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Teaching english in Borneo

Its now been a few weeks since the return of pioneer volunteers, Donna Barlow, Arsalan Naeem and Jody Lee from the isolated schools of Sabah.  The volunteers certainly had an experience not to be forgotten from large spiders hiding in toilets to encountering herds of elephants whilst on night river cruises.

The volunteers first school was at Tomanggong palm oil plantation which is near  Tabin wildlife reserve.  The schools are very isolated and are a 2 hour 4×4 journey  away from the nearest town Lahad Datu.  But saying that the plantation has all what  you need including a small bar and badminton courts but phone signal is low which  is great.  The volunteers helped at the small school (60 children) run by Judith and  Ardana.  The children raise the Malaysian flag and sing songs including the Humana  song each morning.  The children were preparing for a competition at the end of  July where they would compete against 20 other schools in events such as football,  tyre rolling, volleyball, singing and dancing to name a few.  Each afternoon the  volunteers helped the children to practice for these events with Arsalan being the  football coach.  The housing the volunteers stayed in had been abandoned for a  while and many new squatters had taken residence in the house.  One day, Arsalan went to the toilet and to his astonishment when he stood up a HUGE spider was sat in the toilet bowl looking up at him! HELLO.  The plantation and surrounding forests are FULL of creepy crawlies and a nice dry cool house is very appealing for these critters.  Not all the animals living in the surrounding forest are all that creepy.  The plantation backs onto Tabin Wildlife Reserve which is home to Pygmy elephants, Sumatran rhino’s and orangutans.  On one of routes out of the plantation goes pass Tabin reserve and if you are lucky you can see these creatures crossing the road – Arsalan and Jody saw a few herds of elephants.  The weekend event soon came with the Tomanggong team ready and willing to take on the other schools!  After a non eventful journey to the event location the children of Tomanggong won all but 1 event!  With Arsalan’s football team not losing a single game.  The journey back was somewhat more eventful with tires bursting and heavy rains swelling rivers but after 7 hours and very wet clothes everyone made it safely back to Tomanggong.

The second month was based at Melangking which is just 15km from Sukau village which is the  centre of river cruises to see various wildlife including orangutans, elephants, hornbills,  crocodiles and even sun bears.  The plantation has three schools with between 20 to 40 children  going to each school. The children are again well behaved but it is obvious the children lack  confidence in speaking and writing english and their environmental awareness is very low.    Donna an orangutan and nature lover found her place at Melangking and started a recycling  scheme at all three schools at this plantation.  Teaching is not the only thing the volunteers  experienced here!  Have you ever seen male chickens’, cockerels wearing boxing gloves???  Well  one day the volunteers look out their window only to see two cockerels fighting with small  gloves on their claws.  These cockerels were practicing for cock fights which are illegal but are  run at all villagers throughout Borneo especially after pay day.  You never know what you may  see.  Being in the plantation is one experience not to be forgotten.

I personally would like to say a big THANK YOU to the Borneo Child Aid Society (BCAS), the two plam oil estates (Melangking and Tomanggong), Judith, Nesta, Junecel, Torben,  Mr Chee and Mr Wong and of course the three brave pioneer volunteers – Arsalan, Donna and Jody.

Ecoteer are now working with BCAS on a permanent volunteer program focusing on improving the English skills and environmental awareness of the children of the Palm Oil estates.  The program is starting on January 3^rd 2011 at Melangking estate and hopefully in the future we will be able to host volunteers at Tomanggong and other estates in the future.

We hope this is the start of helping not only the children but the wildlife living in the rainforests surrounding the palm oil estates of Sabah.

For more information on the new volunteer program please go to teach english in Borneo

For information on other volunteering opportunities go to the following pages

Volunteer borneo

volunteer malaysia

volunteer asia

Volunteer Abroad

Volunteer Southeast Asia

Volunteer in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia (SE Asia) is a collection of related but dissimilar states squeezed between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. The area has long been a favorite corner of the world for globe-tramping backpackers, well-known for its perfect beaches, tasty cuisine, low prices, and good air connections.

