Project Introduction
Imagine the thrill of playing with colorful tropical fish in the blue sea. It’s exhilarating just to think about it, right? Join a romantic vacation in Bali with like-minded divers from around the world, as featured on CNN, and help conserve marine ecosystems. From planting coral reefs to surveying fish species and cleaning up underwater debris, the stunning emerald waters will be nurtured through your efforts. Take the lead in revitalizing the endangered coral reefs on a peaceful island in northern Bali with local residents!
* This project is open to individuals, groups, and families.
1. Enjoy a cost-effective vacation! Get scuba certified, volunteer, and find healing!
If you’ve been bogged down by studies or work and are looking for something special and different for your precious vacation, this is for you! Even if you don’t have a scuba certification or aren’t a strong swimmer, you can earn your scuba certification with internationally recognized experts and discover a new underwater world. Additionally, help make Bali more beautiful with just your small contributions, bringing happiness to the locals! * The project is suitable for teenagers with experienced local guides.
2. Enjoy traveling as a local, not just a tourist! Plus, make friends from around the world!
This project includes marine volunteering, village English education, and personal vacation time. One of its greatest advantages is that you can actively participate in village community activities as part of the community, not just as a tourist or volunteer. Create a second home and family in Bali with other volunteers from around the world, instead of a superficial visit to famous landmarks.
3. Swim in the sea during the day, and find true freedom with vibrant clubbing at night!
Feel the fish gently nibbling at your skin and the seaweed swaying with the waves… This is a unique experience only available to scuba divers and snorkelers. Swim in the sea under the warm sun during the day and finish your day enjoying the sunset over the ocean from a pub or club on a cliff in the evening. Find relaxation, self-reflection, and true freedom in Bali, the earthly paradise.
The project planner visited personally. Project Planner's Visit Story & Planning Intent
While staying in Australia for project development, we learned that locals often travel to Bali during their free time. Curious about why Australians would choose Bali over the beautiful Australian landscapes, we decided to visit Bali ourselves. Being there, we were captivated by Bali's unique relaxation and the genuine nature of its people. We were determined to develop a project in Bali and explored the most famous places on the island. We discovered this spot!! It turns out that this organization is so renowned that even CNN, a major American broadcaster, has covered it. People from all over the world, not just Australians, participate in this project to enjoy both fun and vacation. The participants seemed truly relaxed and happy, which was evident in their expressions and actions. We hoped that Korean youth, who often live a busy and rushed life, could also find relaxation and happiness through this project, and this desire led us to plan it.
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Week 1 of Project Participation |
Weeks 2~3 of Project Participation |
Week 4 of Project Participation |
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STUDY IT! |
EXPERIENCE IT! |
BREAKTHROUGH! |
- Affordable scuba diving certification! - Sense of accomplishment from obtaining scuba certification - Consideration and relationships with others - The value of marine plants and the ocean |
- Freedom and relaxation - Warmth from the kind village people - Happiness from experiencing the underwater world with all senses - Time to reflect on oneself |
- Proactive attitude in everything! - New hobby of scuba diving! - Overcoming fear of foreigners with local friends - Increased confidence to take on new challenges! |
Project Activities
[Job Recommendation] Scuba Diving Instructor
With advancements in technology, scuba diving equipment has rapidly modernized and become safer, solidifying scuba diving as a global recreational sport. As more people are drawn to it, the interest in leisure sports, especially scuba diving, is increasing. In Korea, surrounded by the sea on three sides, the importance of leisure is growing, leading to a surge in interest in recreational sports. Scuba diving, in particular, is a field with increasing participation as it allows people to experience the beautiful underwater world firsthand.
Scuba diving instructors can work as freelancers or be employed at resorts or dive shops. Instead of striving to become an instructor from the start, it's recommended to first enjoy scuba diving and see if this field suits you. Although scuba diving has been slower to develop in Korea due to perceptions of it being a high-end sport, it has significant future potential. With scuba diving already established as a popular sport worldwide and the number of enthusiasts in Korea increasing rapidly, the potential for growth is promising. <Excerpt from Korean Job Information>
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■ English Proficiency Required ★ ☆☆ ☆☆ - Since the main activities involve marine volunteer work underwater, basic communication skills are sufficient to participate in the project. - Those interested in village English education and promotion activities will need basic communication skills as well as simple writing and reading abilities. |
* Detailed reviews from participants can be found on Gap Year Stories (Click).
