Sharks

Have you ever thought about becoming a volunteer with sharks? Sharks are renowned for being the feared apex predators of the ocean and thanks to films such as Jaws, Deep Blue Sea, along with various publications choosing to run with this theme, sharks have even become hated by some humans.

However, what some people don’t know is that sharks actually kill only around 12 humans a year, and this often happens by accident. Sharks don’t like the taste of humans, but often mistake those in canoes or small boats for seals on the ocean surface. Otherwise, sharks have been known to investigate a splashing human when they are curious or confused, which can lead to accidental attacks.

What’s more, sharks have much more to fear from humans than we do from them. Sharks are hunted and killed for their meat, internal organs and fins. For every human killed by a shark, around 8.5 million sharks are slaughtered in the same time span. This is why volunteering with sharks is essential for their survival.

Our various shark volunteer programs offer you the chance to witness these majestic fish in the flesh, whilst aiding their conservation. Whether it be cage diving with Great Whites in South Africa to collect data on shark populations, or swimming with whale sharks in the Maldives to identify individuals, there are a lot of different ways you can become a shark conservation volunteer with The Great Projects. All you have to do is select which shark volunteer project you most want to visit. So, what are you waiting for? Secure your place to volunteer with sharks today!