Southeast Asia is perfect for the volunteer looking for a tried and tested location perhaps its your first volunteer project, gap year, travelling independently or careerbreak.  Volunteer in SE Asia and you will not be disappointed or lost in the middle of nowhere.  Use volunteering in south east asia as a stepping stone to other locations like India or China.  Southeast asia’s perfect beaches and lush forests make it a wise choice for any eco traveller.

Recommended volunteer abroad projects in Southeast Asia

Volunteer in Malaysia

Turtle Volunteer project in Perhentian, Malaysia

Cost – GBP200 per week

Be part of our fledgling community-based turtle conservation and marine awareness project in the most beautiful bay in the Perhentian Islands, off mainland Malaysia. Green turtles are in dire need of our help especially in Terengganu, where 4 species of marine turtle nest but three of them, the hawksbill, Olive Ridley and Leatherbacks are almost locally extinct. Volunteers help protect an important turtle beach, run a fortnightly after-school club at the primary school and teach tourists about marine conservation and turtle protection.

Join the Turtle volunteer project now

Orangutan volunteering in Borneo

Cost: Over GBP200 per week

The orangutan project is a collection of orangutan conservation projects in both Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo, funded by volunteer contributions. The GOP”s strength lies in its unique collaboration of orangutan conservation organisations or individuals who exchange knowledge, advice and ideas towards orangutan conservation in this part of the world. Each project has the shared vision of increasing the size and health of Borneo orangutan populations, bringing them back from the brink of extinction.

Join the Orangutan volunteer project new

Volunteer and teach English at borneo learning centres

Cost: Unknown

Ecoteer are combing forces with a local NGO to help them expand their network of learning centres across Sabah, Borneo Malaysia.  This volunteer project will be the second project to be run by Ecoteer.  Help teach English to the children of palm oil workers who would otherwise have no education.

Teach English in Sabah, borneo Malaysia.

Volunteer in Cambodia

Volunteer in ecotourism or teach in Cambodia

Cost: FREE

The lodge offers bed and breakfast accommodation to “green” and eco-friencly travellers, but it is also open to all kinds of visitors who want to stay somewhere completely different to conventional lodging in town. Volunteers teach English to the youth of the tribal groups to make them more employable.  English is not included in the national curriculum so volunteers teaching English is of great need.

Volunteer teach english and help the Cambodian youth find tourism employment

Volunteer in Laos

Volunteer in Laos and become part of the community

Cost: GBP100 per week

Our volunteer project focuses on community-based voluntourism in the Northern region of Laos. We help 7 villages to organize and run their own tourist products. We believe responsible tourism is the only way to reduce poverty in this region and are succeeding!  Volunteers live like a villager in Northern Laos and take part in everyday tasks.  Volunteers teach English and assist the community.  Volunteering in Laos is a great way to experience what Thailand was like pre- mass tourism.

Highly recommended.

Volunteer and immerse yourself in Laos culture

Volunteer in Laos textile

Cost: GBP50 per week

This volunteer project in laos is dedicated to Lao cultural preservation through the promotion of Lao textile arts. It is our goal to economically and socially benefit Lao rural mountain artisans and thereby contribute to the wider community especially to women.

Unique aspects are that our new volunteers do not come into an existing role rather than being able to co-steer the process of building up the future work with their commitment. A small team is in place to supervise and the founder of the Foundation can guide through various ideas connected to the projects aims.

Volunteer in Laos now

Volunteer in Thailand

Volunteers help the rural community of Thailand

Cost: GBP20-50 per week

The rural population in Thailand is poor and has only little access to education. Volunteers who share their lifes and support them can make a big change.  Volunteers at this project get involved in teaching English, construction and just about anything that makes the lifes of the local community better.

Highly recommended.

Volunteer and make a difference in Thailand

Volunteer with Elephants in Thailand

Cost – GBP100 per week

The Elephant Park is a unique project set in Northern Thailand. Established in the 1990″s our aim has always been to provide a sanctuary and rescue centre for elephants. Elephant volunteer jobs are varied, from bathing elephants to basic health care. Volunteer roles also include assisting elephants keepers bathing elephants and general duties around the park and surrounds.

