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Trekforce Worldwide: Conservation Expeditions

Expeditions with Trekforce Worldwide last from 4 weeks to 5 months and include volunteer work on projects including carrying out research work, building up the infrastructure of national parks and constructing research and visitor centres. These exciting team-based projects can be taken as part of longer programmes including learning Spanish in Guatemala and teaching in remote schools in the Cayo district of Belize. Every Trekforce project is carried out at the request of, and in cooperation with, a local project partner and with the support of the host government and local community. Before agreeing to take on a project, Trekforce will need to be satisfied that it is both worthwhile and sustainable. Expeditions with Trekforce Worldwide last from 4 weeks to 5 months and include volunteer work on projects including carrying out research work, building up the infrastructure of national parks and constructing research and visitor centres. These exciting team-based projects can be taken as part of longer programmes including learning Spanish in Guatemala and teaching in remote schools in the Cayo district of Belize. Every Trekforce project is carried out at the request of, and in cooperation with, a local project partner and with the support of the host government and local community. Before agreeing to take on a project, Trekforce will need to be satisfied that it is both worthwhile and sustainable.

Teach programs

Requirements

Duration
  • 2 weeks or less
  • 3-6 months
Minimum age
18
Maximum age
90
Qualifications required
  • None
Language notes
Language classes are included in 3-5 month expeditions to Spanish speaking countries.
Application process
Trekforce Worldwide projects will appeal to volunteers looking for an expedition which combines adventure travel and sustainable conservation. They recommend that volunteers sign up as far in advance as they can to guarantee their chosen programme and to allow maximum time to fundraise.

Pricing

Price range
  • $2501-$5000
  • >$5000
Price includes
  • Accommodation
  • Ground transport
  • Meals

Organization details

Greenforce provides non-profit adventures and strives to improve lives and environments everywhere they go. In the past 10 years, they've successfully created heritage sites and national parks.

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