• Life Below Water

Environmental Educator & Kayak Patrol

location
2 - 12 uker  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
rating  Utmerket 4.8  · 
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Frivilligprosjekt med høyeste kvalitet. Dette prosjektet tilbyr høyeste kvalitet som setter standarder - langt over gjennomsnittet.

Høydepunkter

  • Environmental initiative at the village school: Help design engaging lesson plans for both senior and junior members. Contribute to planning and carrying out activities that align with our goals.
  • Coral conservation: Explore Perhentian’s underwater world through snorkelling and freediving, learning about coral health.
  • Kayak patrols: Join Perhentian’s village rangers to kayak around the village, ensuring trash-free waters.

Høydepunkter

  • Environmental initiative at the village school: Help design engaging lesson plans for both senior and junior members. Contribute to planning and carrying out activities that align with our goals.
  • Coral conservation: Explore Perhentian’s underwater world through snorkelling and freediving, learning about coral health.
  • Kayak patrols: Join Perhentian’s village rangers to kayak around the village, ensuring trash-free waters.
  • Precious Plastics machine: As part of our plastic waste education, we utilise this innovative tool to collect and transform tess ype 2 and type 5 plastics into new products.
  • Beach cleanups: We conduct weekly sessions to keep our shores and oceans safe for marine life. Participants assist in cleanup, sorting trash and collecting data.

    • Spesielt egnet for

    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    50+

    Om programmet

    On this volunteer program in Malaysia, you’ll contribute to island conservation efforts through a combination of community engagement, snorkelling and kayaking.

    On this volunteer program in Malaysia, you’ll contribute to island conservation efforts through a combination of community engagement, snorkelling and kayaking. We’re committed to education initiatives with a focus on healthy ecosystems and marine conservation. This ensures benefits for both the ...

    Om programmet

    On this volunteer program in Malaysia, you’ll contribute to island conservation efforts through a combination of community engagement, snorkelling and kayaking. We’re committed to education initiatives with a focus on healthy ecosystems and marine conservation. This ensures benefits for both the local community and the marine park through sustainable ecotourism.

    In the short term, our goal is to offer environmental awareness classes and activities for the local community and visitors to the Perhentian Islands. Looking ahead, our goal is to spearhead marine conservation efforts by partnering with local community members and stakeholders. This collaboration ensures long-term benefits for both people and nature.

    Location
    Tucked away off the northeastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, The Perhentian Islands promise a genuine tropical adventure. Kuala Besut, the closest city, serves as the gateway for island transfers, making it easy to reach this remote destination. 

    Discover Perhentian Kecil Island through our volunteer program, where you’ll live in the island’s sole village. Dive into vibrant coral reefs, encounter diverse marine life and enjoy breathtaking underwater scenes while snorkeling or diving. Enjoy authentic local cuisine and immerse yourself in traditional Malay culture, all set against serene beaches perfect for relaxation and stunning sunsets over turquoise waters.

    Your contribution
    As a volunteer in Malaysia, you’ll play a vital role in these initiatives. You might be teaching environmental education, helping with coral conservation or joining kayak patrols to keep waters clean.

    Typisk dag

    A typical day kicks off with breakfast at 8:00 AM at the volunteer house. Starting at 9:00 AM, you’ll participate in project activities like lesson planning, gardening, mural painting, or coral snorkeling surveys. Lunch is at 1:00 PM, either back at the volunteer house or in the village.

    In the ...

    Typisk dag

    A typical day kicks off with breakfast at 8:00 AM at the volunteer house. Starting at 9:00 AM, you’ll participate in project activities like lesson planning, gardening, mural painting, or coral snorkeling surveys. Lunch is at 1:00 PM, either back at the volunteer house or in the village.

    In the afternoon, from 3:00 PM onwards, you’ll lead classes at the local school hall – think eco classes, English sessions or WWF eco school programs. From 5:00 PM, you’ll join eco club students for citizen science activities at the village beach, such as Coral Watch snorkeling or kayak plastic patrols. Alternatively, you can unwind with some free time.

    At 7:00 PM, dinner is served with the team, usually cooked together. Once a week, you’ll enjoy an authentic Malay dinner with a local Malay family.

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    During your free time, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Relax on the beach, snorkel around colourful reefs or kayak in the clear waters. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a hike through the jungle and explore the island’s natural beauty. 

