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Join the experience of a lifetime in South Africa, as you volunteer for the conservation of great white sharks and other marine species! Gain hands-on experience working in marine conservation with this highly reputable organization.
Program Highlights:
Your Schedule at a Glance (Minimum two-week commitment):
Arrival Day: Arrive at George Airport (GRJ). The local team will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodations.
Days 1-7: Daily tasks will vary, but volunteers should expect to wake up between 7:00-8:00 AM, go to the field for either boat or land activities until lunch at 12:00 PM. Volunteers will continue their volunteer work from 2:00 – 6:00 PM and have dinner at 6:30 PM.
Remaining Weeks: Volunteers will continue to work Monday-Friday and have weekends free. Two-week volunteers will depart on the 15th of the month, while four-week volunteers will depart on the first day of the following month.
It is important to remember that you will be working with wildlife and nature, both of which are unpredictable. We cannot guarantee sightings of any specific species. For this reason and due to the likelihood of bad weather days, when we can’t go to sea, we recommend a two-four week minimum stay. Those joining for shorter durations may be very disappointed if you miss several days at sea due to the weather conditions.
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Location of the Project: Mossel Bay, South Africa
Project length: Minimum 2 weeks – Maximum 12 weeks
Arrival Airport: George Airport (GRJ)
Volunteer Work: Marine conservation, research
Age: 18-80
Number of Volunteers: Up to 24 international volunteers
Important Note: Diving equipment, jacket and boots are provided.
What’s Included
Accommodations: Shared rooms in a volunteer house
Food: Three meals per day are provided.
Airport Transfers: Airport transfers are included on both arrival and departure days.
Support: Comprehensive and professional pre-departure travel guidance, 24/7 GoEco emergency hotline, experienced local field team.
What’s not Included
Flights, visas (if required), travel health insurance, personal expenses.
Mossel Bay is a popular destination in the Western Cape of South Africa. It is well-known for its shimmering beaches and coastal attractions and sits halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth on the stunning Garden Route.
As a volunteer on this project you will be completely immersed in conservation efforts. While working alongside marine biologists, you will learn about the behaviors of the marine species in the area.
Typical tasks may include:
Please note that this project is weather-dependent and there may be days when the weather is too bad to go to sea.
Internet: WiFi is available throughout the accommodations.
Laundry: Laundry services are available with a local company for an additional fee.
Accommodations: Volunteers will stay in shared, single-gender rooms in a local house. There may be four to eight volunteers per room.
Food: Breakfast consists of a cold buffet. Lunches and dinners are prepared by the house chefs.
Please take note of this project’s minimum requirements:
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