Marine Conservation Volunteering in Spain

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally—from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservation, Medical Outreach, and Environmental Sustainability. Since 2007, IVHQ has supported over 147,000 volunteers on life-changing journeys. We specialize in fully-hosted volunteer trips that are safe, affordable, and accessible—starting from just $20 per day. Your experience includes airport pick-up, accommodation, meals, and round-the-clock support from our local teams. With flexible booking options and no change fees, planning your volunteer adventure has never been easier. Our programs run year-round and are available for 1 to 24 weeks across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, South and Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Volunteering with IVHQ is about more than giving back—it’s about growing, learning, and building genuine global connections.

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Join the 6-month Gap Year, an extraordinary six-month journey of learning, adventure, and making a difference. This gap year program is the perfect blend of excitement and enrichment, offering a language and culture study course in Spain, environmental initiatives, and addressing social and economic issues in South Africa, turtle conservation in Sri Lanka, and a community preservation, building and gardening volunteering in Cambodia. Eligibility requirements: - Must be in good physical and mental health - At least 18 years old during travel - Have a fluent understanding of English - Have a clean background check if working with minors Broaden your horizons and nurture a deep sense of cultural appreciation that will extend beyond the end of the program. Visit our website and inquire today to get specific details about this program.

The volunteer program at Instituto Hemingway is a unique opportunity to live and work in Spain from the perspective of locals. At the same time, you will build a cultural bridge between Spain and your country of origin while giving back to a community. Beach Cleanup Support this project by setting a good example and encouraging people to get involved in protecting the local environment through simple actions, such as collecting their rubbish after a day on the beach. Work together to keep the waters healthy and nature green! Animal Shelter Contribute in a number of ways to stop the abuse and neglect of animals. At the same time, provide hands-on care to animals in need. The need for adequate care and education among the public in and around the area is huge. Social Entrepreneurship This project offers volunteers hands-on experience as well as the opportunity to help behind the scenes with administrative tasks including social media, fundraising and promotional efforts, sourcing new alliances, and drafting maps. Teaching English to Disadvantaged Children You can contribute to the education of growing children. Make a significant impact in their lives.

Embark on an exciting and educational adventure with the Short-Term Marine Biology Internship program offered by GVI in the breathtaking Canary Islands. This hands-on program provides participants with the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of marine biology and contribute to important research and conservation efforts. Under the guidance of experienced marine biologists, interns will engage in fieldwork activities, such as reef surveys, data collection, and species identification. Through snorkeling and diving excursions, participants will explore vibrant underwater ecosystems and gain a deeper understanding of marine biodiversity. The program also includes valuable training in research techniques and marine conservation principles. By joining this internship, you will not only expand your knowledge and skills in marine biology but also make a meaningful impact on marine conservation in the stunning Canary Islands.

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This program goes beyond ordinary high school travel programs and build cross-cultural community service summer trips perfectly geared to your interests and curiosities. Whether you’re looking to contribute to authentic service projects, experience exhilarating adventure, or develop your language skills, GoBeyond will immerse you in a new culture where you can make a meaningful difference while on the journey of a lifetime. Our high school community service summer programs proudly serve in many under-resourced communities and environments throughout the world. Explore our journeys in the British Virgin Islands, Costa Rica, Galapagos & Ecuador, Peru, Iceland, Spain, China, Thailand, India, Sri Lanka, and Australia. Beyond experiencing the adventure of a lifetime and creating lasting memories, we believe our community service summer trips enable lasting positive change in the world. For over forty years, we’ve been transforming communities, environments, and students’ lives through meaningful, collaborative adventures and service that develop skills and a more sophisticated worldly outlook—ultimately shaping the person you become.

Are you interested in learning about whales and dolphins and observing them in their natural habitat while contributing to our conservation efforts? Join our unique conservation program in Lanzarote, where you can actively contribute to our mission of making whale-watching trips completely noise and emission-free. Over 1 to 6 weeks, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of whale and dolphin species, raise awareness about the challenges they face, and gain hands-on experience working alongside the dedicated WeWhale team. Be part of a movement that creates a better future for marine life — while making memories to last a lifetime!

