“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 arrange all necessary permits with ICF or CITES for you; be aware that it can take several months to organize permits so please apply a minimum of three months in advance). |
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How much does it cost?
Kanahau currently runs on donations 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 etc.
The fee to join our General volunteer programme is $400 (US dollars) per week. If you stay for over 3 weeks then a 12.5% discount is applied, dropping the price to $350 for each additional week.
For example a six week stay would cost $2,250. This includes accommodation, 3 meals a day, pick up from Utila airport or ferry dock, learning materials, training in research methods, kayaking and boat trips for research proposes. I
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.
This is for full board accommodation (three meals a day). 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.
We offer a special discount for Honduran and Central American students/applicants. Contact us for more information.
Independent researchers / dissertation students 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.
Environmental Education Internship Opportunity -Deadline 31st January 2018
Flexible start date (March/April 2018)
Temporary position for 5 months
Accommodation, food, and a monthly stipend of $200 will be provided.
Responsibilities:
Deliver lectures and workshops to school children on conservation and environment.
Requirements:
Must speak English and Spanish, must be Bay Islander/ Honduran Citizen.
Experience needed in biology / conservation and/or education.
Please send your resume, cover letter and one letter of recommendation to Admin@Kanahau.com
The fee to join our General volunteer programme is $400 (US dollars) per week. If you stay for over 3 weeks then a 12.5% discount is applied, dropping the price to $350 for each additional week.
For example a six week stay would cost $2,250. This includes accommodation, 3 meals a day, pick up from Utila airport or ferry dock, learning materials, training in research methods, kayaking and boat trips for research proposes. I
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.
This is for full board accommodation (three meals a day). 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.
We offer a special discount for Honduran and Central American students/applicants. Contact us for more information.
Independent researchers / dissertation students 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.
Environmental Education Internship Opportunity -Deadline 31st January 2018
Flexible start date (March/April 2018)
Temporary position for 5 months
Accommodation, food, and a monthly stipend of $200 will be provided.
Responsibilities:
Deliver lectures and workshops to school children on conservation and environment.
Requirements:
Must speak English and Spanish, must be Bay Islander/ Honduran Citizen.
Experience needed in biology / conservation and/or education.
Please send your resume, cover letter and one letter of recommendation to Admin@Kanahau.com
