from 2,145€
Brilliant 4.7
(220)
Manta Ray & Coral Reef Conservation
2 - 24 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
Brilliant 4.7
·
Verified by Volunteer World
Very high response rate
Brilliant 4.7 ·
·
Verified by Volunteer World
·
2 - 24 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
·
Very high response rate
Volunteer project with the highest quality.
This project sets unprecedented standards in quality - an unparalleled level of excellence.
Highlights
- Dive to collect data on reefs and species to contribute to ongoing health assessments.
- Record sightings of species for the ray database. From March to June, assist with oceanic manta ray monitoring.
- Assist with crown-of-thorns starfish population monitoring and data for local authorities; removals may be done when numbers are high.
- Host sessions on environmental issues, sustainable fishing, and economic benefits of marine protected areas for community members.
- Various ongoing community and entrepreneurial activities including cleanups, English lessons, public health and skills development workshops.
Especially good for
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
50+
About the program
this marine conservation program you’ll use your diving skills to collect essential data on the local coral reef, which comprises 80% of the world’s coral reefs
The project
At the confluence of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, lies the archipelago of Raja Ampat in Indonesia. One of the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystems, these breathtaking islands bring to mind the floating emerald isles of Pandora – but this is real life!
In this marine ...
Typical day
- 7:00 AM: Breakfast is served.
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Depending on the weather and the advice of the local dive guides, the first survey dive usually starts at 9:00 AM. You will partake in 2 survey dives and then relay the data from your dive slates on to the data recording sheets for entry into the ...
Free-time activities
You will have the evening off after dinner every day. Additionally, Wednesday mornings are allocated to travelling to Waisai for any shopping you may want to do. Saturdays are for fun dives and Sundays are a complete no-dive day where you will have the day to relax and assist with cooking or ...
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
2025 dates:
- 22 Jan 2025
- 29 Jan 2025
- 19 Feb 2025
- 28 Feb 2025
- 19 Mar 2025
- 26 Mar 2025
- 16 Apr 2025
- 26 Apr 2025
- 14 May 2025
- 21 May 2025
- 11 Jun 2025
- 18 Jun 2025
- 09 Jul 2025
- 16 Jul 2025
- 06 Aug 2025
- 13 Aug 2025
- 03 Sep 2025
- 10 Sep 2025
- 01 Oct 2025
- 08 Oct 2025
- 29 Oct 2025
- 05 Nov 2025
- 26 Nov 2025
- 03 Dec 2025
- 24 Dec 2025
- 31 Dec 2025
Availability
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Program fees
2 weeks (min. stay)
2,145€
4 weeks
3,345€
6 weeks
4,395€
8 weeks
5,445€
10 weeks
6,845€
12 weeks
8,195€
14 weeks
9,545€
16 weeks
10,945€
18 weeks
12,295€
20 weeks
13,595€
22 weeks
15,045€
24 weeks (max. stay)
16,345€
Average fees
876€/week
Meet your organization
GVI
Brilliant 4.7
(220 reviews)
Agency - founded in 1998
Verified by Volunteer World
Very high response rate
Coordinated by
Bianca
Spoken languages: English
About the project
GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.
220 reviews · 4.7
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