About the program
Sea turtle conservation protects endangered marine turtles by mitigating threats like commercial fishing bycatch, poaching, plastic pollution, and nesting habitat loss. In India, all five native species—including the Olive Ridley and Leatherback—are protected under Schedule.
Conservation Activities
Bycatch Reduction
Nesting Beach Protection
Community Engagement
Habitat & Debris Management
Locale
remote, coastal
Stipend
yes
Open To
Everyone / Solo Women Travelers / Pairs
Nationality
Open for All
No. of Working Days
6
Program Outcome
Certificate, Skills exchange, Cultural immersion, Apprenticeship, Professional experience, Personal growth
Morning: Team brief, beach restoriation activity
Noon: Lunch
Afternoon: Public awareness on beach and natural habitat conservation
Evening: Cooking, Dinner
Bycatch Reduction: Organizations like NOAA Fisheries and WWF work with commercial fisheries to mandate Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs) in nets and promote the use of barbless circle hooks.
Nesting Beach Protection: Patrolling beaches ensures eggs are safe from poachers and natural predators.
Community Engagement: Empowering local fishing communities to become conservation stewards is vital.
Habitat & Debris Management: Preserving seagrass beds and coral reefs is essential, as these serve as critical foraging grounds.
- Hours per Day:
- 6 Hours
- Days per Week:
- 6 Days
- No. of Days Off:
- 1 Day
- Schedule Flexibility:
- Fixed
1. Rushikulya Turtle Rookery ; 2> Pati Sonapur Beach (approx. 35 km south); 3> Potagarh Fort (approx. 15 km away); 4> Maa Gangadevi Temple; 5> Chilika Lake (Rambha, approx. 30 km north); 6> Gopalpur
Upcoming Batches
Select Month
Available Slots
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1 - 30 August 2026
Available Slot
1 - 30 September 2026
Available Slot
1 - 30 October 2026
Experience Highlights
- Bycatch Reduction: Organizations like NOAA Fisheries and WWF work with commercial fisheries to mandate Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs) in nets and promote the use of barbless circle hooks.
- Nesting Beach Protection: Patrolling beaches ensures eggs are safe from poachers and natural predators.
- Habitat & Debris Management: Preserving seagrass beds and coral reefs is essential, as these serve as critical foraging grounds.
Location
Nearest Railway Station: Berhampur (BAM)
Nearest Airport: Bhubeneswar
Nearest Bus Stand: Ganjam Bus Depot
Pick Up and Drop: Not Provided
Here's what your stay covers - from where you sleep to what's on your plate. The host provides these at no cost to you.
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Accommodation - Shared - 2 persons
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Bathroom - Outdoor
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Local Transport - Provided for programme activities only
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Equipment - Provided
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Programme Outcome - Certificate, Skills Exchange, Cultural Immersion, Apprenticeship, Professional Experience, Personal Growth
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Programme Fee - Rs.0 (Fully Funded)
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Travel to the programme site
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Personal travel
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Personal expenses and leisure costs
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Appropriate Clothing for sunny and humid weather. Hat, sunscreen, umbrella, sunglasses
Who Should Apply?
Basic Requirements
These are the basics to check before applying - age, commitment, fitness, and language. Make sure you fit, so the experience fits you.
- Age
- 18 - 45 Years
- Commitment
- 30 Days
- Physical Fitness
- Moderate
- Language
- Hindi, English
- Nationality
- Open for All
Skills
What helps you thrive here - from the essential to the nice-to-have. Every programme is different, so take a gentle look and see if it feels like a match.
Required Skill
These are essential for this programme - please check that you meet them before applying.
Wildlife monitoring
Preferred Skill
Not required - but if you bring these, your contribution and experience will be richer.
Birdwatching / ornithology
If you don't have the preferred skill - don't worry. The host provides full training.
Top Qualities
These are the traits you must possess to be able to perform well in the program.
- ABC
Health and Safety
What to know before you arrive - medical access, insurance, and anything specific to this location. Read this carefully.
- Vaccinations Recommended
- Malaria Vccine
- Health Considerations
- Dust
- Volunteer Insurance
- Not Covered
- Medical Facility
- Ganjam district hospital
- Safety Gear
- Not Provided
- First Aid Onsite
- Available
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