Background: Meru Betiri National Park is located in East Java Island. This national park lies on 50.000 hectar. There are some protections that this national park works in. They are turtle, bull, Javanese tiger, bird and distinct flower, rafflesia. Sukamade beach which is inside of Meru Betiri National Park is destination for turtle in lying their eggs. Every night the turtle will come to shore to lay their eggs. The officer monitories the activities of turtle from picking the eggs as well as checking their health. Then in the evening, the officer will release the born baby turtle. Beside this activities, the officer together with local people regularly planting the trees in order to prevent sea abrasion.
Work: Volutneer will help officer in doing conservation torward turtle such as monitories the lying egg process, release baby turtle and doing planting tres
Study theme: The volunteers could enjoy the beauty of the landscape around the project site.
Leisure Time: During the free time, the volunteers may have possibilities to explore the national park. They can visit Rajegwesi tourism village.
Accommodation: The volunteers will be accommodated in Turtle Conservation Centre/ kind of dormitory(basic conditions, sleeping bag and mat needed). Food will be provided with catering service.
Location: The workcamp will take place in East Java
Terminal: Surabaya, East Java
Special Requirement: none
Participant fee: 205 € or 2.650.000 IDR/camp