell and the weather. Your daily tasks will be, but are not limited to:

    • Cleaning coral reef structures
    • Replacing/ Attaching corals on the structures
    • Hunt/Protect corals from the predators, such as: Crown of Thorn and Drupella Snail
    • Participate in Regular Underwater and Beach Clean Up
    • Creating sponsor names from wires for the structures
    • Providing Data for Project Database
    • Writing articles, report, or any required materials
    • Teaching English or other skill/knowledge to local schools
    • Mentoring the use of computer and internet to our local team
    • Providing information to visitors in our Centre and encourage them to donate or join a program

    Free-time activities

    Bali offers you many activities and cultural sights, which will spice up your time in Bali. Get to know Bali's various and numerous facets. We have listed our favorites you to make the most of your paradise life.

    Surfing in Bali

    Bali is a world mekka for surf adventures. Beginners, advanced and ...

    Free-time activities

    Bali offers you many activities and cultural sights, which will spice up your time in Bali. Get to know Bali's various and numerous facets. We have listed our favorites you to make the most of your paradise life.

    Surfing in Bali

    Bali is a world mekka for surf adventures. Beginners, advanced and professionals will find what they are looking for for an ultimate surf experience. Many surf guides and surf schools have established in the southern part of Bali and provide various offers to learn surfing or improve your skills.

    Diving

    Besides surfing, scuba diving is among the top 5 activities in Bali. A breath-taking underwater world with intact reefs and unique animals awaits you. Many dive centers offer courses for non-divers or snorkelers as well. They usually suggest different itineraries for everyone's needs. Let yourself be enchanted by Bali's underwater world. 

    Snorkeling

    If you don't have a PADI license, you can simply go snorkeling at reefs close to Bali's shore. You may find manta rays, colorful and intact coral reefs or even small ship wrecks. Usually, you only need to pay 1 or 2 Euros to rent snorkeling equipment and off you go. 

    Rafting

    Rafting is also a very popular water sport activity, where you can explore Bali's stunning landscapes on rivers. Many rafting companies offer different tours for beginners as well as for advanced. 

    Hiking Mount Agung & Batur

    Gunung Agung and Gunung Batur are both active volcanoes in Bali. Local guides offer you hikes, where you start your hike early morning or even at night to arrive in time at the top of the mountain to enjoy the most breath-taking sunrise you have ever seen.  

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    Marine Conservation, Biology, Environmental Science at University level

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    - Physically fit to swim and SCUBA Diving - Environment/Biology/Fisheries - Willingness to blend in and adapt with locals - Energetic, kind, and responsible - Comprehensive command of spoken and written English - Capability in basic Bahasa Indonesia will be an advantage - Able to drive scooter and own valid international driving license - Willingness to live in quiet area where almost no night or town style entertainment available

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 07:00 - 17:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by Bali Internships

    - Program placement
    - Arranging contract between intern and company
    - Organizing invitation letter and assistance with visa application
    - Organizing travel planning
    - Accommodation during the program including breakfast
    - Organizing scooter rental
    - Airport pick-up
    - Transport to North Bali
    - Arrival package incl. SIM-card and welcome dinner voucher
    - Orientation into culture and living in Bali
    - Introduction to the company at the first training day
    - Dive Equipment (5 dives a week)
    - Emergency support & support during your internship
    - Information about events and intern meetings
    - Feedback & satisfaction assessment
    - Assistance with visa extension after arrival in Bali

    Airport Pickup at Ngurah Rai International Airport

    Volunteers are asked to arrive at Ngurah Rai Airport in Denpasar Bali. You will picked up at the airport and dropped to your accommodation, that you are kindly requested to organize yourself (1 night). Our team can assist you with recommendations. Early morning next day you will be picked up by your volunteer coordinator and drive to North Bali to your program location.

    Accommodation

    • private bathroom
    • within 5 minutes walking distance to the center (walking along the beach), ATM or small supermarket
    • 10 min walking distance to the next pharmacy/general doctor

    Food & Beverages

    • Breakfast is included
    • all other meals and beverages are excluded

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Denpasar. We assist you to find cheap flights to Indonesia. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Indonesia provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Indonesia you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Indonesia. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    ARRIVAL
    Volunteers are requested to arrive during the week. Once arrived at Bali Airport you will get picked up and our driver will bring you to your first accommodation. You are kindly requested to organize the first night yourself, however, our team can assist you with recommendations. After a good nights sleep you will be picked up from us early morning for our trip to Pemuteran.

