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Summer camp: sea turtle conservation in Bali
On Nusa Penida island in Bali, teens feed sea turtles, clean the tanks and the beach, and help release turtles into the open sea.
- Where
- Indonesia
- Length
- 2 weeks
- Minimum age
- 15 years old
- Language
- English intermediate
- Departures
- Next departure on 13 June 2027
from €1,300 for 2 weeks
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The project
Take part in a sea turtle conservation project in this summer camp in Bali, where you’ll be involved in a volunteer programme at a turtle protection center. You’ll have the opportunity to practice your English, learn about wildlife conservation issues, and enjoy a truly enriching international experience!
The Volunteer Project
The volunteer project takes place in a turtle conservation center that welcomes injured turtles and collects eggs to help raise the turtles in safety before releasing them to improve their chances of survival.
The turtle conservation project is located on the island of Nusa Penida.
The tasks of the young participants will include:
- Cleaning the tanks
- Feeding the turtles
- Crab catching
- Releasing sea turtles that are old enough to be reintroduced into the open sea
- Creating awareness signs
- Cleaning the beach
This programme supports sustainable development, with the beach just a few steps away!
Continuous supervision is provided and a group leader is present at all times to meet the needs of the participants.
A project we follow
Projects chosen with care and followed through regular visits on site.
Accommodation and meals
You will stay in shared rooms with the other minors participating in the programme. The house is fully equipped: Wi-Fi in the common areas, fans, air conditioning, hot water showers, and secure lockers. Local laundromats and small shops are located nearby.
A coordinator dedicated to the group will be available on-site 24/7 for all projects.
Meals
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are provided.
Arrival and transfers
Upon your arrival, a project coordinator will be waiting for you with a sign bearing your name and will accompany you to your accommodation, where you will be welcomed by the rest of the team.
On the second day, you will receive an introduction to Balinese culture to familiarize yourself with the local conditions. The day continues with a visit to the sea turtle conservation center to begin the project the next day.
Free time and activities
During the trip, participants will take part in activities with the rest of the group during their free time and in the evenings.
Here are the activities generally offered:
- Visit to Broken Tooth Beach
- Visit to Kelinking Point
- Visit to Crystal Bay Beach
- Introduction to Balinese culture
- Excursion to Nusa Lembongan Island
- Mangrove tour
- Snorkeling excursion
- Island exploration by bike
Budget
Length of stay
This programme is available: - from June 13 to June 26, 2027 - from July 12 to July 25, 2027 - from July 23 to August 05, 2027 This summer camp offers the possibility to extend the experience by opting for an additional week of touring, allowing for a deeper exploration of the country.
What is included
- All listed projects and activities
- Accommodation in shared rooms with full board (all meals are included)
- Round-trip airport transfer
- Orientation and training upon arrival
- Local transport for all the projects and activities
- Dedicated group coordinator for all projects and activities
- 24/7 local emergency assistance
- Donation to the project
Not included
- International flights
- Travel and repatriation insurance
- Personal expenses
- Medical insurance
Where your money goes
Donations are reinvested in full and directly into the local associations. How the costs break down
See the budget week by week
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Your application
An up-to-date CV and a cover letter describing your background and what brings you here.
Conditions to take part
- Travel and repatriation insurance
- Official Cerfa travel authorization form
- Parental consent
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after return
- Age 15+
Insurance
For any project abroad, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness, repatriation and third-party liability. With Chapka Cap Student, you get 5% off.
Online language lessons
With Clic Campus: video lessons and an e-learning platform, from home.
Questions
What kit do you need for a summer camp in Bali?
- A cap or a hat
- Sunglasses
- Reef safe sun cream
What are the vaccination requirements for a summer camp?
Check with your doctor before you leave, and with a travel health service such as the Institut Pasteur: pasteur.fr/fr/centre-medical/preparer-son-voyage/
Do I need a visa?
Yes, a tourist visa is enough for under 18s.
Information: check with your own foreign office.
Is insurance required?
Yes. Travel insurance covering health, repatriation and cancellation is compulsory.
What are the benefits of a school work placement abroad?
A work placement abroad brings a great deal, personally and professionally. It gives you international experience, builds your language skills, immerses you in a new culture and lets you make a real contribution to projects with a social impact. These experiences are also worth highlighting in your studies, your career and your personal life.
Can you do your school work placement in another country?
Of course. Whatever course you are on, you can take part.
Our placements abroad cover a wide range of fields with a positive impact on local communities. You can choose to join:
- Education: supporting teaching in schools, running educational workshops for children or taking part in awareness campaigns on crucial subjects such as the environment.
What is a youth work camp?
A youth work camp is a stay where teenagers take part in solidarity projects, often centred on building, renovation or protecting the environment. Run in several countries, these camps let young people help improve local living conditions while gaining valuable practical and personal skills.
How do you sign up for a summer camp abroad?
Signing up for a summer camp abroad usually takes several steps:
- Choose a programme that suits the teenager's interests and language level.
- Check the conditions for joining: age, language level, paperwork required.
What does a week at a summer camp look like?
Most youth camps follow a similar pattern:
- Day one: on arrival, participants are welcomed by the staff, introduced to the others and shown around, so they feel at ease.
- Monday to Friday:
What is a summer camp?
A summer camp is an immersive experience that lets teenagers and young adults take part in educational, sporting and cultural activities over the summer holidays.
These programmes offer a safe setting in which to discover new cultures and activities, improve language skills (English or Spanish) and meet people from all kinds of backgrounds. They carry a strong educational purpose: teenagers learn a great deal about the culture and the language of the country they visit.
Another question? Ask the team, and someone who knows the project will answer.
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