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Achieving sustainability on the Galapagos Islands

Project Description

The principal aim of Hacienda Tranquila is to devise environmentally-friendly initiatives and activities that encourage collaboration between volunteers and local people and persuade islanders to adopt environmentally-sustainable practices. Of particular focus is finding ways for both visitors and islanders to get the most out of the scenic beauty located on the upper part of the Island.

Volunteer House

Province:Galapagos

Duration:2 to 12 weeks

Type:Ecological

Why the projects need volunteers

Only by committed environmentalists sharing ideas can this project succeed.

Fast Facts
What is included?
What is not included?
What is also included?

Fast Facts
Voolunteer Time	A minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.
Project Location	Galapagos
Nearest airport	Mariscal Sucre - Quito
Responsibilities	Volunteers will be involved in the elimination and control of non-endemic plants through the re-plantation of native species. Work with local members of the community in such activities as excavating pipes to help install the community's water supply. Work with children of the INNFA (project set up to encourage children's return to education and eliminate child labor) in addition the volunteers will help children with Hypo-Therapy and supervise the same. Promote environmental welfare amongst the children; act as environmental guide to student groups and educate them about the environmental projects we work on; carry out open-air educational/recreational activities. Attend to nursery plants. Technical assistance will be available to volunteers at all times.
Hours of Work	35 - 40 hours per week
Number of places available	8 volunteers
Project availability	Throughout the year.
Prerequisities	University studies in environmental conservation or related subjects are not required. An interest in nature conservation and related activities, especially pertaining to human development, is needed. Intermediate level of Spanish.

What is included?
Accommodation	Shared or individual rooms in the volunteers' lodge.
Support	Before your trip - 24/7 advice via telephone and/or email before leaving your home country.
Training	Workshop volunteer trainning before commencing as volunteer.
Extra	Application Fee 25 hours of Spanish Lessons + Activities

What is not included?
Transport	International flight tickets. Local transport once in the country. Airline and/or airport taxes.
Insurance	Travel Insurance and related expenses.
Visa, inoculations	Visa application costs and related expenses. Inoculations and related expenses.
Food	Unfortunately, food is not included. The lodge has a kitchen in which meals can be prepared.

What is also included?
Transfer from the airport to location of the project or place of stay in Quito. Practical, informative advice and support before, during and after project from a team of professionals. In-country guidance to resolve potential issues that may arise during the project. Guidance and evaluation to check on progress during volunteer period. A facility at the organization office for making local calls. Receiving of faxes. Informative visitor guide with information on recreational activities. Certificate of successful completion as volunteer.

Please note

San Cristobal is the second largest island in terms of population in the archipelago. There is abundant flora in the southern part of the island. The major city on the island and capital of the Galapagos is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno located in the southwest part. The famous naturalist, Charles Darwin, author of The Origin of Species, arrived on the island of San Cristobal in 1835.

What skills do volunteers need?

Volunteers should: • Be interested in nature conservation. • Be proactive and able to demonstrate initiative. • Be team-spirited and able to maintain good working relationships. • Have intermediate level Spanish.

What does the Volunteer needs to bring

Insect repellent (application containing 40% Deet is recommended)
Sunscreen
Shampoo, First Aid box
Flashlight/torch
Batteries/box of matches
Water bottle
Knife (Swiss army)
Waterproof jacket
Warm, wind-proof clothing
Long-sleeved undershirts
Swimming costume
Hiking boots
Hat
Sandals
Towels
Camera-binoculars (optional)
Sunglasses
Books (for personal use)

Steps to follow

When you have booked...

Once we receive your first email we will immediately contact you to give you general information about us and projects.
Select the project where you would like to participate.
Send your CV.
Participate in an interview.
You will receive an email about confirmation of your participation and we will prepare for your trip to Ecuador.
You should fill out certain documents of the Ecuador Volunteer Foundation, which we will send you opportunely.

After you have been selected as a volunteer...

Get your flight tickets.
Get travel insurance for the time that you will participate in our projects.
Get your Police Check or Police Disclosure.
Send us the documents of the Ecuador Volunteer Foundation filled out with the pertinent information.
Verify that you got certain vaccines as Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A & B, Diphtheria, Typhoid. We recommend getting the yellow fever vaccine and malaria pills as a precaution.
Get a medical certificate.
Fill out the Final Form that is on our website.
In the case that the volunteer is not a Hispanic speaker she/he must plan a Spanish course before entering in the project.
Give an exam in Spanish to check your knowledge in the language.
Check if you need a visa to enter in the country.

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