vanaf 1.452€

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Marine Conservation & Restoration Assistant

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2 - 6 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+

rating  Buitengewoon 4.9  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
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Highlights

  • Get hands on field experience through lectures and practical training in marine research and conservation techniques and protocols from highly qualified professional marine biologists
  • Unlimited SCUBA Diving (within safe limits) and optional (extra fee) Dive courses - Open Water to Divemaster (depending on length of stay)
  • Your own private room in traditional, sustainably built bamboo accommodation, equipped with sprung mattress, fan, mosquito net, shelves, bedside table, lamp, and (of course) a pottery Nudibranch
  • Opportunities to get involved with and learn about Underwater Photography, Wildlife Photography, Recreational Archery, Yoga, Basketball and several beach sports!
  • Sunday-Fundays with awesome fun dives followed by a special Sunday Funday dinner - Rotating from a home-cooked Sunday Roast, to Fresh Pizza cooked in our very own Turtley awesome Pizza Oven!

Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 18+
Alleenstaanden
Koppels
Groepen
50+

Over het programma

SORCE Marine Conservation Assistants will participate in all Marine conservation activities from building Artificial Reefs on land to populating them underwater and more!

Join us in paradise for the experience of a lifetime! Help us preserve and protect the vibrant and diverse coral reefs that will be your classroom and playground during your time here.

We develop sustainable community-backed methods for the protection and restoration of marine ecosystems and aim to ...

Over het programma

Join us in paradise for the experience of a lifetime! Help us preserve and protect the vibrant and diverse coral reefs that will be your classroom and playground during your time here.

We develop sustainable community-backed methods for the protection and restoration of marine ecosystems and aim to provide a climate for ecological awareness within both local and international communities, achieved through scientific action and public engagement. Our ties with local grassroots organisations and departments of local government means that we can ensure our projects are having a genuine and lasting impact. 

Our Aims

  • To gather vital raw scientific data through a number of initiatives including: Reef Health Surveys, Nudibranch data collection, Turtle ID, Shark & Megafauna abundance surveys and Reef Check surveys.
  • To restore historically damaged and degrades reefs using various artificial reef building, deploying and population methods.
  • To regenerate damaged seagrass meadows
  • To implement a local plastic recycling project
  • To restore and increase the size of Mangrove forests by out-planting various species through community events
  • To produce a local Turtle ID database through underwater surveys and photography, sharing data with local government, Yayasans and stakeholders.
  • To produce a comprehensive catalogue of Nudibranch species in the Gita Nada MPA

What you can expect

Everyone who joins us receives practical, theoretical and SCUBA (for the underwater activities) training for all research & conservation activities. So, with your help we can continue to work tirelessly towards our ultimate goal - to restore and protect the marine environment, creating healthy, productive and valuable ecosystems for the benefit of all stakeholders and future generations.

 



Dagelijkse activiteiten

*Please note: Schedule activities and timings will vary depending on tide & boat access

 

Monday – Arrival/departure - DRY DAY

Once you arrive you will receive a tour of the site and be taken to your accommodation to settle in.

If you arrive before lunchtime you will join us for lunch then ...

Dagelijkse activiteiten

*Please note: Schedule activities and timings will vary depending on tide & boat access

 

Monday – Arrival/departure - DRY DAY

Once you arrive you will receive a tour of the site and be taken to your accommodation to settle in.

If you arrive before lunchtime you will join us for lunch then proceed with Orientation in the afternoon. If you arrive after 2.30pm then Orientation will be part of Tuesdays schedule. This reduces the amount you can get through in the first few days so we strongly recommend that people arrive at our facility by or before 2:30pm. 

 

Tuesday to Saturday - Activity week!

Morning activities: 8.30 – 12.30 Activities including lectures, conservation & survey dives, Artificial reef building, data analysis, Mangrove seed collection and planting, beach cleans

Afternoon Activities: 14.00-17.00 Activities including lectures, conservation & survey dives, Artificial reef building, data analysis, Mangrove seed collection and planting, beach cleans

 

Sunday – Funday

Fundive & leisure activities, relaxation, games, followed by a nice cold beer and Pizza, or Homemade Burger, or tasty Lasagne, or a Sunday Roast, depending on the week, we have options for meat eaters and vegetarians/vegans.