    START AND DURATION 
    Volunteers can begin their project after the introduction. The minimum duration for this volunteer program is 3 weeks. A volunteer can take part in a program for up to 6 weeks.

    INTRODUCTION
    After we have arrived in Pemuteran, we will bring you to your homestay and will then introduce you to the local customs and cultures. After that we will walk to the dive station and meet the dive team. 

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program fees

    2 weeks (min. stay) 1,280€
    4 weeks 1,772€
    5 weeks 2,071€
    8 weeks (max. stay) 3,267€
    Average fees 524€/week

    Program fees

    524€ per week 2 - 8 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    2 - 8 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with Bali Internships during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

    Meet your organization

    Bali Internships

    Good 4.2 rating (20 reviews)

    Agency - founded in 2010

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Very high response rate

    Coordinated by

    Rima

    Spoken languages: English

    About the project

    Bali Internships provides volunteer programs that encourage intercultural learning between local communities in Bali and both national and international visitors.

    Meet your organization

    As a local placement agency in Bali, we are specialized in providing quality individual internships in Bali and volunteer work placement services in Bali.

    How it all started

    We started back in 2010 have we established and sustained a vast network of trust, support and friendship among non-profit organizations, educational institutions, companies and international volunteers and interns.

    We successfully built trustful and reliable connections of existing non-profit organizations and schools all around Bali that are legally acknowledged. Each and every program has been existing and running for years to work in favor of local communities and to preserve Bali’s natural beauty.

    Our core strength

    We identify where the support among our host programs is needed and where your motivation, skills and background as a volunteer could favor the community development.

    Our motivation

    We are motivated by our belief that international volunteers will make an extraordinary experience abroad. Working on an island, that is actually economically growing and dependent from increasing tourism, but controversially also suffering from it, will have a learning effect on the social-cultural understanding of each volunteer. It is our mission to raise awareness that giving back to Bali's people and nature is gratefully respected by local communities, who offer an outstanding hospitality and cultural experience in return.  

    20 reviews · rating4.2

    Die Hilfsorganisation Baliinternship hat in gutem Kontakt mit dem Team vor Ort den Freiwilligen- Einsatz koordiniert. Der zeitliche und bürokratische Vorlauf für Interviews, spezielles Visum, Zahöung für den Freiwilligen-Dienst, Anreise betrug ca. 10 Wochen. Es bestand von beiden Seiten ...
    Sophie Aigner rating2.4

    2024 at Sea Turtle Conservation Center

    i was very dissapointed from bali interships. they do not really care about you or help you. feels like they just want your money. the turtle conservation was also dissapointing. you do not really work with the turtles, just clean the tanks and give tours to ...
    Kathrin Bertényi rating3.8

    2022 at Teach at NGO High School

    I would love to do this experience once a year. The people on Bali, especially at the NGO High School in Payangan are the most friendliest and helpful people I have ever met on this planet. Everybody is so thankful for everything you share with them, even if it is only a tiny idea how to modify the ...
    Hanna Neumüller rating5

    2019 at Sea Turtle Conservation Center

    Overall I am so so happy and proud I decided to do this volunteer work . This was my first time going abroad alone an also doing something like that. I always wanted to do volunteer work especially with animals and so I found this project which was absolutely perfect for me. So I applied and the ...
    Michael Fallarino rating4.8

    2019 at Sea Turtle Conservation Center

    I have just come back from my journey to Asia and will bring forever with me the experience at the Turtle Conservation Centre. Work and collaborate with such a lovely people into the Centre, people which then become friend, the one you wanna see and hear everyday , because each one of them in that ...
    Stephanie Friedl rating4.8

    2018 at Women Education and Environmental Protection

    It was the best time: adventurous, funny, ... rewarding. I stayed in Bali over 15 weeks and worked as a Teacher and Marketing Support for BaliWISE and R.O.L.E. Foundation. Students and Staff were awesome and I felt welcome from the first second until my last day! I did not only find new colleagues ...

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