Lemon Shark and Turtle Conservation in the Seychelles
by: GVI
Travel to the stunning Curieuse Island in the Seychelles and help to conserve two of its most important marine species! Our interns help contribute to vital conservation efforts to ensure the long-term survival of both the sickle fin lemon shark as well as the hawksbill and green turtles. Partake in our lemon shark catch and release program to help us gather valuable data, and study the nesting su...
Travel to the stunning Curieuse Island in the Seychelles and help to conserve two of its most important marine species! Our interns help contribute to vital conservation efforts to ensure the long-term survival of both the sickle fin lemon shark as well as the hawksbill and green turtles. Partake in our lemon shark catch and release program to help us gather valuable data, and study the nesting success and habits of both Hawksbill and Green turtles on the island. While you are making a difference you can enjoy living at a remote research station on one of the world’s most beautiful islands. All GVI internships are geared at developing your leadership and role model skills, allowing you to develop a variety of key soft and hard skills to boost your resume and future career!
Program Highlights
1. Live on the stunning, remote island of Curieuse
2. Help to conserve two of the Seychelles' most important marine species!
3. Gain valuable conservation knowledge
4. Develop a variety of key soft and hard skills to boost your future career
5. Explore the rest of the stunning islands of the Seychelles in your free time.
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Quick Details
- Curieuse Island, Seychelles
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Short Term
- Spring
- Marine Science
- All Nationalities
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I had a great time on bas
by: Rebecca FieldProgram: Lemon Shark and Turtle Conservation in the SeychellesI had a great time on base. I felt very welcomed which was great as it was my first time solo traveling. It took a minute to get used to the lifestyle, but you soon feel right at home. The other volunteers/interns were great and soon become your family. As they're a small number of us, which was lovely. The staff were very helpful on the hikes, and would help when I struggled in my first week. But soon got used to it and looked forward to exploring more of Curieuse island. BBQ nights were great ...
My internship was a great experience
by: Rachel CalderProgram: Lemon Shark and Turtle Conservation in the SeychellesMy internship was a great experience, you become very close with your base family and meet some pretty cool people. The surveys were a vibe, especially the sharking surveys and we got to see baby turtles going into the ocean during a nesting survey. Also to get everywhere is a hike but there are some pretty good views.
My entire experience at GVI has been amazing!
by: Claire BakerProgram: Lemon Shark and Turtle Conservation in the SeychellesMy entire experience at GVI has been amazing! I have made friends that I will keep for a long time and had experiences that will live with me forever. Living out of touch with the rest of the world in basic conditions right on the beach has been such a wonderful experience and I didn't miss my home comforts at all. Firstly being able to see turtles coming up to lay their eggs were amazing, especially one time when there were only 3 of us on the beach watching one turtle dig her egg chamber and t...
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Locations
- Curieuse Island, Seychelles
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Marine Science
Availability
Years Offered: 2017,2018,Year Round
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Required Equipment
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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