- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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12 people are interested
Marine Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: Marine Dynamics Academy
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
12 people are interested
Marine Volunteers offers an inspirational experience for people who want to create awareness through eco-tourism, research and community outreach.
Volunteers become immersed in our family of Fair Trade Tourism certified companies, working alongside experts in marine ecotourism, conservation and marine biology. They assist ecotourists aboard the vessels of Marine Dynamics Shark Tours and Dyer Island Cruises and have up-close encounters with The Marine Big 5(tm) - whales, dolphins, sharks, seals and penguins including iconic great white sharks, giant southern right whales, endangered African penguins and shy and elusive humpback dolphins. Every trip sports a guiding marine biologist who educates volunteers and clients alike, increasing their knowledge of the ecology of the area and the amazing species that we encounter.
Our conservation partner, the Dyer Island Conservation Trust (DICT), is a leader in marine conservation, with dedicated marine biologists studying great white sharks, southern right whales, humpback dolphins and other marine life. Volunteers are afforded the opportunity to participate in data capture, behavioural observations and photo ID for these studies aboard Slashfin, the shark cage diving vessel, and Dream Catcher, the eco-tour and whale-watching vessel. In addition to this, research vessels launch from time-to-time, affording long-term volunteers the opportunity to become more involved in research activities.
More opportunities with Marine Dynamics Academy
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Marine Dynamics Academy
Location:
5 Geelbek Street, Van Dyks Bay, Gansbaai, Western Cape 7220, ZA
Mission Statement
At Marine Dynamics Academy our mission is to inspire our volunteers to make a difference in the world around them by providing them with life-changing opportunities and experiences, and creating awareness that ecotourism, conservation, community, research and education can all dovetail into a sustainable and mutually beneficial relationship. The Marine Volunteers programme offers individuals from across the world the opportunity to experience unique marine related projects in the biodiversity rich environment of the Greater Dyer Island Area, in Gansbaai, South Africa.
Description
Volunteering aboard the vessels of our sister companies, Marine Dynamics Shark Tours and Dyer Island Cruises Whale and Eco Tours, the opportunity to gain exposure to various marine species makes for an unforgettable experience. Every trip sports a dedicated marine biologist as guide, who educates volunteers and clients, increasing their knowledge of the target species and ecology of the area.
Our conservation partner, The Dyer Island Conservation Trust (DICT) is a leader in marine conservation and the environmental pillar of our organisation. Volunteers are afforded an opportunity to partake in data capturing for studies conducted by our marine biologists on board Slashfin, the shark cage diving vessel and Dream Catcher, the whale watching vessel. In addition to this, the DICT research vessel, Lwazi, affords long-term volunteers the opportunity to be more involved in research excursions. The Conservation projects that we are involved in are:
Shark Research
African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary
Marine Pollution and Strandings
Various community projects
Marine Dynamics Academy Volunteer program is the only marine volunteer programme in South Africa that is Fair Trade Certified. Our highly experienced team, five star service and environmentally responsible practice result is many returning volunteers.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
5 Geelbek streetGansbaaiGansbaai, Western Cape 7220South Africa
DATE POSTED
April 19, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- We strongly suggest a minimum of 2 weeks. 4 weeks + is the best time. You will be able to do all that our programme has to offer, and maybe even get the chance to be a part of our research with our Marine Biologists, and go on the research vessel.