- Home
- Providers
- Back
- Volunteer International Adventures
- Marine Conservation with Whales, Sharks and Penguin
Marine Conservation with Whales, Sharks and Penguin
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...
Program Highlights
Assist the onboard marine biologist on the whale or research boat with monitoring and data capturing of Southern Right and Humpback whales during the annual migration period.
Help with the rehabilitation of injured, oiled, and sick African Penguins and other seabirds brought in for care and recuperation at a state-of-the-art facility—feeding is fun but a little smelly.
Get involved with data capturing and research on the shark boat and while cage diving on one of a few shark conservation projects whose marine biologist is permitted to tag great white sharks.
Get involved with the local community in educating school learners, beach cleanups, and assembling, cleaning, and monitoring fishing line bins.
Take part in lectures on shark biology and research, African penguins, marine mammal species, company and conservation overview, rocky shores ecology, boat safety, and more.
Media Gallery
Quick Details
- South Africa
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- Multiple Year
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Environment
- Marine Conservation
- All Nationalities
Program Details
Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know
Locations
- South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Environment
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Other
Frequently Asked Questions
Program Reviews
This program has no reviews
Ready to Learn More?
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...
Volunteer International Adventures
Volunteer International Adventures
Ready to Learn More?
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...
Related Programs
Browse programs you might like