The loggerhead turtle in its natural habitat, Zakynthos

Click the Link below to have a read of Angie Aspinall’s account of volunteer Eco-tourism holidays with us in Zakynthos, Greece. She describes her personal highlight:

“Holiday highlight? For me, the holiday highlight has to be helping to rescue turtle hatchlings from a blocked nest. Without the help of Earth, Sea & Sky staff and volunteers, none of the hatchlings in the nest would have survived but, by monitoring the nests and knowing when there’s a problem (such as a blockage), team members are able to excavate the nests (sticking to strict guidelines). So, early one morning, we watched the excavation of a nest. There were 50 dead hatchlings and their bodies were stopping their siblings from being able to scramble out of the nest. With a little help – from surgically gloved hands – we were able to ensure that 20 to 30 of the strongest hatchlings made their epic journey from nest to sea. It was one of those life-affirming moments that stay with you forever and a memory which ‘makes’ a holiday.”

A Caretta Caretta turtle made of stones, on the beach in Gerakas

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A tiny hatchling makes its way into the sea

There are many hazards in Zakynthos which vulnerable marine life need protecting from. Earth, Sea & Sky Global volunteers work to ensure that they are as safe as possible in their natural habitat.

Dolphins are often spotted swimming in the Ionian Sea around Zakynthos

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Earth, Sea & Sky Global Volunteers help to excavate the nests

Working and living together, the Earth, Sea & Sky Global volunteers often make good friends that last long beyond the end of their volunteering programme. As well as this you will learn valuable lessons and skills from your experiences volunteering in Greece.

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The wildlife around Gerakas, Zante

Volunteers for Earth, Sea & Sky Global are bound to have a fabulous time staying in Gerakas during their time as a volunteer. The area is full of wildlife and flora – with plenty of country walks and beautiful lanes to meander and explore.

Beautiful flowers and flora surround the countryside of Gerakas, Zakynthos

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The baby turtle hatchlings swim off into the sea

Often our Earth, Sea & Sky Global volunteers are able to watch the baby hatchlings as they make their first journey from their nests into the sea. We check the nests after the eggs have hatched for any babies that have not hatched on time and monitor the success of the hatchlings for record purposes. This is an amazing experience to watch the sunrise and the hundreds of turtle hatchlings quietly make their way into the Ionian Sea.

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Volunteering with Earth, Sea & Sky Global is a memory that will last a lifetime

The opportunity to volunteer in the idyllic setting of Gerakas, Zakynthos with Earth, Sea & Sky Global offers a chance to create memories to last a lifetime – staying in paradise and helping to protect one of the worlds endangered species. Click for more volunteer information.

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The Blue Caves in the north of the island are a must to visit for any volunteers in Zakynthos

Just down the road from the Gerakas turtle rescue station and volunteer accomodation is the charming beach of St Nicholas with the idyllic white church of Agios Nikolaos perched on the rocky cove.

During your time as a volunteer, you can walk down to the church at St.Nicholas, the neighbouring beach and village

If you are looking for a peaceful time away from your homeland, with some volunteer work incorporated, then staying in Gerakas is definitely right for you. The rural accomodation location is set within beautiful olive groves and fields of flowers – a truly beautiful Greek island setting.

The beatiful region of Gerakas is characterised by fields of flowers and long sandy beaches

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After sunset in Zante the turtles come on to the beach to lay their eggs

It is very important that there is minimal lighting around the nesting beaches as the turtles follow the light of the moon to go back to the sea after laying their eggs. However, lights from tourist resorts have been known to confuse them and instead of going to the sea, they dangerously venture further inland.

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There are two beautiful beaches on Marathonisi. On the front of the island there is a large, sandy beach with a distinctly tropical feel. The white sand is matched beautifully by turquoise, crystal waters. Most would agree that this is one of the most beautiful beaches in Zante.

Turtle Island, also known as Marathonisi, is one of the main nesting beaches in the Med for the Caretta Caretta Turtles

Marathonisi island has no inhabitants or buildings as it is one of the major nesting grounds of the Caretta Caretta Turtles and is heavily protected by the National Marine park of Zakynthos. As a result there are no sunbeds or umbrellas on the beaches here and the National Marine park ensure that the beach is empty by sunset when the turtles approach to lay their eggs.

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