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Testimonial ++ Volunteer ++ Indonesia
Lea's Volunteering Journey : Turtle Conservation Center in Bali
Having interest in Wildlife, Social Working, and Traveling, Lea did not regret a single minute spent being a volunteer for the Conservation Center; take a peek to her story!
After a 19-hours flight and some new impressions like the turbulent traffic on the streets or the unusual heavy, hot air, a nice driver called Ketut already waited for me at the airport. He brought me to the volunteer house in Sanur, where I stayed for three months. Sanur is in the south of Bali and a wonderful small village. When I arrived there, the other volunteers welcomed me very warmly and so the first impression was great.
The volunteer house was just great – it looks like a typical house on Bali with four rooms, a comfortable kitchen, a garden with a small temple and a terrace which had later turned out as our favorite "meeting place" in the house, just talking together and exchanging our experiences.
What I liked the most about the volunteer house was the location. It was situated in an authentic district and we met so many hearty and polite locals, far away from tourism. It was a great chance to experience a new culture.
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The first days on the island were very exciting. I learned to drive a scooter and it is really advisable in Bali because almost everyone transports this way. I needn't have worried because you notice quickly that the people on the streets handle considerately with each other and everybody pays attention. The scooter driving became one of my favorite hobbies in Bali because you can reach really every place on this island and at the same time you can enjoy the wonderful nature.
So I came along every morning to the turtle project which was about 15 minutes away from the volunteer house. It was always a pleasure for me to go there. The employees with their good mood and happiness were definitely a reason for it. I really enjoyed spending the time with them, laughing with them and talking about their culture and life. Everybody handled so warmly with each other. My main activity was to welcome the tourists and to guide them through our small turtle center. I told them something about the animals, their way of life and their illnesses. I also liked it to help the embryo to 'hatch' out of its shell and as soon as they were old enough to release them in the freedom of the sea. Looking back it was really a great experience to be a part of the turtle project and to support the project even with a little work.
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After work either I went with my friends to the beach or we did some excursions, as for example we visited some nice temples and waterfalls. We even learned surfing what you really should not miss in Bali! In the evening we often enjoyed the world-best "Nasi Goreng" that you can buy for less than one euro at the night market.
There is no day I am not thinking about these unforgettable three months and am grateful for every single day. I have learned so much and I met so many nice people. I can recommend this project or any other on Bali to everybody, particularly if it should be the first trip without family or friends. Bali really turned out as uncomplicated and safe. The Hindu culture pays attention to good deeds and they really care about to welcome everybody with open arms.
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