Fiji Dive, Culture and Conservation
Location: Fiji: Rural Areas, Suva
Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: 2011: May 27th; Jul 8th; Aug 19th; Oct 14th.
Real Gap Experience
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Description
Scuba Diving Course
During the first 2 weeks you will receive your scuba diving training, which will enable you to join the conservation program and partake in the diving at other points during the program.
Your training will require you to complete 1 scuba course - either the PADI Open Water Course or the Advanced Open Water Course. If you have already completed these qualifications, you have options for other courses or extra dives instead.
Culture Experience
During the first 2 weeks, participants stay with a traditional Fijian village learning all about the way of life of these amazing friendly people. Spend half of your time on the scuba courses and half with the Fijian community, in a complete cultural immersion!
Conservation Project
The project aims to build an MPA (Marine Protected Area) in Savusavu Bay, Vanua Levu Island. A marine protected area is a place where corals, fish and other marine eco-systems are allowed to flourish without risk of being altered or harmed by man. The research you undertake will support the work of the already established MPA located nearby.
Highlights
This program offers you the chance to spend 6 amazing weeks exploring the beaches, corals and culture of Fiji. Getting involved in valuable conservation work and becoming a qualified scuba diver, while you also have the chance to perfect your tan and adjust to the laid back style of -Fiji-time.-
Qualifications
- Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants' health.
- To be in reasonable health for scuba diving.
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
from USD 4,339.00
Cost Include Description:
What's Included in the Program Price
* Project resources for the conservation program
* Airport transfers from/to Nadi International Airport on the first and last days of the program
* Ferry fares and transfers to/from the ferry
* Transfers on the Coral Coast
* Transfers in between each accommodation option and group dinners
* Daily transfer to dive center
* All accommodation and most meals
* 1 PADI Scuba Qualification (Open Water, Advanced or Rescue Diver)
* Up to 30 dives
* All Equipment and course resources
* Fijian cultural experiences and Coral Coast holiday break
* 24-hour local support
* Pre-departure assistance and information
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- conservation
- culture
- sports
- tourism
- water
- volunteering
Age Range
Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants' healthThis Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Guest House
Participants Travel to Fiji
Independently
Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement
We offer over 250 projects and travel options in over 35 countries. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap. Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we also want to make sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisers have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.
Year Founded
2005
