Dolphin & Marine Conservation Volunteering in Zanzibar
Program Overview
There is a vital need for ecotourism on the island of Zanzibar, a highly sought-after tourist destination due to its incredible marine life. But it is one of the last remaining areas in the world with a dolphin population not governed by guidelines that limit the impact of tourism on their behavior. And, in Zanzibar, dolphin tourism is booming. Many tourists flock for the chance to swim with these...
There is a vital need for ecotourism on the island of Zanzibar, a highly sought-after tourist destination due to its incredible marine life. But it is one of the last remaining areas in the world with a dolphin population not governed by guidelines that limit the impact of tourism on their behavior. And, in Zanzibar, dolphin tourism is booming. Many tourists flock for the chance to swim with these friendly creatures. Unfortunately, many of these encounters are highly unethical, causing stress to the dolphins and ultimately pushing them out of their natural feeding areas, thereby depleting the population. This internship follows a holistic approach to creating sustainable solutions for all. As part of this project, you assist in: - Searching for pods and collecting data (by boat) on dolphi...
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- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- Summer
- Conservation
- Marine Conservation
- Animals
- Volunteering
- American
- Argentinian
- Asian
- Australian
- Austrian
- Bahraini
Updated Mar 26, 2026
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Locations
- Zanzibar, Tanzania
- Zanzibar City, Zanzibar
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Duration: 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 3-6 Months, Summer
- Gap Year Timing: After College, Career Break / Mid-Career, During College
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Argentinian
- Asian
- Australian
Education Levels & Language
- Language: English
- Education: University Freshman (1st Year)
- Education: University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- Education: University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 3-6 Months, Summer
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Volunteering on this program means that you’ll contribute to various sustainability initiatives that help protect dolphins, while promoting ethical tourism. On a daily basis, you’ll engage with these fascinating species and their habitats, in activities of study, protection, and conservation.
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