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Quick Look
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Location:
Tasek Merimbun - Brunei
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Language of Instruction: English
Overview
Research and learn about conservation in a tropical area of outstanding beauty. This is an ideal project for those looking to gain research experience in a tropical environment.
The area is a 7,800 hectare wildlife sanctuary and forest conservation area centred on Tasek Merimbun. It encompasses a lake, surrounding wetlands, peat swamp forest and lowland dipterocarp rainforest.
The lowland rainforest that surrounds the lake is a very important ecosystem. It contains thousands of different animal and plant species, including, to date, 800 different species of plants, 40 different species of dragonflies and the white collared fruit bat which is found only here.
Scientists believe that more plants and animals could be discovered here with further research.
The species in the park include:
- Mammals: Clouded leopard; Wild boar; Deer; Mouse deer; Langurs; Tarsiers; Sun bears; Banded palm Civet cat; Bats; Shrews and squirrels
- Birds: Raptors; Argus Pheasant; Hornbills; Raffles Malkoha; Barbets; Terns; Cuckoos; Woodpeckers; Kingfishers
- Reptiles and Amphibia: Crocodiles; Monitor lizards; Snakes including paradise tree snakes (a gliding snake); Skinks and geckos; Frogs and toads – water, ground and tree
The type of work varies. We have projects which include the following plus more:
- Habitat Restoration
- Collection, identification and preparation of specimens
- Maintenance of data bases (Tropical plant Species Identification and Herbarium Collection)
- Preparation of informational material on TMHP fauna and flora – trail information, booklets
Travellers arranges voluntary work placements overseas. These projects are open to everybody from 17-99, and all nationalities are welcome!
No qualifications are required to volunteer - just enthusiasm to help and a desire to experience a new culture, from the inside. Travellers projects are very flexible (2 weeks - 1 year) and varied.
Travellers also provides many work experience placements in law, medicine, journalism, veterinary, design and more. You can also participate in structured language courses or culturally specific courses (capoeira, tango, meditation) alongside your volunteering to really absorb the culture.
All your food and accommodation and in country transfers and transportation are included in the cost as well as excellent 24/7 support and back up staff. You will receive plenty of preparation information and support before your departure and Travellers will keep in touch throughout your project to ensure you are happy and well on your placement.
Your volunteering contribution benefits the community and provides a lifetime experience that is safe and structured for the volunteer.
Eligibility
No Requirements or experience necessary. Open to all aged 17+
Housing/Accommodation
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Dormitory
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Homestay / Host Family
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Apartment / Flat
All Housing is included in the cost. All accommodation is approved by Head Office staff for security, comfort and cleanliness.
Program Costs
$2,200-$4,229USD (for 1 to 3 months)
Costs
Include: Full support from the moment of booking and throughout your placement to your return home. There are support staff in every destination and a 24 hour emergency international telephone line direct to the Head Office. All food (3 meals a day plus drinks and snacks) are provided. Accommodation is provided (whether a rented house, a hotel/hostel, homestay, apartment or flat). All in country travel is provided for the placement. You will also be met from the airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. This manager will also be on call 24 hours a day and you will see them frequently. Pre-departure you will receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flight not included.
Financial Aid
Yes.
Fundraising is available for all projects (http://www.travellersworldwide.com/peripherals/fundraising.htm)
Dates
Year-round and Ongoing. You choose your start/end dates. Projects range from 2-weeks to 1-year in length.
Contact
Travellers Worldwide
7 Mulberry Close
Ferring, West Sussex BN12 5HY
United Kingdom
Tel:
+44 1903 502 595
Fax:
+44 1903 500 364
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