ARCHELON, the Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece, takes volunteers from around the world for at least four weeks on loggerhead nesting beaches from May to October 2027, and all year at its Rescue Centre near Athens. Volunteers pay a fee, from 700 euros for four weeks on a beach. Applications are open.
Who can apply
Nationality
ARCHELON sets no nationality rule and says its field stations host volunteers from around the world, so Tunisians can apply. It does not deal with visas.
Age
Volunteers must be at least 18.
Language
You need very good English communication skills.
Minimum stay
You commit to at least 4 weeks on a nesting beach or 5 weeks at the Rescue Centre. Shorter stays of 2 or 3 weeks are possible in May, June or September for some projects.
Health and insurance
You need personal health insurance and, for beach projects, good fitness for hot weather and long walks, and your own camping gear.
Funding and what it does not cover
Volunteers pay ARCHELON a participation fee: from 700 euros for 4 weeks on a nesting beach, from 850 euros for 5 weeks at the Rescue Centre, and 950 euros at Amvrakikos. The fee covers accommodation, training, administration, accident insurance up to a limit and membership for the year.
Covered
Accommodation (campsite on the beaches, shared flat at the Rescue Centre and Amvrakikos)
