Independent Research in Bolivian Amazon

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4 - 48 veckor  ·  Ålder 18 - 50+

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Höjdpunkter

  • Experience living at the Aquicuana Reserve
  • Gain experience doing active biology research to help conservation
  • Become more passionate about nature

Höjdpunkter

  • Experience living at the Aquicuana Reserve
  • Gain experience doing active biology research to help conservation
  • Become more passionate about nature
  • Make meaningful discoveries at the Aquicuana Reserve
  • Get to know the Bolivian culture


  • Särskilt lämplig för

    Ålder 18+
    Singlar
    Par
    Familjer
    Grupper
    50+

    Om programmet

    We are looking for independent researchers to study the biodiversity at the Aquicuana Reserve, list and suggest observation projects.

    Sustainable Bolivia is a NGO based in Riberalta, the heart of the Bolivian Amazon. We focus our work on sustainable community development and conservation actions.

    Our volunteers have the opportunity to live and support our work at the Aquicuana Reserve and it's surroundings. This area of ...

    Om programmet

    Sustainable Bolivia is a NGO based in Riberalta, the heart of the Bolivian Amazon. We focus our work on sustainable community development and conservation actions.

    Our volunteers have the opportunity to live and support our work at the Aquicuana Reserve and it's surroundings. This area of incredible biodiversity is located about 20 kilometers from the city of Riberalta in the Beni Department of the Bolivian Amazon. It is home to Lake San José, the plant-medicine retreat center Pisatahua, and two rural communities: San José and Warnes. Its name, Aquicuana, comes from the Tacana native language, meaning ‘land of the giant trees.’

    There we promote initiatives to support education, scientific research, community development, regenerative agriculture and conservation actions.

    We provide a open space for the community called "Comedor" where volunteers have internet access so that they can prepare and develop activities with the community. We also offer a Research Station and (depending on availability) accommodation in the city of Riberalta if volunteers want to visit, shop or go out during the weekends.

    Scientific research is a fundamental pillar because it contributes to the quality of life and well-being of people, in the training of new professionals and in the development of professionals who are heading towards research. Your work would contribute to the community development here at Riberalta and the conservation of the Aquicuana Reserve.



    Typisk dag

    Responsibilities may include:

    • Looking for specific animals in the reserve – this work will guided by a local researcher, Vincent A. Vos
    • Make a list of these animals with full name, description and picture
    • Prepare field guides
    • Write blog articles on the work and current species in the reserve
    • Possibly ...

    Typisk dag

    Responsibilities may include:

    • Looking for specific animals in the reserve – this work will guided by a local researcher, Vincent A. Vos
    • Make a list of these animals with full name, description and picture
    • Prepare field guides
    • Write blog articles on the work and current species in the reserve
    • Possibly write or co-write scientific articles
    • Create possible observation projects
    • Create content: photographs, blog articles, videos
    • Take initiative and suggest ideas to further develop the eco-tourism project
    • Create promotion activities around fauna and flora to local institutions (schools, orphanages, etc.)


    Fritidsaktiviteter

    In their free time, volunteers can enjoy a lot of activities around Riberalta such as enjoying the nature of the Amazon (tours, trekking) and the animals, enjoying the rivers (boat tours) or the swimming pools in the city. It is also very easy to go to Brazil where you there is a lot of ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    In their free time, volunteers can enjoy a lot of activities around Riberalta such as enjoying the nature of the Amazon (tours, trekking) and the animals, enjoying the rivers (boat tours) or the swimming pools in the city. It is also very easy to go to Brazil where you there is a lot of amenities for shopping.

    If volunteers want to travel, there is a lot to see in Bolivia itself (easily accessible by plane) such as the salt flats, the Titicaca Lake, the cities of La Paz, Sucre and Tarija (this last one for the wines), the mines of Potosi and of course its incredible nature and the parks around Santa Cruz (Amboro) or Samaipata, and around Villa Tunari.


    Krav

    Krav

    Minimiålder: 18 år

    För att kunna delta i programmet måste du vara minst 18 år gammal på programmets startdatum. Det kan finnas undantag om du kan visa upp tillstånd från din(a) vårdnadshavare eller om du åtföljs av dina föräldrar.

