Marine Conservation with Whales, Sharks and Penguin
Program Overview
This multi-faceted marine conservation project allows those with a love of the ocean and its inhabitants to experience the following while working inland and on the sea with a skilled team of experts, including marine biologists: - Whale, dolphin, shark, and penguin research and monitoring - Community Education - Environmental issues - Ecology and ecotourism You will take on various tasks, depen...
This multi-faceted marine conservation project allows those with a love of the ocean and its inhabitants to experience the following while working inland and on the sea with a skilled team of experts, including marine biologists: - Whale, dolphin, shark, and penguin research and monitoring - Community Education - Environmental issues - Ecology and ecotourism You will take on various tasks, depending on the current activities and season—if it’s whale migration season. Assist with research on the feeding, behavioral, and migrating habits and other aspects of sharks. Research activities include recording sightings, tagging, dorsal fin identification, and taking photos for an ongoing database in conjunction with various national and international academic research institutions. For those wan...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- Multiple Year
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Environment
- Marine Conservation
Updated Oct 16, 2025
Program Details
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Locations
- South Africa
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered: Year Round
- Duration: 1-2 Weeks, 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, Multiple Year, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Alternative Spring Break, Winter
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language: English
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Other
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
1-2 Weeks, 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, Multiple Year, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Alternative Spring Break, Winter
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The whale watching season is from the 1st of June to the 31st of December.
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