Become a elephant volunteer in Thailand

Teach English in thailand

Cost: GBP100 per week

Most children in the Surin region will have never seen a foreigner and by meeting volunteers first hand and understanding the bigger picture, they can really grasp the reason and importance behind their studies. Volunteer roles at this project vary from teaching English to adults and children running educational camps and volunteer at orphanages.  Surin is one of the most poorest areas of Thailand and volunteer helpers are needed desperately.

Volunteer and teach English in Thailand

Volunteer in Borneo

Marine volunteer in Sabah, Borneo

Cost – GBP100 per week

Giant Clams the pearls of coral reefs are almost locally extinct.  Become a marine volunteer in Borneo and help save these Giants.  Volunteers help with the spawning of giant clams and coral re-planting work.  Volunteers are also involved in the environmental education work with school children.

Become a marine volunteer in borneo

Orangutan volunteering in Borneo

Cost: Over GBP200 per week

The orangutan project is a collection of orangutan conservation projects in both Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo, funded by volunteer contributions. The GOP”s strength lies in its unique collaboration of orangutan conservation organisations or individuals who exchange knowledge, advice and ideas towards orangutan conservation in this part of the world. Each project has the shared vision of increasing the size and health of Borneo orangutan populations, bringing them back from the brink of extinction.

Join the Orangutan volunteer project new

Volunteer and teach English at borneo learning centres

Cost: Unknown

Ecoteer are combing forces with a local NGO to help them expand their network of learning centres across Sabah, Borneo Malaysia.  This volunteer project will be the second project to be run by Ecoteer.  Help teach English to the children of palm oil workers who would otherwise have no education.

Teach English in Sabah, borneo Malaysia.

Day 10 – 200km of beach and 10 islands

Impact of sun tan lotion on corals

Using sunlight to power our tweets

Washing with Soapnuts

The end 200km and 10 islands have been covered

Sea turtles are “ambassadors of the oceans”, for conserving these animals means protecting the seas and coastal areas. The collection of nesting numbers is vital for their conservation but has never been conducted statewide in Terengganu therefore the walk will provide invaluable data which the decision makers wouldnt otherwise have. The Walk for Turtles event is a 10 day walk which will start, annually, on World Sea Turtle Day (16th June), in 2010 from Dungun to Kuala Besut, visiting every beach along the way (mainland and islands). The team will be collecting invaluable sea turtle data during the walk, visit conservation projects and give awareness talks. The data will be used to identify potential new areas for sea turtle nest conservation in Terengganu. The walk will be further extended in 2011 to cover all beaches in the State of Terengganu resulting in a thorough annual monitoring of sea turtle nesting densities. Raising awareness is the second objective of the walk with the team hosting presentations, meeting turtle conservation experts and visiting conservation projects. The event will be broadcast via the worldwide web, television and newspapers raising awareness throughout the world. The third objective of the walk is to raise RM100,000 for sea turtle conservation projects throughout Terengganu. The funds will be used to support sea turtle conservation in Terengganu, Malaysia.

To find out more walk for turtles

Day 9 – Setiu River mouth to Bukit Kelung

Sea turtles are “ambassadors of the oceans”, for conserving these animals means protecting the seas and coastal areas. The collection of nesting numbers is vital for their conservation but has never been conducted statewide in Terengganu therefore the walk will provide invaluable data which the decision makers wouldnt otherwise have. The Walk for Turtles event is a 10 day walk which will start, annually, on World Sea Turtle Day (16th June), in 2010 from Dungun to Kuala Besut, visiting every beach along the way (mainland and islands). The team will be collecting invaluable sea turtle data during the walk, visit conservation projects and give awareness talks. The data will be used to identify potential new areas for sea turtle nest conservation in Terengganu. The walk will be further extended in 2011 to cover all beaches in the State of Terengganu resulting in a thorough annual monitoring of sea turtle nesting densities. Raising awareness is the second objective of the walk with the team hosting presentations, meeting turtle conservation experts and visiting conservation projects. The event will be broadcast via the worldwide web, television and newspapers raising awareness throughout the world. The third objective of the walk is to raise RM100,000 for sea turtle conservation projects throughout Terengganu. The funds will be used to support sea turtle conservation in Terengganu, Malaysia.

