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Thailand Marine Conservation

$600-900Program Costs
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4.5 / 5Overall Rating
6Reviews
1997Year established

Program Overview

Lying in the crystal-clear tropical waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Tao’s abundant and diverse coral reefs offer some of the finest scuba diving found anywhere on the planet! The perfect location to maximize your diving and reef ecology experience, this exciting and in-depth program has been specifically designed for volunteers wishing to engage in marine conservation activities that protect, ...

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Program Highlights

Become an experienced and qualified diver – no prior diving experience required!
Gain a thorough, in-depth knowledge and understanding of reef ecology and conservation.
Work on several underwater research, monitoring, and marine conservation projects.
Enjoy island life on one of Thailand’s most popular backpacker hangouts!
Become a fully qualified Divemaster (12-week program only).

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Training
Certificate of Completion
Emergency Support
Pre-Departure Orientation

Program Details

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Locations

  • Koh Tao, Thailand

Types & Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Ecology
  • Scuba
  • Fields
  • Marine Science
  • Causes
  • Biological Research

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Physical Exam/Health Records

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 1-3 Months

Starts At

$600-900

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Top categories

Volunteer Placement
5.0
Day to Day Life
5.0
Program Administration
4.8
Health & Safety
4.7
Living Situation
4.5
Community Engagement
4.3

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TeenLife Top 50 Gap Programs for 2026
GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Gap Year Abroad
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Gap Year
YET 2023
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Duke of Edinbrugh
Top Rated Gap Year Providers of 2020
Member of Gap Year Association
Top Rated Organization 2019 - Gap Year
World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confederation

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