* More participant reviews can be found at the bottom of the project under "Participant Reviews."
Support
Local Orientation | Online Orientation | Online Consultation | Certificate of Completion |
KGY Certification | Pre-Departure Care | KGY Consultation | KGY Mission |
24hr Emergency Care | Flight Ticket Booking Assistance | Real-Time Consultation Service | KGY Note Book |
Project and Participation Costs | KGY Mission Scholarship | OT Documents | Project Progress and Training |
Local Volunteer Accommodation | Three Local Meals Per Day | Round-Trip Pickup Service | Project Internal Transportation |
Coral Donation | Air Conditioning in Accommodation | Beverages (Coffee, Tea, Bottled Water) | WiFi in Accommodation |
Local Guide, Diving Assistant, Gear Porter | Coral Reef Restoration Tools and Materials | Activity Tickets for Project Activities | Local Organization Group T-Shirt |
* Meals for additional activities are not included in the project.
* Sales beverages such as sodas and beer are available for individual purchase.
Not Included
- Round-trip airfare
- Visa issuance fees
- Personal dining expenses, travel expenses, etc.
- Individual travel and diver insurance
- Other local stay expenses
- Vaccination fees
Institution Introduction
The organization running this project is a non-profit based in Australia, established in 2010. They conduct various marine volunteer activities through scuba diving and snorkeling in different countries. Dedicated village leaders and Indonesia's first PADI* Course Director, who is currently serving as an SSI* Advisory Board Member work hard to protect marine ecosystems and nature, and to educate local fishermen and students.
This organization balances non-profit experience with the village and diving industry, supporting the development of the community. They also cooperate with renowned Indonesian companies providing technical support to develop sustainable communities, and with a fishermen’s community experienced in ornamental fish conservation and coral restoration for over ten years.
Snorkeling and scuba diving are not just recreational activities; they offer the chance to revive the village and conserve marine ecosystems. This appeal is well-known globally, and many volunteers who enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling visit Bali to participate in this project, making it a place full of vitality.
* PADI and SSI are professional scuba diving training organizations.
Accommodation Introduction
The accommodation, bathed in dazzling sunlight and nestled among lush palm trees, offers a cozy dormitory-style space. The front yard's garden and balcony provide a 'healing' time with nature. This space is dedicated to volunteers and is a place where volunteers of various nationalities stay.
Participants generally stay in rooms for 2-3 people, each equipped with a private bathroom and shower, and with well-provided hot and cold water. Meals during the project period include local breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with dinner provided on the arrival day and breakfast on the departure day.
* To reduce plastic use and environmental pollution, participants are encouraged to bring their own thermal bottles.
* The accommodation can be upgraded from the dormitory option to the villa option.
* Check-in is on the Sunday before the start date, and check-out is on the Saturday following the end date.
2-3 people per room / Private bathroom / Meals provided / WIFI available
Location Introduction
Location: Bali, Indonesia
Schedule and Prices
■ The minimum participation period for this project is 6 nights 7 days .
For Scuba Diving Certification Holders |
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Dormitory |
Villa |
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Without Equipment |
With Equipment |
Without Equipment |
With Equipment |
1,680,000 KRW |
1,840,000 KRW |
1,760,000 KRW |
1,920,000 KRW |
* If you apply for the Open Water Certification course with 3 or more people, additional applications are available. (520,000 KRW per person) * For this project, additional discount benefits are available for 2 or more participants. Please contact us individually if more than 2 people are participating.
* If you wish to rent diving equipment, please select option 1 above.
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- Provided Services: Automatic application for Gap Year missions and notes / Full provision of OT materials upon confirmation / Additional personnel placement / Support for document preparation if needed, etc.
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