Conservation Volunteer Project in Wellington

During your time as a volunteer in Wellington, you will be housed in a volunteer house with other participants. You sleep in a shared room and share a bathroom. Mattress, pillow and sheets are provided per bed. However, you need to bring a sleeping bag as there are no blankets in the volunteer house.

There is also wifi in the accommodation. However, there is no guarantee that the connection will be stable at all times.

If you want to wash your clothes, you can use the washing machine and dryer available in the Volunteer House for a small fee.

Food and drink will be provided during your stay. You get breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is always an option for vegetarians and vegans when it comes to meals. The volunteers usually prepare dinner together themselves and take care of keeping the kitchen and the household clean. For a change you can also use the grill outside the accommodation.

There is also a table tennis table in the accommodation where you can play with the other volunteers.

New Zealand

Well May, Haere Mai! Welcome to New Zealand, the island at the "end of the world".
Located in the South Pacific, southeast of Australia, New Zealand consists of two main islands separated by the Cook Strait. The two islands are also affectionately referred to by the locals as the “Godzone” – the land chosen by God. This is hardly surprising, because New Zealand is like a true paradise. Here nature has really made the most of what it has to offer: endless beaches and fjords, glaciers and crystal-clear lakes, rainforests and green valleys, volcanoes and explosive geysers.

Wellington

New Zealand's capital, Wellington, is located on the southern tip of the North Island. Due to its immediate location on the coast between the two main islands, it is often windy there, which gives the city the nickname "Windy City".

Embedded between green hills and the idyllic harbor, Wellington forms a pleasant symbiosis between city and nature. You can convince yourself of this when you climb the almost 200 meter high Mount Victoria. The mountain offers a commanding view of the capital, and at the top is a Maori statue instead of a summit cross.

Wellington is particularly well-known and popular for its culinary delights: restaurants, bars and cafés as far as the eye can see. In fact, Wellington is said to have more bars and restaurants per capita than New York.

The location is particularly suitable for you if you want to experience big city flair combined with natural surroundings and want to discover New Zealand's capital.

For the leisure fanatic, Wellington has a whole range to offer. Whether inside or outside the city - there is something for everyone and you will be able to fill your free time with variety.

During the week, the end of the day is perfect for relaxing with the other volunteers, cooking or playing a round of table tennis in the Volunteer House. If you feel like it, you can of course also go out and convince yourself of the numerous bars, restaurants and cafés.

The best way to get an overview of Wellington is from Mount Victoria. You can get to the summit either on foot or by bus. The view over the entire city and the open sea will inspire you.

History buffs won't be disappointed in Wellington either. The National Museum "Te Papa" immerses you in the fascinating culture of the Maori and takes you on a journey through the legend of Maui. You will find “Te Papa” right on the waterfront in Wellington.

You should plan a little more time for excursions outside of the city. The advantage of Wellington: Nature is right on your doorstep. For example, spend a relaxing day at one of Wellington's most beautiful beaches, Houghton Bay. You can be there by car within a few minutes. You can also take the ferry from Wellington to Matiu/Somes Island and discover the beautiful island. Also worth seeing is the nature reserve Zealandia. Among other things, New Zealand's most famous bird lives in this valley: the kiwi.

And one last tip: events and live shows take place almost every day in Wellington. Round off your stay in New Zealand with an unforgettable concert visit!