To find out more walk for turtles

Day 1 – Going to Tenggol island and walking to Rantau Abang

Coral bleaching

Interview with Capt Mok

Walking Tanjong Jara Resort to Rantau Abang

Sea turtles are “ambassadors of the oceans”, for conserving these animals means protecting the seas and coastal areas. The collection of nesting numbers is vital for their conservation but has never been conducted statewide in Terengganu therefore the walk will provide invaluable data which the decision makers wouldnt otherwise have. The Walk for Turtles event is a 10 day walk which will start, annually, on World Sea Turtle Day (16th June), in 2010 from Dungun to Kuala Besut, visiting every beach along the way (mainland and islands). The team will be collecting invaluable sea turtle data during the walk, visit conservation projects and give awareness talks. The data will be used to identify potential new areas for sea turtle nest conservation in Terengganu. The walk will be further extended in 2011 to cover all beaches in the State of Terengganu resulting in a thorough annual monitoring of sea turtle nesting densities. Raising awareness is the second objective of the walk with the team hosting presentations, meeting turtle conservation experts and visiting conservation projects. The event will be broadcast via the worldwide web, television and newspapers raising awareness throughout the world. The third objective of the walk is to raise RM100,000 for sea turtle conservation projects throughout Terengganu. The funds will be used to support sea turtle conservation in Terengganu, Malaysia.

To find out more walk for turtles

15th June – the night before – walk for turtles :-)

Sea turtles are “ambassadors of the oceans”, for conserving these animals means protecting the seas and coastal areas. The collection of nesting numbers is vital for their conservation but has never been conducted statewide in Terengganu therefore the walk will provide invaluable data which the decision makers wouldnt otherwise have. The Walk for Turtles event is a 10 day walk which will start, annually, on World Sea Turtle Day (16th June), in 2010 from Dungun to Kuala Besut, visiting every beach along the way (mainland and islands). The team will be collecting invaluable sea turtle data during the walk, visit conservation projects and give awareness talks. The data will be used to identify potential new areas for sea turtle nest conservation in Terengganu. The walk will be further extended in 2011 to cover all beaches in the State of Terengganu resulting in a thorough annual monitoring of sea turtle nesting densities. Raising awareness is the second objective of the walk with the team hosting presentations, meeting turtle conservation experts and visiting conservation projects. The event will be broadcast via the worldwide web, television and newspapers raising awareness throughout the world. The third objective of the walk is to raise RM100,000 for sea turtle conservation projects throughout Terengganu. The funds will be used to support sea turtle conservation in Terengganu, Malaysia.

To find out more walk for turtles

Voluntourism – the benefits and pitfalls

A huge proportion of people who experience volunteering while on vacation are inspired to volunteer long-term, passionate advocates or donors for their own community.  This is a huge benefit of the booming voluntourism industry, one that is so often overlooked.  A voluntourism experience offers a bit of volunteering within a normal holiday, and that’s why there is a cost involved — because people are paying for a holiday, but there is also a donation to a project involved too.

The industry is growing because more and more people are seeking meaning, fulfilment and a sense of purpose in life. If this is not met in their careers and daily lives, volunteering whilst traveling is a powerful way to meet this desire.

It is important to remember voluntourism and aid work are two distinct markets, appealing to two completely different groups.  Aid programs perform an essential role, but people involved with it are long-term participants, volunteers or otherwise. Voluntourism is for people who are going on vacation who do not have the time to be involved with traditional aid programs.

Benefits of voluntourism to the host communities depend on the skills of the volunteer.  For example, doctors provide a specific need within a community while volunteers can help build libraries, schools or houses that the community could not otherwise afford.

There also need to be benefits to the individual to ensure they have a well-rounded travel experience. A responsible voluntourism provider needs to identify the best available accommodation, which has strong environmental and social responsibility credentials and guides who are trained in responsible travel principles.

