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International Marine Volunteers: Marine conservation volunteering with sharks, whales and other marine animals in South Africa

Join leaders in sustainable ecotourism and marine conservation by volunteering aboard our sister companies' Marine Dynamics' shark cage-diving and Dyer Island Cruises' whale-watching vessels. You will assist clients and crew on the ecotourism vessels, educating others about marine conservation and assisting at the African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary, a world-class rehabilitation centre, run by the Dyer Island Conservation Trust. You will be actively involved in coastal clean ups and other conservation projects.

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Requirements

Duration
  • 2 weeks or less
  • 2 weeks - 1 month
  • 1-3 months
  • 3-6 months
  • 6-12 months
  • 12 months+
Minimum age
16
Maximum age
80
Age notes
Under 18's must be accompanied by an approved guardian
Student status required
No
Languages
Language notes
Spoken and understood English must be GOOD

Pricing

Price includes
  • Accommodation
  • Ground transport
  • Meals
  • Orientation
  • Tuition

Organization details

At International Marine Volunteers our mission is to inspire our volunteers to make a difference in the world around them by providing them with life-changing opportunities and experiences, and creating awareness that eco-tourism, conservation, community, research and education can all dovetail i...

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