Environmental Conservation Research Project in Thailand
Environmental Conservation Research Project in Thailand
Environmental Conservation Research Project in Thailand

Useful information

If you are asking yourself the question: “How to do a gap year in English “, we have a solution. Thailand’s Phang Nga province, known for its natural beauty and abundance of endemic wildlife, is under threat from plastic pollution. Like all of our environmental protection programs . Together with the local team, you will contribute to the environmental conservation of this area in Thailand and, on a global scale, to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: Marine Life Protection, and Wildlife Protection.

BSc in Agricultural Business Management
Scientific license
STEM studies
Technical studies
Advanced studies in a relevant field
Veterinary School
Bachelor's/Master's degree in community and sustainable development
Studies in the health field

IN SHORT

Phang Nga
From
 2  
to
 12  
weeks

Intermediate English

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Description

Program description

Like all of our programs for a gap year . If you are asking yourself the question: “How to do a gap year internship in English “, we have a solution.

The main objective of this program is to minimize the effects of plastic pollution by carrying out and encouraging regular beach cleaning, collecting and analyzing data on litter, and raising awareness of the pollution in the local community and tourists. plastic and ecological behavior.

In addition, you will also contribute to other species protection missions with the local NGO and volunteers:
– Work in turtle research and conservation centers.
– Conduct studies on the biodiversity of neighboring islands, including studies on birds.
– Regular beach cleaning.

– Give environmental education courses for which complete training will be provided.

From November to March, you can also get involved in the conservation of corals, the study of fish and marine species while snorkeling on the coast of Phang Nga.

Throughout the project, you will get to know other international participants and learn about life in Southern Thailand through Songthaew trips (a local shared taxi service) or through the discovery of Thai cuisine. During your free time, you can rest on the island of Phang Nga, or explore the rest of the country before or after your program.

Key advantages

– Directly help minimize marine litter in Thailand and promote environmental awareness by working with local students.
– Strengthen the capacity of local populations to carry out their own sustainable development projects.
– Work for the conservation of endangered green turtles and learn about the threats to sea turtle populations.
– Contribute to research on biodiversity to help preserve nature reserves.
– From November to March, acquire skills on the study of corals and the identification of fish.
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In addition, you will also contribute to other species protection missions with the local NGO and volunteers:
- Work in turtle research and conservation centers.
- Conduct studies on the biodiversity of neighboring islands, including studies on birds.
- Regular beach cleaning.

- Give environmental education courses for which complete training will be provided.

From November to March, you can also get involved in the conservation of corals, the study of fish and marine species while snorkeling on the coast of Phang Nga.

Throughout the project, you will get to know other international participants and learn about life in Southern Thailand through Songthaew trips (a local shared taxi service) or through the discovery of Thai cuisine. During your free time, you can rest on the island of Phang Nga, or explore the rest of the country before or after your program.

Key advantages

- Directly help minimize marine litter in Thailand and promote environmental awareness by working with local students.
- Strengthen the capacity of local populations to carry out their own sustainable development projects.
- Work for the conservation of endangered green turtles and learn about the threats to sea turtle populations.
- Contribute to research on biodiversity to help preserve nature reserves.
- From November to March, acquire skills on the study of corals and the identification of fish.

Host organization

Our NGO partner is a member of the United Nations International Commission on Sustainable Tourism.

All their initiatives and volunteer projects are led by experts in collaboration with the local population and national governments.

The volunteer contribution is used to cover the planning of projects on the reserve (reconnaissance, team recruitment and logistical support), direct field costs (transportation, lodging, staff meals) and finally to support the project itself.

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All their initiatives and volunteer projects are led by experts in collaboration with the local population and national governments.

As a non-profit organisation, our conservation project is completely transparent. The volunteer contribution is used to cover the planning of projects on the reserve (reconnaissance, team recruitment and logistical support), direct field costs (transportation, lodging, staff meals) and finally to support the project itself. Without the physical and financial help of the volunteers, this project would not have been possible.

Strong points

Directly help minimize marine litter in Thailand and promote environmental awareness
Strengthen the capacity of local populations to carry out their own sustainable development projects
Working for the conservation of endangered green sea turtles
Gain skills on coral study and fish identification (November to March)

Included

24-hour in-country support
Reception at the airport, orientation and transfer to the project
All equipment and materials needed for the project
All the training necessary for the project by experienced staff
Meals during the project (except for long-term internships)
Accommodation in shared room

Not included

Airline tickets
Travel and repatriation insurance
Visa
Additional drinks and tips
Extra local excursions
Personal items and toiletries

Program description

Available all year round, arrivals on Saturdays

Available durations

This project is available all year long, from 2 to 24 weeks. Contact us to check start dates and availability.
2 weeks : 2795 €
4 weeks : 3545 €
6 weeks : 4395 €
8 weeks : 5095 €
10 weeks : 5995 €
12 weeks : 6795 €












Duration Fees to be paid upon registration​
2 Weeks2795€
4 Weeks3545€
6 Weeks4395€
8 Weeks5095€
10 Weeks5995€
12 Weeks6795€
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Project information

Your accommodation

Housing is allocated by local NGOs, not by Freepackers - the descriptions are there to give you an idea of the type of accommodation, as it is very likely that conditions will vary on site depending on the number of volunteers, weather conditions, availability, etc. Each volunteer will be accommodated according to the stated conditions, but it is possible that the accommodation may not match the description or images shown on this site word for word, for example, in the case of annexed housing, renovations, relocations, etc.

The rooms are composed of dormitories with a maximum of 6 volunteers, including bathroom and fresh water from the tap. It is possible that the rooms are mixed from time to time. The participants share the daily tasks on the camp (for example cleaning the common room). Drinking water will be provided.

Once there

Culture

During the project and in the local town, participants will be expected to wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees and behave in a manner consistent with Thai customs. The local team will brief you upon arrival.

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Destination information

Vaccines

You can find all ressources on the World Organization Website, in the Travel Advice section A vaccine vial.


Travel insurance​

For any international project, Real-step requires the purchase of travel insurance including coverage in case of accident, illness, repatriation and civil liability.

Note that liability insurance is included in the insurance policies of our partner Chapka Cap Student, and Cap Working Holiday because it is mandatory for internships and studies abroad. If you buy your Cap Student or Cap Working Holiday insurance online with our partner Chapka, you get 5% immediate discount by clicking on one of the 2 links above!

If you subscribe to another travel insurance, we will ask you to send us a certificate in English.

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