Voluntourists should look for an organization that consults with the local community, and assurance that the needs of the project has been sourced by the community rather than imposed on it externally.  Their skills should be matched to a project and be put in touch with previous clients who have volunteered there before. Voluntourism can and does make a huge difference.

For example, five years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans is a growing destination for people who want to help out in a variety of areas: environmental conservation, wildlife preservation, and assisting people affected by this calamity.  There is still much to be done to help renovate houses damaged by that storm or help with skills training of long-term unemployed. This is an excellent example of all the good things voluntourism can do.

But it’s almost impossible for the discerning volunteer to figure out which volunteering organizations are doing good work and which are not.

They can cost a fortune, but local communities see little of the benefits — and all volunteers are left with is a dose of cynicism. It’s a minefield out there.

The small organizations genuinely doing good on the ground are overlooked because they can’t afford to engage in mass marketing.  This is what Ecoteer seeks to rectify by giving the smaller organisations a chance to reach the masses.  However a lot of big travel companies now create volunteering opportunities, but it just doesn’t fit with what’s really needed overseas.

There are key questions that individuals need to ask before they choose a volunteering project: Are the projects needed? Are you a charity or a profit-making company? Can I see a copy of your accounts to see where the money actually goes?

There needs to be a regulatory body that assesses the validity of different organizations and keeps the industry honest. But the large travel organizations that dominate the industry are powerful and going to be dead against the idea of a regulatory body because it will make them look as ridiculous as they are behind the gloss.  But that’s what is needed — easy access to information so individuals know their time and money will be put to good use.

Voluntourism can make tangible differences but as voluntourists its our duty to research about the projects as much as possible and go with an open mind.  Bad experiences are almost always due to high expectations after glossy brochures make it seem you will save the world. When in reality the world is a cruel place.  Go with an open heart and mind and you will have a life changing experience as well as playing a small part in helping this world. Voluntourism is the way to travel.

Ecoteer Team

Volunteer abroad

Volunteer in Asia, it sticks to you

Asia sticks to you. The joss sticks lit for the household shrines in Thailand impart a sweet perfume to the thick air. The heavenly aroma of Indian spices follows you for days.

This is a spiritual place infused with the gods of past and present: the ancient spirits of the land and the family, the deities of Buddhism and Hinduism and the rules of Islam. Architectural wonders and sacred spaces abound from the Great Wall of China and the temples of Angkor to lesser known marvels in Myanmar, Nepal and Afghanistan.

From sublime coastlines to snow capped mountains, rolling landscapes fed by the monsoon rains and frenetic cities fizzling with energy, the diversity of Asia’s landscapes is mind-boggling. As are their highlights from trekking Malaysia’s steamy jungles and wildlife spotting in southern India to riding horses through the Mongolian steppes, skiing Japan’s Alps and dodging falling coconuts on of the continents many remote islands.

Then there’s the food. Tuck into fiery Indian curries, get adventurous with a local dish from a road side stall and gulp down a hearty bowl of Japanese ramen. With its colours, smells, flavours and personalities, you’ll find Asia is deliciously rewarding.

Asia truely is one of the best continents to explore and immerse yourself in culture and thus is a hotspot to volunteer.

Volunteering abroad in Asia

There are numerous opportunities to volunteer in Asia.  Volunteering in Asia can take you from the cold lake of Baikal in Russia to the lush tropical island of Perhentian in Malaysia.  Another added bonus about volunteering in Asia is that it is easy to travel around for individual volunteers.  Combining both volunteering and backpacking all into one trip – which could last a life time.
Volunteer in Malaysia

Help the people and turtles of Perhentian, Malaysia

Be apart of Help Our Penyu’s fledgling community-based turtle conservation and marine awareness program in the most beautiful bay in the Perhentian Islands, off mainland Malaysia. Green turtles are in dire need of our help especially in Terengganu, where 4 species of marine turtle nest but three of them, the hawksbill, Olive Ridley and Leatherbacks are almost locally extinct. The populations of green Turtles in the area have also decreased by 80% in little over 50 years, so we are desparately trying to prevent the Green Turtles going locally extinct as well.