 

Breakfast: 7.00 - 8.30

Lunch: 13.00

Dinner: 18.00

 

Evenings are your own or you may want to join us for a movie night on the big screen, maybe toast some marshmallows around the bonfire, what about a games night? We have a multitude of board & card games to choose from, you can also watch a Documentary with us!  


Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

Even though we are in a secluded spot on the South West corner of Lombok there are still many things to do in your free time! 


At SORCE you can swim, snorkel, dive, use the Jungle Gym, practice yoga on the beach, play basketball, or just chill in a hammock! There are also loads of card and board ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

Even though we are in a secluded spot on the South West corner of Lombok there are still many things to do in your free time! 


At SORCE you can swim, snorkel, dive, use the Jungle Gym, practice yoga on the beach, play basketball, or just chill in a hammock! There are also loads of card and board games, a projector for movie nights, a bonfire area, and a beach lounge area. We even have paddleboards, kayaks, and Archery equipment available to rent if you want to try something a little different.

Locally you can go horse riding, explore the local Islands (Gilis), visit local villages, local restaurants, rent a bike and go further afield to the famous surf spot Desert Point just down the road, or to any of the beautiful beaching in the surrounding area! We can help you to arrange a public boat, to rent a scooter, or to hire a car and driver if you wish to explore the surrounding area. 

If you're interested in some adventure, why not take a day trip to South Lombok (Belongas Bay) with our friends at Wild Scuba for a chance to see some big megafauna and incredible coral reefs (advanced divers only). We also have many friends in the Northern Gilis and Nusa Lembongan/Penida so ask us for recommendations for your next stay or weekend away trips. 


Voorwaarden

Voorwaarden

Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

Taalkennis

Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (basis niveau)

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

Andere vaardigheden

To participate in the Marine Conservation program, you must have an Open Water Scuba Dive Certification (PADI or equivalent), we also recommend Advanced Open water Certification (though it is not mandatory). Don’t worry if you are not qualified you can get certified while you are here!

Tijdsinzet

Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag, vrijdag en zaterdag

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten door SORCE

We do recommend a minimum of 2-4 weeks to get the most out of your stay. 

Please note that for stays longer than 6 weeks or shorter than 2 weeks we have separate Ts and Cs so please contact us to request further information. Please note, it is possible to book a shorter stay and then extend at a later date (subject to availability).

All of your money goes straight back into covering the costs of your stay, the running & upkeep of our facility, conservation project materials and wages for the local staff who are on-hand to support you through-out your time with us.


What's included?

Your fee covers:

  • the cost of accommodation
  • 3x meals per day
  • fresh drinking water
  • orientation
  • local staff salaries
  • diving equipment (BCD, regulator, tanks, weights and weight belt)*
  • project materials & equipment
  • boat fuel costs
  • all practical and theoretical training related to the conservation and research projects 
  • 24/7 in-country program support during your entire stay.

*Please bring your own Mask, Fins, Waterwear (wetsuit or rashguard) and Dive computer. If you do not have a Dive Computer, you can rent one for the duration of your stay.


Internet:

There is typically 4G internet signal where we are located. Internet use can be secured by purchasing a local sim-card to use in your device and topping up a monthly data package for a minimal cost. Please ensure that the retailer of the sim card installs it for you so that you can ensure it works in your phone before leaving with it. 

Accomodatie

Beautiful lockable single room in our traditional sustainably built bamboo huts, each hut has two rooms with a shared balcony area.

Each room has: 

  • a large bamboo bed
  • sprung mattress, pillow & fresh cotton bedding (changed weekly)
  • mosquito net
  • handmade bedside table
  • fan
  • small clothes rail
  • a handmade bamboo rack for your belongings
  • blackout curtains for your window and doors.

Don’t worry if you are coming with a friend or partner, we do have double/twin rooms upon request.

There is an external shower/toilet block with private cubicles for the use of everyone.

Eten & Drank

We provide Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner 7 days a week. Each meal is prepared by our local cooks, there is a mix of local Indonesian cuisine and western food using fresh locally grown produce. Most meals have either rice or noodles with beans and vegetables. Most meals are vegetarian with meat meals (chicken or beef) a couple of times a week, (there will be a tofu/tempe variation for vegetarians).