Embark on an exciting adventure in the Canary Islands with our environmental and sustainable development training, wherein you'll dive into the world of marine biology while actively protecting dolphins and whales! While you're based in Tenerife, help address pressing issues: marine pollution and intensive fishing. Work alongside passionate marine biologists and gain hands-on experience monitoring marine species and collecting critical data while cruising along the coast. Tasks include studying marine species, promoting conservation, and monitoring maritime traffic, with activities varying by season. Beyond the opportunity of working in such a breathtaking environment, this program is a stepping stone for your career. It is part of a career training initiative combining fieldwork with remote projects and online modules, leading to an international certification from the University of Richmond. You also access job opportunities with NGOs and receive support throughout the program.

Join a transformative two-week marine conservation program on the Mediterranean coast. Learn from expert diving instructors, clean up the sea bed, and contribute to vital marine ecosystem protection work while earning an internationally recognized Confédération Mondiale des Activités Subaquatiques (CMAS) diving certification. Discover the perfect blend of environmental action and cultural immersion as you explore Barcelona's heritage on land and underwater. From monitoring marine biodiversity to collecting crucial environmental data, you'll gain valuable field experience while making a real difference to ocean conservation. The Mediterranean waters around Barcelona host diverse marine life including various fish species, octopuses, seahorses, and colorful coral formations, though these ecosystems face increasing challenges from pollution and climate change.

Make a meaningful impact while gaining international experience with Connect-123’s Human Rights internship program. With placements available in Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, and Sydney, you’ll have the chance to contribute to organizations working on some of today’s most pressing human rights challenges. Our network includes watchdog groups, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, lobby groups, and think tanks. Depending on your placement, you may help develop educational workshops for immigrants, conduct peer education training, monitor and evaluate community-based initiatives, research political or gender rights issues, or contribute to reports on human trafficking, child labor, and other critical topics. Each internship is tailored to your background and interests, giving you the opportunity to build practical skills, expand your global network, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. With flexible start dates and customizable program lengths, your life-changing global internship begins on your schedule.

Join local and international volunteers in preserving the underwater environment and join in scuba dives! Explore and conserve Barcelona’s diverse coastal ecosystem while volunteering with the Catalan Federation of scuba diving and marine preservation. Become PADI Open Water certified and/or enhance your current dive skills with select PADI training. Immerse yourself in an authentic Barcelona experience outside tourist circuits and build lifelong friendships with like-minded volunteers. Duties include trash removal and seabed cleanup, data collection on native species, and local biodiversity assessment. Volunteers joining in the summer months can also assist in camps for disadvantaged children, organizing workshops on the sea and the environment. Typical week: Monday to Friday: Morning snacks, dive training, underwater observations, maintenance, community work Weekend: Free visit and free excursion in Barcelona Important note: Non-certified divers should sign up for a minimum of two weeks to participate in conservation dives. The program doesn't provide dive computers. Advanced certified divers must bring their own dive light/torch for optional night or deep dives..

Barcelona's beautiful coastline situated in the Mediterranean basin has recently been overwhelmed with pollution generated by this region's high population. Sadly, most of this waste is predominantly plastic due to the millions of tonnes that have been produced in the last 50 years. Our team has joined the international ocean clean up mission that strives to keep our marine world healthy. This project aims to educate volunteers on the way they can help fight this plastic epidemic. Before they begin to collect rubbish, beginner divers are taught the ropes and are able to obtain a PADI qualification from scratch. Experienced divers will get straight out to deeper waters and begin bringing in the trash. Not only will you be making a huge contribution to the plastic crisis by collecting, weighing, analysing and recycling, you'll be able to enjoy this fantastic city for half of each day. Meet like-minded volunteers from around the globe and stay in a eco hostel with three meals per day provided.