| Working in Horticulture and Environmental Conservation |
Discover the tropical forest and its diversity! Ecuador is known for its flora and fauna, of which many species are unique to this South American country. We are offering you the opportunity to participate in an environmental protection program lead by an organization that manages six natural reserves in the country. You will be working in collaboration with other volunteers coming from around the world. You will participate in the the reproduction of new plants in the greenhouses, planting trees, and maintaining various dwellings. If you are a student or working in environmental studies, you will be able to assist scientists in their research projects. Depending on your knowledge of Spanish you can also work with the local population, on an educational project regarding sustainable methods of forest exploitation. Finally, expect the work to be physically challenging and the living conditions will be basic.
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| Minimum stay: 1 month |
| Maximum stay: 3 months |
| Age Limits: 18 years and over |
| Registration fee: $580 CAD + tax |
Participation fee:
4 weeks: $577 USD ($585 CAD)*
5 weeks: $693 USD ($703 CAD)*
6 weeks: $826 USD ($838 CAD)*
7 weeks: $936 USD ($949 CAD)*
8 weeks: $1039 USD ($1054 CAD)*
9 weeks: $1166 USD ($1183 CAD)*
10 weeks: $1276 USD ($1294 CAD)*
11 weeks: $1403 USD ($1423 CAD)*
12 weeks: $1507 USD ($1529 CAD)*
Plus $47 USD for administration fees ($48 CAD)* |
| Registration deadline: 3 months before the departure date |
| Language Requirements: English and/or Spanish |
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* Exchange rate from December 12th, 2012. For the most recent exchange rates, please consult www.desjardins.com
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What's included?
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- Pre-departure orientation session
- Accomodation in a cabine on the site
- Meals
- Technical Support
Our service includes: detailed and personalized support,
plane ticket reservation, visa advice, information about
vaccines, a pre-departure orientation day, a participant
guide to help with the preparation of your trip, and a
confirmation from our partner abroad. The placement is
guaranteed or you will be one hundred percent reimbursed.
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What's not included?
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- Plane Ticket
- Insurance
- Passport
- Vaccination
- Personal expenses / souvenirs
- Visa (if needed)
- Exit Tax
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