If you prefer to have more meat in your diet that is no problem, we can add meat to your meals for a minimal additional fee. 

On Sunday Funday we have a special treat, a 4 week rotation of Pizza, Homemade burgers & chips, Lasagne with garlic bread & salad, and Roast Dinner with Yorkie puds!

Breakfast is a choice of porridge or toast with jam, peanut butter, or honey Tuesday to Sunday and crepe pancakes with sugar and lime on a Monday

We can cater for Vegans, however due to logistics and availability it can be difficult to cater for all dietary requirements but given enough time we do try to cater for everyone. Please be aware that you are in a developing country in a remote part of the world so flexibility is necessary.

There is a small tuck shop where you can purchase drinks, snacks, fruit, nuts and local chocolate treats if you wish. We also have an in-house restaurant with all day menu containing a selection of snacks, drinks, sweet treats and alternative meals if you want something a little different that the kitchen can make for you if you wish for an additional fee. 

Internet toegang

Makkelijke toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Lombok International Airport

Afhaling van de luchthaven is ook niet inbegrepen in de programmakosten.

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is Lombok International Airport (LOP) in Praya. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Indonesië. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

Reisverzekering

Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Indonesië biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Indonesië dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Indonesië. VACCINATIE CHECKER

Gegevens over jouw aankomst

Our Projects run throughout the year and Monday is our Arrival/Departure day. We request that you aim to arrive at our facility by 2:30pm on the Monday of your expedition commencing so that there is time to run through the induction material with you before dinner is served.

Please bear in mind that if you are not already a qualified diver this will take a minimum of 4 days to complete before you can join in on any of the underwater activities. The Open Water course (as well as other scuba courses) are facilitated by our partner dive school and can be paid for directly to them when you arrive on-site.

At present we limit expeditions booked through Volunteer World to a maximum of 6 weeks, however, extensions and applications for longer stays are possible.

 

Getting here

Lombok International Airport (LOP) is the closest airport, we can organise Airport transfer through local trusted drivers who will pick you up from the Airport (approx. 1hr 30min trip) and bring you to where our boat can collect you and take you on the 10 min trip to our facility. This is an additional cost (approx. £25 or $30) that you can pay to your driver directly through us.

If you are already in Indonesia and are travelling from Bali or elsewhere by boat we can also organise a driver to collect you from either Bangsal (Gilis port) or Lembar (main port) we can advise you of this cost if you decide to arrive by boat.

Once your booking has been confirmed we will send you a Welcome Pack via email full of information to help you plan your travels and stay - including visa information, travel advice and what you should bring with you!

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Programmakosten

2 weken (min. verblijf) 1.452€
3 weken 1.925€
4 weken 2.398€
5 weken 2.777€
6 weken (max. verblijf) 3.156€
Gemiddelde kosten 625€/week

Programmakosten

625€ per week 2 - 6 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

Betaalmethodes

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Duurtijd

2 - 6 weken

Waarborg

De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.


Finale betaling

Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door SORCE gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.


Ontmoet je organisatie

SORCE

Buitengewoon 4.9 rating (23 beoordelingen)

NGO - opgericht in 2019

Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

  Zeer hoog Responsgraad

Gepresenteerd door

Kara

Gesproken talen: Engels

Over de organisatie

Marine conservation, scientific research and education through working sustainably with the local community to restore coral reefs, seagrass beds and mangrove forests.

Ontmoet je organisatie

SORCE – the Sustainable Oceanic Research, Conservation & Education initiative was founded in 2016 and registered as a UK Community Interest Company in May of 2018. In July of 2019 SORCE opened its facility in the Gita Nada Marine Protected Area in Lombok. It is an initiative providing a climate for ecological awareness within both local and international communities. Through our projects, we seek to find sustainable ways to both restore and conserve biological hotspots with the support of local communities.

SORCE is a Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) and Community Interest Company (CIC) meaning that all of the work we do is not for profit. Since we operate as a non-profit organisation ALL of the money received through fundraising, donations, grants and commercial activity is funnelled back into our projects and the running of our research and conservation facility in Lombok which is staffed by local Indonesian workers. This means that we are able to make the biggest impact possible with the resources available.

