Environmental Volunteer Quests

Volunteer Abroad Environmental Programs: 1-52 weeks

"I couldn't have been more pleased with my experience in Ecuador. Wonderful host family, great program coordinator, and beautiful country."

-Erin, Ecuador Environmental Volunteer

Environmental Volunteering

In the developing world, environmental challenges often take a back seat to seemingly more pressing social and economic development issues, but they are undoubtedly linked.  Preserving the environment is necessary for improved quality of life and can even contribute to economic and social development. United Planet is committed to a variety of environmental awareness projects around the world.  There are many opportunities for both short-term and long-term professional and non-professional volunteers to make a critical difference worldwide.

  • Popular with students and families during summer, winter, and spring breaks. Adventurers and retirees may join programs year-round.
Universities, Schools, Corporate, Youth Groups, Spiritual Organizations
  • Create your own customized Group Volunteer Programs.
  • Long-term environmental programs vary by country

More Information:

Environmental Volunteer Quest Locations

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Volunteers working in the woods
  

Conservation and Environmental Education

Conservation work includes maintaining trails and keeping an inventory of identified flora and fauna.  Environmental education initiatives in the local community include improving awareness of biodiversity and conservation methods.

 

Locations:

Ecuador, Costa Rica, Jordan
 
    
 

Protecting Sea Turtles

United Planet works with partner organizations to protect endangered sea turtle populations all along Costa Rica’s coast and in Goa, India.  Volunteers guard nests and assess the habitat for threats to sea turtle life, collect and relocate eggs, help construct hatcheries and educate tourists and the local community about the plight of these animals. 

Locations: Costa Rica; Goa, India
     
Child with tree  

Eco-Tourism 

Through ecotourism, Costa Rica is raising the standard of living of residents while protecting the environment. United Planet projects include reintroducing plants to deforested areas, farms that cultivate medicinal plants and animal rehabilitation centers. Ongoing research studies focus on animal health care, husbandry and biology.

 

Location: Costa Rica

 

Dates
Short-term Environmental Quests are available year-round with two start dates per month. Specific start dates vary by location. Long-term Quests begin in January and August of 2010.

 

Program Fees Include:
  • Preparation & training before departure
  • Food & lodging in-country (what’s included may vary by country, call for details)
  • Airport transportation
  • Cultural activities and excursions
  • Emergency medical insurance
  • Ongoing support from Coordinators in each country

Fees do not include:

  • Visa processing charges
  • International airfare
  • Any required vaccinations or immunizations
  • Local transportation

Three Easy Steps to Apply

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Step 1: Choose your Volunteer Abroad Quest Country and then fill in the online application.

Step 2: Submit your $250 deposit at the time of application. You may pay the deposit online with a credit card as part of your application process, call our office at 1-800-292-2316 to provide your credit card information or send a check to our Boston office.

Step 3: The Regional Coordinator in the Boston office will contact you to arrange a phone interview. 

Questions about applying?

Call one of our friendly Regional Quest Coordinators today. We will walk you step-by-step through the application process and answer any questions you may have.

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