Greece Turtles

Greece

From £1,945

Program Capacity: 18 Programme Focuses will get involved in a variety of activities such as:

Activities put in order to protect the Loggerhead sea turtle nests, provide information to locals and tourist about the importance of the beach we monitor. This as well as beach patrols, nest relocation and manning the kiosk to raise public awareness for loggerhead sea turtle conservation about the project.

Itinerary
Itinerary

Need to know

1. It is important to have a very high level of fitness for this project.

2. Participants will never touch or handle turtles. It is solely a conserving and protection program.

Basic overview of location, province and places of intrest

Based in the beautiful Bay of Kyparissia in the western Peloponnese, you will be involved with conserving and protecting one of the most important loggerhead turtle nesting areas in Greece.

Orientation and training

Introduction to Turtle Conservation in Greece

How To' training on working on the beach information kiosk, bamboo harvesting, beach patrols and turtle surveys

Orientation to the campsite and surrounding area

Free time

Joining a program not only allows participants to collaborate with communities or work toward preserving unique ecosystems but it also offers plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding area or travel further to see what other parts of the region have to offer.

Long term field staff are a great source of advice, and have helped us put together the following information on local travel options. Many decide to travel before or after their experience (subject to immigration restrictions), solidifying the lifetime friendships established on program. Please note that the below suggestions are not included in the program fee, and are for the individual to organise at their own expense.

Visit Areopoli, local towns or the beautiful Monemvassia Fortress.

Main attractions, activities and nature

1. Gain real hands-on experience on Sea turtle conservation in one of the most important nesting areas for loggerhead turtles in the Mediterranean region.

2. Learn about the threats to sea turtle conservation both locally and globally and how our work combats these threats.

3. Be part of a passionate team and make the difference by going out every day (night and day) performing different conservation activities on the beautiful Greek beaches.

4. Educate tourists and local residents on sea turtle protection, it's importance and what they can do to help.
Trip Overview

Trip Overview

Visa Information:

For this program, you will need a Tourist Visa. Field staff advises that if you are a non-EU citizen entering the country you need to enter the country on a tourist visa. For most nationalities, this must be arranged in advance. Check with the immigration authorities of the countries you intend to visit or see www.cibt.com for visa application advice and information.

Communications:

You will have limited access to long-distance communications whilst on the program, so make sure friends and family know how often they can expect to hear from you. Participants typically use the internet at the campsite taverna, to keep in touch, however, be aware that the internet at the campsite is very slow as it is shared between everybody. There is no wifi in the main GVI area of the campsite so this location is not suitable for remote working. Mobile/cell phone reception is fairly good so you may want to buy a Greek SIM card in Athens if you arrive early and want to stay in touch with people back home regularly. Alternatively, the staff team can assist you with getting a phone SIM card whilst on project. SIM cards in Greece are 10 Euros and for 12 Euros you can make European calls. Please note that bringing electronic devices and valuables is a personal choice and staff cannot provide insurance or safe storage for all valuable items such as laptops. You are responsible for looking after your personal belongings. Please ensure all devices, such as mobile phones or laptops, are covered under your travel insurance policy. GVI cannot be held liable for any losses.

Physical address:

GVI FAO: Your name. Physical Address: Camping Apollo Village, Giannitsochori, Ilias 27054, Greece
What's Included?

What's Included?

Program Logistics Arrival Information:

Most volunteers arrange international flights to arrive at Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”. Please ensure you land with enough time to be at the meeting point by 16:00 PM. From here you will travel by coach or taxi to Giannitsochori accompanied by GVI field staff. The journey is approx. 4 hours long. You will arrive at the campsite around 20:30/21:00 pm. Upon arrival, you will be assigned a tent and given some time to settle in and prepare yourself for your first night at the campsite before enjoying a welcome dinner with the group.

Food:

You will get to enjoy getting involved in cooking and preparing meals for the group on a rotational basis with the help of staff if necessary. Staff usually cook over the weekends. Meals are a combination of healthy and varied Mediterranean local produce and are primarily vegetarian. There is a herb garden that we plant annually that can be used in meal preparation.

Accommodation:

Accommodation is in shared, single-gender tents at a campsite that is just a stone's throw from the beach. There are shared single-gender bathrooms and flush toilet facilities within the campsite and shower blocks with hot water during the day, dependent on the weather and the number of people as the campsite runs on solar energy. There is also cold running water available for cooking and drinking. Participants share camp duties, including cleaning, cooking and other chores

Side Trips:

There is leisure time during the day. During this time you can enjoy the beach, relax, swim or play beach sports. Additionally, you will have weekends off where you can explore the area (COVID restrictions may apply).
Pricing & Availability

Cost for additional weeks:

4 week total: £2695.00

6 week total: £3445.00

8 week total: £4245.00

10 week total: £5045.00

12 week total: £5795.00

For extra info please contact:

Email: info@whereaboutsholidays.com Phone: 0161 703 8161

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