Island Conservation Expedition to the Seychelles

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Join a team of international volunteers as an expedition member and volunteer to assist the local government with crucial wildlife and terrestrial conservation projects in the stunning Seychelles Islands. You will work with an abundance of flora and fauna in and around the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean, assisting on priority conservation projects o...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Living in one of the most visually stunning countries in the world
    • Working alongside local partner staff
    • Swimming in the Indian Ocean at the end of hard days work
    • Exploring the other islands of the Seychelles
    • Enjoying snorkeling and seeing turtles in the water, trying a fun dive
    • Looking out for incredible ‘mega-fauna’ in the area, such as whale sharks, manta rays, and dolphins from the boat
    • Exploring National Parks
    • Visiting breeding areas for the hawksbill and green turtle, and endangered giant tortoises
    • Having an amazing and unique adventure amongst some of the most beautiful scenery in the world

What's this trip about?

    Join a team of international volunteers as an expedition member and volunteer to assist the local government with crucial wildlife and terrestrial conservation projects in the stunning Seychelles Islands. You will work with an abundance of flora and fauna in and around the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean, assisting on priority conservation projects on Curieuse Island. Exploring the beautiful forests and beaches, you might even chance upon the sighting of some bigger animals in the area such as whale sharks, dolphins and manta rays, either from shore or on your free time. If you are looking to learn more about conservation, contribute to a meaningful project and want to spend some time in an incredible location, you do not have to look any further.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityMahe island
End CityCurieuse Island

Travel Themes

  • Volunteering & Community Service
  • Transformative

Destinations

Activities

  • Bird Watching
  • Nature
  • Snorkeling
  • Volunteering & Community Service
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • Pre-departure support and discounted services
    • 24-hour emergency phone
    • Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
    • Long term experienced staff
    • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
    • All meals (unless otherwise stated in field manuals)
    • Welcome meeting
    • Location orientation
    • All necessary project training by experienced staff
    • All necessary project equipment and materials
    • 24-hour in-country support
    • Alumni discount - 20% off if booking at the same hub within 3 months, 15% off if booking at a different hub within 3 months and 10% off thereafter
    • First Aid & CPR training
    • Terrestrial research training
    • Live and work in a protected reserve under GVI

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Itinerary

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Project Life

This expedition covers a wide range of conservation efforts as you rotate between projects. You will spend the majority of your time on foot working in the forests and on the beaches, experiencing different field techniques and varied project sites.

At the end ...

Project Details

On this expedition, you will focus on several key conservation efforts within and around the Curieuse Island National Park which may include the following:

Lemon Shark Project

The mangrove system on Curieuse Island is an important nursery ground for the sicklefin lemon shark (Negaprion acutidens). GVI Seychelles is conducting a capture and release study of the shark population using P.I.T. tags and acoustic tracking. Presently, very little ...

Bird Monitoring

GVI is undertaking a baseline study of the bird life that is found on Curieuse Island. Regular bird surveys record species that are utilizing different parts of the island with new sightings sent to the Seychelles Birds Record Committee.

Coco de Mer Survey

The endemic Coco de Mer has the largest seed of all living plants and is found only on the islands of Praslin and Curieuse. Following on from a successful census of the trees covering Curieuse Island the GVI team is now conducting a growth study of these charismatic palms.

Mangrove Distribution Surveys

Curieuse Island has the largest remaining area of mangrove forest left within the Seychelles inner granitic islands. GVI Seychelles is conducting a mangrove distribution survey in relation to hydrology, temperature, salinity and tidal inundation.

Giant Tortoise Census

Giant tortoises were relocated to Curieuse Island in the 1980s as part of conservation efforts to protect the species. Over the last thirty years, the population has reproduced successfully and spread throughout the island. GVI conducts an annual census of the tortoise population and records key measurements on growth and distribution.

Hawksbill Turtle Surveys

Curieuse Island has some of the most important hawksbill turtle nesting beaches within Seychelles. Throughout nesting season, GVI conducts patrols of the beaches, recording data on nesting turtles and tagging females.

In conjunction with the Seychelles National...

Free Time

Volunteering with GVI not only allows you to participate in programs assisting disadvantaged communities or endangered ecosystems but it also offers wonderful opportunities to travel in the local area in your downtime or further afield either before or after your program. Below is some information on trips and travel options in the Seychelles.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,990
Price per day$107
Last Updated: 4/21/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Rachel

Nov 2018

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Loved every

I can honestly say that joining the GVI Turtle and Lemon Shark Conservation Project was the best thing I have ever done. It is an experience I will value for the res...

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Julia

Sep 2018

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It was an amazing program

I did a month long program in Quepos, Costa Rica with volunteers ages 18 and older. It involved working with children and organizing various activities for them incl...

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Sara

Sep 2018

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I spent a month in Costa Rica in 2015 on GVI's U18 programme. There was a week of cultural activities, two weeks volunteering, renovating a school and then a week of...

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    • Medical and travel insurance
    • Visa costs
    • Extra local excursions
    • International and domestic airport taxes
    • Personal Equipment
    • Airport transfers

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Cancellation policy

For Programs with a deposit of $358.00 or equivalent the Participant will be entitled to cancel this Agreement at any time up until 16 weeks before departure. For Programs with a deposit of $1075 or equivalent , the Participant will be entitled to cancel this Agreement at any time up until 20 weeks before departure. In the event of timely cancellation, the Participant shall not be entitled to a refund of the deposit, but will be entitled to a refund of any other monies paid. All refunds are subject to an administration fee of $14, or equivalent. In the event of cancellation after the deadlines above, the Participant shall not be entitled to a refund of any monies paid.

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Age Requirements
12 years and up
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