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Join this GVI research team and assist with important research on one of Kenya's most critical populations of Angolan black and white colobus monkeys. The base for this important project is set near the beautiful Indian Ocean coastline in Kenya. In addition to the Colobus monkey, you will also work with other wildlife including the rare Zanj elephant shrew and many butterfly species. Living within a traditional Swahili village you will be immersed in the culture and have the chance to explore all this wonderful area has to offer on the weekends and during your free time. Such activities include fantastic snorkelling and scuba diving, amazing beaches and safaris.

*How this program makes a difference*
The East African coastal forest ecoregion is the smallest Global Biodiversity Hotspot with the highest density of endemic vertebrate species. Facing the highest rates of extinction due to habitat loss, it is one of 11 'hyperhot' priorities for conservation. Shimoni's colobus monkey rank amongst the top three most important populations in Kenya, the forest also home to the critically endangered spotted ground thrush, Zanj elephant shrew and other vulnerable mammals, birds and plants. It is of immense cultural value, as well as a vital natural resource to surrounding communities, but lacks any form of protection. Supporting community initiatives offers the best hope of realising conservation goals


Highlights:

• Learn diverse survey techniques
• Experience this Global Biodiversity Hotspot
• Work alongside experienced field staff
• Study behaviour of the colobus monkeys
• Visit GVI’s Dolphin research and teachings projects
• Undertake critical elephant shrew research
• Collect data on endangered bird species
• Live by the Indian Ocean
• Experience swahili culture
• Take the slave cave tour
• Enjoy forest night walks

For more information please visit www.gviusa.com