Volunteer with Turtles

Volunteer in India

Organic Yoga farm

We are a farm retreat located in Muthalamada near Chulliar Dam in the Palakkad District of Kerala. The center is set in the ambiance of our organic farm at the base of the Nelliampathy hills falling along the southern edge of the Palakkad gap.

Organic farm originated as an attempt to find ones earthy moorings at the culmination of a period of inner search, replete with inner struggles and wanderings. It was also a phase of dwelling on the teachings of J.Krishnamurti, Ramana Maharshi, Gita and Ramakrishna.’ Sradha’ is intended as a place for physical work and inner inquiry.

volunteers are expected to take part in the activities here and also find time for silence, reading , inner inquiry, yoga etc.

Volunteer at yoga retreat

Volunteer at Tiger lodge

Nestled deep in the picturesque Ramganga valley and surrounded by lush hills, the Lodge lies in total seclusion with the meandering Ramganga virtually cutting it off from human habitation. The lodge is strategically located on the banks of the river, the lifeline of Corbett, before it enters the park at Domunda. We provide a unique wildlife experience for nature lovers and easily ranks as one of the wildest jungle lodges in India. The rustle of the breeze in the adjoining forests, the calls of birds, the rumble of the river as it goes over rapids and sitting around a campfire at night to hear alarm calls of sambar and barking deer, provides an unforgettable dimension to the ambience. What makes it unique is the diversity it offers. The envious location affords long walks into the surrounding forest, something not permitted inside the park. A good mix of riverine, forest and high altitude habitat makes it a birdwatchers haven. With exclusive fishing beats replete with Golden Mahseer, anglers have rated it as the best sportfishing destination in North India. The added attraction of elephant safaris in the wild country makes this an irresistable proposition.

Volunteer with tigers in india

Volunteer in Thailand

Teaching in Thailand

Surin is one of the poorest regions in Thailand and most adults have had no English language education in their lives. Poor workers whether Farmers, Government employees or Tuk Tuk drivers can’t afford to take language lessons and yet they would benefit greatly from even having a fundamental grasp of the English language. English is the ’the’ global language and as the country develops and integrates more with the rest of the world, it is important that it’s poorest citizens don’t get left behind. LemonGrass aims to help some of the poorer adults in society by providing courses run by western volunteers. The interaction, the experience and the early steps of learning English can give disadvantaged people in Thailand a real start and help them in their lives and careers. Whilst Surin is far from the tourist trail, offering volunteers a taste of the real Thailand, more and more adventurous travellers and businesses are appearing in the region, making this an ideal opportunity to help poor communities grow. Working with adults is a great way for western people to make some lifelong friends with people from a very different culture.

Volunteer teaching in Thailand

Volunteer with elephants

Elephant Nature Park is a unique project set in Northern Thailand. Established in the 1990″s our aim has always been to provide a sanctuary and rescue centre for elephants. The park is set in Chiang Mai province, some 60km from the city, and has provided a sanctuary for over 34 distressed elephants from all over Thailand. Set in a natural valley, bordered by a river, and surrounded by forested mountains the area offers a timeless glimpse of rural life.

Elephant volunteer jobs are varied, from bathing elephants to basic health care. Traveling around the country in a variety of modes, from 4 wheel truck to bamboo raft volunteers will experience local and tribal lifestyles, culture and hospitality

Volunteer with elephants in Thailand

Volunteer in Laos

Help the northern communities of Laos

The GreenHeart Foundation is dedicated to Lao cultural preservation through the promotion of Lao textile arts. It is our goal to economically and socially benefit Lao rural mountain artisans and thereby contribute to the wider community especially to women.  The project was initiated in 2007 and now needs helpers for a new strategy progress.

The aim is to re-start the foundations work within the target villages by end of this year. At the moment the project needs planning, development of back office, management and creative computer work, PR work…

Volunteer with Laos community

Volunteer in Sri Lanka

Medicinal plants are disappearing fast

We are a grassroot NGO involved in conservation of fast disappearing native plant species and documentation of indigenous knowledge or ethno botanical values associated with native plants. We possess a wonderful arboretum with rare medicinal and wild fruit plants with plenty of valuable traditional knowledge and all volunteers are placed in our arboretum in eco friendly architecture. Our main objective is to propagate these rare plants amongst Sunday schools in rural church parishes and Buddhist monasteries with hands on experience.