    Språkfärdigheter

    Du måste tala Engelska (grundnivå) eller Spanska (grundnivå)

    Utbildningskrav

    Environment, Biology, Research på University nivå

    Dokument som krävs

    CV and passport

    Begränsningar av nationalitet

    Inga begränsningar. Hjälpande händer från hela världen är välkomna.

    Andra Färdigheter

    Ideally a biology or biodiversity degree (or currently studying) Interest for wildlife and plants in the rainforest Ability to work independently Minimum commitment of 1 month Basic Spanish Patience and flexibility

    Tidsåtgång

    Din hjälp kommer att behövas på Måndag, Tisdag, Onsdag, Torsdag och Fredag

    Vad som ingår

    Vad som ingår

    Tjänster av Sustainable Bolivia

      All Prices Include:

      • Pre-arrival support
      • Research supervision by a local biologist
      • Accommodation at the Aquicuana Reserve
      • 3 meals a day (vegetarian/vegan option possible)
      • Volunteer or internship placement
      • 24-hour staff support
      • Drinkable water
      • Internet access
      • Orientation
      • Airport pick up (in Riberalta) and initial transportation to the Reserve
      • Cleaning services
      • Discount to Plant Medicine Retreat Pisatahua

    Hämtning på flygplatsen på Gen Buech Airport

    Airport pick up from the city of Riberalta

    Boende

    We offer accommodation inside the Aquicuana Reserve and share Pisatahua Retreat's infrastructure. Volunteers and interns share dorm rooms in our sustainable ecolodges, the volunteer cabin and the research station.

    About infrastructure in Pisatahua:

    We employ energy-efficient innovations to enhance the comfort and aesthetic experience of our guests.  We make every possible attempt to utilize local, natural, and sustainable building materials for housing and furniture.

    We use renewable energy resources and we’ve implemented simple, cost-efficient, energy and water conservation measures.  We treat grey-water and recycle all our waste.

    Our facilities were constructed with sustainably-harvested wood, bamboo, and palm leaves. We designed all of our infrastructure in accordance with traditional construction techniques; however, these methodologies were adapted to meet our specific needs. Local community members are employed for all our construction and maintenance needs.

    All construction methods minimized the removal of vegetation.  The trees whose lives we spared return the favor by cooling down the area and shielding our guests from the sun.

    We constructed limited number of elevated walkways to prevent soil erosion and protect fragile ecosystems.  These walkways also protect our guests from the jungle elements.

    Energy and Water Conservation:

    Due to our remote location, we’re completely off-grid and we must generate our own electricity.  Electricity use is limited to power a few appliances such as common-area lighting, water pumps, and kitchen equipment.

    We’ve taken steps to minimize our water usage by implementing a few simple measures including: low-flow restrictor valves, low-flow toilets and water saving nozzles. Furthermore, guests are required to use 100% biodegradable, phosphorous-free soap and shampoo.

    Some of our energy conservation measures include:

    • Renewable solar energy light-bulbs
    • Drying racks on clothes line
    • Reusing towels and linens
    • High efficiency appliances
    • Energy efficient refrigeration
    Our goal is to Leave-No-Trace when it comes to waste. Anything we pack in, we bring out. We recycle everything we can in the city of Riberalta.  All organic matter from the kitchen is composted. A conscious effort is made to reduce all packaging. Whenever possible we purchase supplies made from recycled materials.

    Mat och Dryck

    • Drinkable water available
    • 3 meals per day (vegetarian/vegan option possible)

    Tillgång till Internet

    God tillgång till projektområdet

    Vad ingår INTE?

    Vad ingår INTE?

    Flygbiljetter

    Den närmaste flygplatsen är Gen Buech Airport (RIB) i Riberalta. Vi hjälper dig att hitta billiga flyg till Bolivia. HITTA BILLIGA FLYG

    Reseförsäkring

    Att resa utomlands är ett äventyr och det är alltid bäst att vara förberedd. Plötslig sjukdom eller skada, avbokning eller stöld - en reseförsäkring för Bolivia ger trygghet och är ett plus att ha. FÅ ETT PRISFÖRSLAG

    Vacciner

    Om du har för avsikt att arbeta som volontär i Bolivia bör du söka medicinsk rådgivning innan du börjar din sociala resa. Kontrollera vilka vaccinationer som krävs för Bolivia. KONTROLL AV VACCIN

    Detaljer vid ankomsten

    When can your start volunteering?
    Volunteers can join the program throughout all year round.

