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WISPHERS OF THE NIGHT
NATURALIST NIGHT WALK IN SON TRA & HAI VAN
Overview
Duration
3.5–4 Hours
(5:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
Location
Da Nang, Vietnam
Program Cost
$89 USD
Program cost includes transportation, guided night wildlife experience with expert, essential equipment, and a small-group setting.
This half Day experience equips volunteers with the skills to become conservation storytellers while contributing to wildlife education and biodiversity awareness.
Volunteers will:
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Explore the Son Tra forest at night.
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Use headlamps, red-light torches, and thermal scopes.
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Spot tree frogs, gliding lizards, sleeping birds, and monkeys.
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Learn how to watch animals safely and respectfully.
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Take photos and record observations.
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Help protect wildlife in the reserve.
Volunteers take home new skills in wildlife observation, night photography, and ethical tracking. They also bring memories of rare animals, forest sounds, and the stories they captured. Most importantly, they leave with a deeper connection to nature and the satisfaction of helping protect Son Tra’s wildlife.
Program Schedule:
Part 1 – Briefing & Equipment Orientation (30 min)
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Meet at VEN base or trailhead (depending on access/weather).
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Herbal welcome drink and briefing.
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Introduction to Vietnam’s biodiversity.
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Safety, wildlife etiquette, and gear overview (headlamps, observation cards, field notebook).
Part 2 – Into the Night Forest (2–2.5 hours)
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Explore the forest and look for frogs, lizards, birds, insects, fungi, and small mammals.
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Learn quiet tracking techniques, ethical observation (no flash, no handling), and night-time photography.
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VEN provides red-light torches, thermal scopes, and portable shelters if needed.
Part 3 – Campfire Reflection & Story Sharing (30–45 min)
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Enjoy warm tea or ginger water at base or trailhead seating.
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Reflect on the creatures seen and forest sounds.
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Share a favorite photo or moment to be featured on #VENNightWhispers.
Optional Volunteer Engagement Activities
In addition to the wildlife program, volunteers can join various conservation and community events:
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Beach Clean-Ups – protect marine biodiversity.
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Wildlife Awareness Campaigns – educate tourists on ethical interactions with wildlife.
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Social Impact Activities by Catalyst for Change (C4C) – including Hope Express, Voices of Resilience, Global Connect, Cooking Class, etc.
These activities are optional, and volunteers can participate in any event happening during their stay.
Important Notes
⚠️ Schedule may change based on weather conditions and volunteer health.
🦜 Wildlife filming requires patience, as some species may not always appear as expected
Volunteer Requirements
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Passion for wildlife, filmmaking, and conservation.
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Basic knowledge of photography & video recording is a plus.
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Respect for ethical wildlife filming & conservation values.
Why Join This Program?
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Hands-on experience in Vietnam’s biodiversity.
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Learn from professional conservation storytellers.
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Live in a supportive volunteer community & explore Danang.
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Contribute to real conservation efforts.