    Don’t forget to try the local cuisine and enjoy a ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    During your free time, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Relax on the beach, snorkel around colourful reefs or kayak in the clear waters. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a hike through the jungle and explore the island’s natural beauty. 

    Don’t forget to try the local cuisine and enjoy a drink at one of the bars. And make sure to catch the stunning sunsets – they’re absolutely breathtaking! 

    In the village, we respectfully adhere to local customs that prohibit alcoholic drinks. However, participants can enjoy drinks on other beaches during their off days.

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For å bli med i programmet må du være minst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Det kan være unntak hvis du kan gi tillatelse fra dine foresatte eller hvis du er i følge med foreldrene dine.

    Språkferdigheter

    Du må snakke Engelsk (grunnleggende nivå)

    Utdanningskrav

    på High School nivå

    Kontroll av kriminell bakgrunn

    nødvendig

    Nasjonalitetsbegrensninger

    Ingen restriksjoner. Hjelpende hender fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpliktelse

    Din hjelpende hånd vil bli påkrevd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag, Fredag og Lørdag fra 08:00 - 19:00

    Hva inngår

    Hva inngår

    Tjenester fra GVI

    Program fees include:

    • Project work: Assist with community activities to raise environmental awareness .
    • Accommodation: Shared dorm-style accommodation in a house in the village.
    • Meals: Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
    • Airport transfer: You'll get collected from Kota Bharu airport (KBR) and catch a boat from Kuala Besut jetty to Perhentian Kecil.
    • Comprehensive pre-departure support: Includes a dedicated support coordinator to answer your questions, an Essential Info Pack, and a webinar to learn more about your program.
    • Comprehensive in-country support: Includes a welcome orientation, including safety, culture and environmental info. A Program Manager is there to support you.
    • 24/7 mental health support: Receive support services provided by licensed professionals.
    • Local transport: Transport to and from project work by boat.

    Henting fra flyplassen på Sultan Ismail Petra Airport

    You'll get collected from Kota Bharu airport (KBR) and catch a boat from Kuala Besut jetty to Perhentian Kecil.

    Overnatting

    Live the island life at the volunteer house situated in the only village on the island of Perhentian Kecil. Here is where you will spend your nights enjoying home-cooked meals with fellow volunteers and unwinding before your next adventure. The house contains three dorm-style bedrooms with a communal bathroom. Bedding and mosquito nets are provided, along with safe drinking water and fans. 

    Accommodation upgrades are available upon request. Enjoy a private room with air conditioning and en suite bathroom, suitable for individuals or couples.

    Wi-Fi is only available at the project team house, so we recommend purchasing a SIM card at the main airport upon arrival to stay connected with friends and family when you’re at the volunteer house.

    Mat og drikke

    Meals include
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Dietary requirements can be accommodated

    Internettilgang

    Begrenset tilgang på prosjektstedet

    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste flyplassen er Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) i Kota Bharu. Vi hjelper deg med å finne billige flyreiser til Malaysia. FINN BILLIGE FLYREISER

    Reiseforsikring

    Å reise til utlandet er et eventyr, og det er alltid best å være forberedt. Plutselig sykdom eller skade, avbestilling eller tyveri – en reiseforsikring for Malaysia gir trygghet og er et pluss å ha. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vaksiner

    Hvis du har tenkt å jobbe frivillig i Malaysia bør du søke medisinsk råd før du starter din sosiale reise. Sjekk de nødvendige vaksinasjonene dine for Malaysia. VAKSINESJEKKER

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    Programgebyrer

    2 uker (min. opphold) 1,095€
    4 uker 1,745€
    6 uker 2,345€
    8 uker 2,845€
    10 uker 3,545€
    12 uker (max. opphold) 4,295€
    Gjennomsnittlig gebyr 452€/uke

    Programgebyrer

    452€ per uke 2 - 12 uker Alder 18 - 50+

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    Varighet

    2 - 12 uker

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    Endelig Betaling

    Din sluttbetaling vil bli avtalt med GVI under søknadsprosessen. Vanlige løsninger er enten via bankoverføring eller kontant betaling på prosjektstedet.

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    GVI

    Utmerket 4.8 rating (221 gjennomganger)

    Byrå - grunnlagt i 1998

    Verifisert av Volunteer World

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    Snakkede språk: Engelsk

    Om prosjektet

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

    Møt din vert

    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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