    How to get to Riberalta?
    First you would have to fly into Bolivia - either La Paz (LPB) or Santa Cruz (VVI). From there you can take a connecting flight with the airline Ecojet to Riberalta. There are daily flights that cost about $120 each way. We typically recommend you fly into Santa Cruz as the connections are easier. Contact us for information to purchase a flight with a local travel agency.
    Tillgänglighet
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    Pris för programmet

    4 veckor (min. vistelse) 698€
    8 veckor 1 397€
    12 veckor 2 095€
    48 veckor (max. vistelse) 8 379€
    Genomsnittliga priser 175€/vecka

    Pris för programmet

    175€ per vecka 4 - 48 veckor Ålder 18 - 50+

    Betalningsmetoder

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    Varaktighet

    4 - 48 veckor

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    Slutbetalning

    Din slutbetalning kommer att överenskommas med Sustainable Bolivia under ansökningsprocessen. Vanliga lösningar är antingen via banköverföring eller kontant betalning på projektplatsen.


    Möt din programledare

    Sustainable Bolivia

    Utmärkt 4.8 rating (17 fältrapporter)

    Non-profit - grundades 2006

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    Värd är

    Erik

    Talade språk: Spanska, Engelska

    Om projektet

    Founded in 2007, Sustainable Bolivia is an international non-profit organization with conservation and sustainable development initiatives in the Bolivian Amazon

    Möt din programledare

    Founded in 2007, Sustainable Bolivia (SB) is a 501 (c) 3 international non-profit organization with conservation and sustainable development initiatives in the Bolivian Amazon.


    Our Work in the Aquicuana Reserve

    In 2016, we helped secure protection for more than 20,000 hectares of rainforest, establishing the Aquicuana Reserve. Inside the Reserve, we partner with local communities and oversee projects focused on community-based ecotourism, conservation and resource management, and environmental education/research.


    Our Work in Riberalta

    In the nearby city of Riberalta, SB supports local organizations with volunteer placementsand micro-grant funding.  We provide local scholarships and organize internships, art residencies, and research opportunities for international students and professionals.  We also oversee a Spanish and Indigenous Language School providing instruction in the native Chacobo, Cavineño and Ese Ejja languages.


    17 fältrapporter · rating4.8

    Yosquin Gilbos rating5

    2022 at Independent Research in Bolivian Amazon

    I wanted to be in the Amazon and achieve something meaningful there. After discussing with local biologist and supervisor Vincent Vos, I decided to illustrate a map of the new Aquicuana Municipal Reserve. As of writing this review the map is unfinished, and I doubt I'll ever feel like it will do the ...
    I came to Sustainable Bolivia to volunteer with their conservation efforts. The support they offered was amazing, and there was also a good group of other volunteers and local to bond with. There is no other place like it, it was such a special experience to have in Bolivia. The relationships I made ...
    I really liked my two months with sustainable Bolivia, the forest was amazing, surprising and I'm very sad to leave her. I was really free in the job I had to do and the other volunteers and the staff were really cool, the mood was all the time really friendly. Even if you don't have a lot to do ...
    A wonderful experience in the middle of the amazonia .The aquicuana reserve is a wonderful place to work at, I was part of a project about listing the different species present in the reserve. I spent some times at the office with other volunteer but also on the field. I even had the chance to stay ...
    A wonderful experience in the middle of the amazonia. The aquicuana reserve is a wonderful place to work at, I was part of a project about listing the different species present in the reserve. I spent some times at the office with other volunteer but also on the field. I even had the chance to stay ...
    I felt safe and supported navigating a new country, culture and language. I had the opportunity to volunteer at a local orphanage in the afternoons, access to spanish classes and staying a duration with a local family. To this day I am still touched by this unforgettable experience in Bolivia. It ...

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    Amerika > Sydamerika > Bolivia > Riberalta

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