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“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” ~ Mark Twain

How to apply

Simply fill in the application form below and attach a copy of your C.V.

If you wish to conduct a study of your own, please attach your proposal below on this form (we can help arrange all necessary permits with ICF or CITES for you; be aware that it can take several months to organise permits so please apply a minimum of three months in advance).

Kanahau Application Form

This section is for General Volunteers wishing to assist on all current projects at Kanahau, and Independent Researchers that wish to develop and lead their own projects.

As a General Volunteer you can get involved in all on-going field studies, aiding staff in a wide range of data collection to broaden your research experience. You do not need to have prior experience to join this programme, as you will be trained in research methodologies, receive lectures on island flora and flora and assist researchers in the field, as well as take part in the education and community outreach programmes. The General Volunteer programme aims to form a well rounded conservation experience, with courses beginning on the 1st of every month between March - September.

As an Independent Researcher, you will be responsible for developing and running your project with the help of our staff. University students will receive full support and supervision in the field, enabling access to a range of different island habitats and species relevant to your study. If required, students will receive guidance to obtaining the necessary biological research permits for proposed study, as well as advice with grants or funding opportunities to cover expedition costs and accommodation.

If you are interested or have any questions, please make contact with us through the application form below, or alternatively email info@kanahau.com

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Skype Address *

Age *

Date of Birth *

How long would you like to stay?

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Please attach your resume/CV *

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Write a few words to introduce yourself and explain why you wish to visit us. Make sure to let us know which of the projects interest you the most. *

Please attach a copy of your study proposal *

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Interested in conducting your own study on Utila, but require a little help forming a proposal? Please tell us your particular area of interest and we will assist you. *

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How much does it cost?

Kanahau runs only on funds generated by donations and research grants. We receive no government funding and as such there is a fee to participate in the research programme. All these fees go back into the conservation project, providing funds for research equipment, wages for field guides, supplies for the education programme and maintaining the facility.

The fee to join our General volunteer programme is $450 (US dollars) per week. If you stay for over 3 weeks then a $50 discount is applied, dropping the price to $400 for each additional week.
For example a four week stay would cost $1750. This includes accommodation, 3 vegetarian meals a day (excluding Sundays), pick up from Utila airport or ferry dock, learning materials, training in research methods, fieldwork support, kayaking and boat trips for research proposes.

If your are joining us as an Independent researcher the fees are calculated at $350 per week for the first 3 weeks then reduced to $300 per week for every week you stay. For example a 6 week stay will cost $1,950.

Prices are summarised in the table below -

Position	Week 1	Week 2	Week 3	Week 4	Week 5	Week 6
General Volunteer	$450 USD	$900 USD	$1350 USD	$1750 USD	$2150 USD	$2550 USD
Independent Researcher	$350 USD	$700 USD	$1050 USD	$1350 USD	$1650 USD	$1950 USD

This is for full board accommodation (three vegetarian meals a day - excluding Sundays). Please note when your booking with us has been accepted you will be required to pay a minimum deposit of 50% to confirm your placement - This deposit is non-refundable.

We keep our doors open to Honduran and Central American students/applicants through offering special course rates. If your a Central American citizen looking to gain experience or develop a research project, please Contact us for more information and a discounted locals price.

Independent researchers / dissertation students of all nationalities should also note that they may be required to obtain permits to conduct their studies at extra cost, especially if samples are wanted for export. We can provide full support for obtaining these from the relevant authorities and will provide further details upon application. If you require a research permit or international exportation of samples, please inform us of this at least 2-3 months prior to your study (this application process takes time)