If you have a passion for marine animals and appreciate the importance of the world’s oceans for the planet’s entire ecosystem, then you should consider becoming a marine conservation volunteer. With humans increasingly using the ocean as a dumping ground for waste, pollution is a growing problem, along with unsustainable tourism and over-fishing. This means that marine conservation efforts are needed now more than ever – and you can help by volunteering with these stunning marine animals!
When it comes to marine volunteering, The Great Projects will have you spoiled for choice – whether it be whale watching in the Azores, cage diving with great whites in South Africa, swimming with whale sharks in the Maldives or conducting research whilst scuba diving in the world-famous Raja Ampat. All you have to do is pick your cause!
You can help to protect aquatic animals all over the world, so learn more about our marine conservation volunteer opportunities and get in touch today!
Classifying just how endangered marine wildlife is, is a difficult task due to the huge number of animals that fall under the category. However, with that being said there are some animals which are struggling more than most. Many species such as whales, dolphins, manatees, dugongs, sea turtles, and sharks have populations which are decreasing at an alarming rate. It is not just the larger species which are in danger in the waters around the world, one of the most important elements in the entirety of the world’s oceans, coral, is in grave danger of becoming extinct too, and this could have a disastrous knock-on effect on the food chain. Marine conservation projects are essential in spreading awareness about the dangers the ocean and its inhabitants face, whilst actively trying to make a change.
The world’s oceans are often only considered as an afterthought by governments all around the world and this has led to two huge problems for the wildlife which lives in the sea. These problems are:
The perfect opportunity for anyone seeking 'hands-on' field experience as part of an established whale shark research team in the beautiful Maldives.
Take part on The Great Turtle Project in Sri Lanka as a volunteer in a turtle sanctuary and have an impact on the conservation of the country's beautiful sea turtles.
Come face to face with one of the world’s most misunderstood predators whilst aiding great white shark conservation.
Dive unexplored reefs and partake in marine conservation projects amongst the islands of the beautiful Raja Ampat archipelago.
Dive into the incredible waters of the Perhentian Islands and aid marine conservation by volunteering in Malaysia!
Help to assist a team of marine biologists in important whale and dolphin conservation.
Join this unique whale shark internship project on the stunning Mafia Island in Tanzania.
Work towards integral marine conservation in one of the most marine-rich locations on Earth.
Play your part in the conservation of the endangered Olive Ridley turtle, as well as other vulnerable wildlife species, in coastal Costa Rica.
An incredible tour around Indonesian islands in the Komodo National Park where you will have the chance to see the famous Komodo Dragon.
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With World Oceans Day upon us, we're taking a look at the incredible initiative set up by the Swiss 'Race for Water' foundation, following their journey around the globe as they aim to stamp out plastic pollution. Find out how you can become a 'Water Guardian' by reading on!
This Christmas, why not try a bit of spontaneity? Take a look at our last-minute volunteering trips and aid the conservation of endangered species!
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