Volunteer in Sri Lanka

Volunteer abroad with Ecoteer

Ecoteer is a community of volunteer and volunteer projects abroad.  Ecoteer members can contact the volunteer projects directly eliminating the middleman or agents costs which inflate volunteer fees.  Ecoteer has volunteer opportunities, teach abroad placements, and internships abroad in many industries including ecotourism, conservation, community work and teaching.

To find how you can volunteer abroad visit www.Ecoteer.com today.

Volunteer during the World Cup

As we all know the World Cup is being held in South Africa this month.  But football is not the only thing in South Africa this year.  Read on to find out more about the volunteer opportunities Ecoteer offers in South Africa.

Humanitarian work in Tzaneen

The project is a humanitarian organization serving vulnerable, poor and orphaned children and their families in a holistic way. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work in all five main human need areas and experience the fulfilling and content feeling of changing someones destiny.

GBP150 per week

http://www.ecoteer.com/placements/placements.php?func=view&placementid=398&orgID=4930

Monkey around near the Kruger national park

This Centre has rescued primates from all over the world and currently cares for over 70 Common Marmosets, Black eared Marmosets, Common Squirrel Monkeys, Bolivian Squirrel Monkeys, Tamarins and Mona Monkeys at our South African monkey sanctuary. Based in South Africa, we have enjoyed the company of volunteer workers from the USA, UK, The Netherlands, Denmark, Australia and New Zealand.

Just GBP150 per week.

http://www.ecoteer.com/placements/placements.php?func=view&placementid=251&orgID=1084

Volunteer at this eco-camp in South Africa

We are a small, (2.5ha), fledgling, tourist resort, situated alongside near pristine sub-tropical riverine forest in Morgan Bay a small coastal resort just north of East London and immediately south of the transkei, South Africa. Our main asset is the riverine forest, trees, plants, birdlife and tranquility.

They offer free accommodation – just pay for your food!

http://www.ecoteer.com/placements/placements.php?func=view&placementid=171&orgID=761

Help in the rural areas of South Africa

This is a rural South African Non Profitable Organization based in Tsweleni, in the heart of the Wild Coast. We are dedicated to the youngest, aged between 3 to 7 years old pre-school students, and the elders living in the rural former Transkei.  Our aim is to improve health, living and learning conditions in our poverty stricken rural areas, through creative awareness, education and local empowerment.

GBP130 per week

http://www.ecoteer.com/placements/placements.php?func=view&placementid=186&orgID=776

Daniel

Volunteer abroad in ecotourism

Walk for Turtles

Sea turtles are “ambassadors of the oceans”, for conserving these animals means protecting the seas and coastal areas. The collection of nesting numbers is vital for their conservation but has never been conducted statewide in Terengganu therefore the walk will provide invaluable data which the decision makers wouldnt otherwise have.
The Walk for Turtles event (organised by Ecoteer and Help Our Penyu) is a 10 day walk which will start, annually, on World Sea Turtle Day (16th June), in 2010 from Dungun to Kuala Besut, visiting every beach along the way (mainland and islands). The team will be collecting invaluable sea turtle track and body pit data during the walk, visit conservation projects and give awareness talks. The data will be used to identify potential new areas for sea turtle nest conservation in Terengganu. The walk will be further extended in 2011 to cover all beaches in the State of Terengganu resulting in a thorough annual monitoring of sea turtle nesting densities. Raising awareness is the second objective of the walk with the team hosting presentations, meeting turtle conservation experts and visiting conservation projects. The event will be broadcast via the worldwide web, television and newspapers raising awareness throughout the world. The third objective of the walk is to raise RM100,000 for sea turtle conservation projects throughout Terengganu. The funds will be used to support sea turtle conservation in Terengganu, Malaysia.

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