We are a UK registered organisation, however we are primarily based at our research and conservation facility in the south west corner of Lombok, in a newly created Marine Protected Area (Gita Nada MPA) within the Archipelago of Indonesia. This region is within the Coral Triangle and the Wallacea biodiversity hotspot, meaning that it is a vitally important priority area for marine conservation. Not only is it highly abundant but it is also one of the most biodiverse marine regions on the planet.

Scientific research is at the core of everything we do – it is an essential tool that directs and drives forwards our conservation work. We believe that a foundation of scientific knowledge is essential for successful conservation. Not only does this allow us to stay up to date with the methods we are employing and contribute to the global font of understanding within this field, but it also allows us to monitor our projects to ensure that they are as effective as possible. By ensuring that we use research and scientific application in this way we can make sure that our conservation projects at the forefront of the marine conservation movement.

Although research and conservation are at the core of what we do, neither would be possible however without the backing and engagement of the local community in which we reside. We believe that for conservation to be effective in the long-term the local community must support it. It is essential that the local people and their government take ownership of the conservation efforts so that they can be protected and continued for years to come. We work tirelessly to bridge the divide in culture so that we can come together and collaborate with local peoples for the preservation and restoration of the environment. We have local partners at all levels, from village schools and small community groups, to larger charities and governmental departments. Through these relationships we are able to run a number of outreach, engagement and education initiatives that help to further our mission here for marine protection. Through our research we gather information that is shared with local government, stakeholders and community to help inform decision making for the local MPA and wider area.

Current ongoing projects include:

Coral Reef Restoration - including Coral ID and biodiversity data collection and analysis, Reef inhabitant ID (including fish & invertebrates) data collection and analysis, Coral Nursery creation, maintenance and population, MARS (Modular Artificial Reef Structure) and frame building, deploying and population, Coral Garden maintaining and community outreach events.

Mangrove Restoration – including Mangrove Species ID and biodiversity analysis, Mangrove Nursery maintenance, propagule and seed ID, collection and planting, out-planting site location and selection, community out planting events.

Reef Check Surveys, Reef health surveys, Turtle ID, Shark & Megafauna Abundance Surveys including BRUV (baited remote underwater) surveying, Nudibranch species directory, waste management and recycling.

There is also the opportunity to become Reef Check, Reef Guru and Coral Watch trained and certified on site.

23 beoordelingen · rating4.9

Hunter Glassford rating5

2024 at Marine Conservation & Restoration Assistant

Simply one of the best places to both dive and get involved in the world of Oceanic and marine sciences. The facilities here are incredibly well maintained, the huts are great, the food is great, and the people are incredible. The sense of comradery and friendships you can build during your time ...
Fran Garcia Castro rating5

2024 at Marine Conservation & Restoration Assistant

One of the experiences of my life, during my time at sorce I felt like I was at home, from the very moment I stepped into the campment all the team, since the staff of the kitchen, until izy, going through all the boat crew and scientifics made my live so easy. They'll try to satisfy all your ...
Just spent an epic three weeks at SORCE in April 2024, and I can’t rave about it enough! Nestled between lush forests and the stunning sea, this place is a paradise. 🛏️ Accommodation: You get your own cozy room with super clean shared toilets and showers. The staff? Beyond friendly and ...
Samantha Kellogg rating4.8

2024 at Marine Conservation & Restoration Assistant

I spent less than a week at SORCE due to illness, but in the short time I was there, they were very caring and are doing wonderful work. The facilities are fantastic for what they are. Semi private room, very nice new bathroom facilities in separate building nearby, very safe and great food. You ...
I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone at sorce. Every single staffer has been supportive of me and my two weeks stay when I had no prior experience of diving whatsoever. The team is dedicated, they educate, and they have an unwavering commitment putting marine conservation first ...
Peter Skaar Nordby rating5

2023 at Marine Conservation & Restoration Assistant

I had three amazing weeks with Sorce! Kara and Mike are full of knowledge, kindness and humor, and was very helpful when my boat trip was cancelled. If I'm able to do another trip to Sorce in the future (which I absolutely want to do), I will try to stay for even longer, since the three weeks flew ...

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