Snorkelling, Kayaking and Community Engagement for Island Conservation in Malaysia

Durations: 2 - 12 weeks
Fieldwork hours35 hrs of fieldwork per week
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The project
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 g...
What’s included

Project work

Assist with community activities to raise environmental awareness.

Accommodation

Stay in shared dorm-style accommodation in a volunteer house in the village.

Meals

This program includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Airport transfer

You’ll be picked up from Kota Bharu Airport (KBR) and then take 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 project work.
What's not included

Flights and airport taxes, medical and travel insurance, visa costs, police or background check, additional drinks and gratuities, extra local excursions, personal items and toiletries, Perhentian marine park fee, local transport during free time, food and accommodation outside the project and volunteer house.

Your accommodation

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 volunteer 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.

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