Turing Scheme
Community Project, Thailand.
Get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, giving back to the communities and environments that sustain the wellbeing of our planet, whilst ensuring the coexistence of humans and elephants. You’ll also get the chance to explore the craziness of Bangkok, from the temples to the floating markets and so much more.
Learn about the issues that locals face and how urbanisation has resulted in humans encroaching on the habitats of wild elephants. As we venture in to their space, land becomes a primary concern for growing suitable crops, natural migration routes and a safe and sustainable community. Furthermore, you’ll further your knowledge on the Sustainable Development Goals that align with this project, as well as gain a deeper understanding of your own social and environmental impact.
On this epic 15-day adventure, you’ll experience the very best of Thailand, whilst getting incredible hands-on conservation experience with elephants
This trip is about far more than seeing the sights of Thailand, although there’s plenty of that, too! It’s about understanding the vitally important role that conservation plays in safeguarding the future of our planet, and how the smallest of actions can contribute towards the biggest of changes.
*Costs: £1450pp (exc flights) - cost to the student £715
Travel grant available for Thailand £905
ITINERARY OVERVIEW:
Day 1: Arrive in Bangkok
Day 2 to 11: Kui Buri National Park & Big Build & Human-Elephant co-existence project
Day 12-14: Bangkok city exploring!
Day 15: Depart from Bangkok
Our trips are designed to help you develop a wide range of life skills and a deeper understanding of how you can help us work towards achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. Learn more ⟶
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Community, culture & human-wildlife co-existence itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Thailand
Upon arrival in Bangkok, you’ll be transferred to your hotel to check in. Depending on your arrival time (and how much sleep you got on the plane) you can chill out by the pool or explore the sights and sounds of Bangkok.
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Day 2-11
Community Build and Elephant Project
Today, you’ll head to the project site, where you’ll start with an orientation and learn about the local surroundings. You’ll be split into your environmental and construction groups and introduced to the team that you’ll be working with. Whilst you will all be contributing to the same end goal of human and elephant coexistence, your’e time will be split across the build activities and environmental projects. You will get stuck into a range of daily tasks, including building earthen community structures and building hornbill nests and beehive fences.
This is also an opportunity to study elephant behaviour, observe first-hand the issues and damage caused by their activity and assist with current solutions being implemented by park rangers to maintain a peaceful co-existence.
Day 12-14
Bangkok City Sightseeing
For the next 2 days you’ll be fully immersed into Thai culture with plenty of sightseeing. Your tour will show you unique corners of the city, visiting temples and canals as well as hidden gems, all with an English-speaking guide who knows everything there is to know about Bangkok! Enjoy a longtail boat ride down the River of Kings, you’ll also head to The Grand Palace and Wat Po.
Note: during your visit the Grand Palace and will need to comply with their dress requirements: please ensure you wear trousers/skirts that are ankle-length and a t-shirt, shirt or blouse and close-toed shoes (no flip-flops). The authorities will likely deny entry to the entire group if anyone is not dressed appropriately and may also deny entry if you do not bring your passport.
Day 15
Depart
Depending on your flight time, you may have a chance to chill out by the pool or grab some last minute souvenirs. You’ll then take your private transfer back to Bangkok International Airport. And, recall all the incredible moments you shared whilst protecting elephants and vulnerable communities, and so much more.
What’s included
NOTE:
Visas, vaccinations, personal expenditure, tips for leaders, guides and drivers and any other services not listed above are not included. Please note that the itinerary may change due to a number of circumstances such as, weather, ferry and transfer times.
Important notes
Once you’ve confirmed your spot you’ll be sent a kit list and receive further information about the daily activities as well as your pre-departure conservation and sustainability workshops. If you have any questions about the trip please get in touch. If you have any questions about Flooglebinder’s educational adventures please take a look at our FAQs page.
VACCINATIONS
Please check the FCO site for Thailand for the latest COVID restrictions, vaccination policy and entry requirements.
Please check with your local GP to find out which vaccinations you require for any adventure that you decide to book. These are a guide; a full consultation is necessary to establish individual risk and suitability of vaccines. There may be instances where more than one appointment is required to assess whether a vaccine can be offered.
Recommended vaccinations:
• Diphtheria
• Tetanus
Vaccinations to be considered:
• Typhoid Fever
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Rabies
• Cholera
• Japanese Encephalitis
• Tuberculosis (TB)
Malaria infected country.
INSURANCE
You are covered under the RS travel policy but you may wish to take out your own personal insurance for gadgets, phone, cameras, computers etc.
Your safety is our number one priority on all of our educational adventures. All of your finances are protected through our Financial Failure Insurance and each programme adheres to British Standards (BS8848). If you have any questions about our safety and security measures, please do get in touch.
VISAS
Please check the FCO site for Thailand for the latest entry requirements.
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