ZANZIBAR DOLPHIN RESEARCH & MARINE CONSERVATION

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Cayman Islands: Invasive Lionfish Management and Reef Conservation

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Cayman Islands: Sea Turtle and Coral Reef Conservation

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Ocean adventures with an impact

Marine conservation volunteer projects around the world.

Be mesmerized by the dazzling blue. Swim freely amongst dolphins and sea turtles. Contribute to the conservation of vivid coral reefs. In some of the most idyllic settings in the world, we work to preserve marine life through innovative projects – and we invite you to join us. Find out more about our marine conservation volunteering opportunities.

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Programs we’re recruiting for!
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Caribbean Marine Ecology Campers

APPLICATIONS OPEN

High School Summer Camp in the Cayman Islands

High School Summer Camp in the Cayman Islands

June - August 2024

Little Cayman, Cayman Islands

Marine Ecology

Make the most of your summer experience this 2024. Join an impactful high school summer camp in the Caribbeans.

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APPLICATIONS OPEN

Divemaster Internship in the Cayman Islands

Divemaster Internship in the Cayman Islands

June/July 2024

Little Cayman, Cayman Islands

Marine Science Education

Join Marine Impact and the Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI) in the Cayman Islands, where cutting-edge marine science and coral reef research is actively conducted through the CCMI’s remarkable research station built in 2005.

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APPLICATIONS OPEN

Marine Research Internship in the Cayman Islands

Marine Research Internship in the Cayman Islands

All Year (January, April, June, and Sept. 2024)

Little Cayman, Cayman Islands

Marine Research

Combine incredible experiential learning with immersion in a rich marine environment.

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CAYMAN ISLANDS

Visit the Western Caribbean Sea and witness the stunning beauty of the Cayman Islands, as you fulfill your marine life volunteer abroad adventure. Each of these trio of remarkable islands possess a unique richness and charm waiting to be discovered and shared to the world.

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ZANZIBAR

Get your marine research quest in one of the hidden treasures of Africa – Zanzibar! Known as Spice Islands, Zanzibar also prides itself on its sparkling sandy beaches and pristine reefs making it a perfect destination for marine life activities.

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MOZAMBIQUE

Fall in love with the picturesque view of Mozambique – with dolphins jumping in and out of the sparkling-clear waters and the perfectly palm-fringed beaches.  Yet unique, this fascinating destination allows you to a regular sighting of sea giants, and to also enhance your marine life skills and knowledge.

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HOW A MARINE VOLUNTEER PROJECT CAN HELP YOUR CAREER

Calling out new and soon-to-be graduates, what’s the next plan? Are you anxious or excited? Still haven’t decided what to do to fill the gap – will you take a break and have a carefree vacation, or do something worthwhile for the world?

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LIFE AS A MARINE VOLUNTEER

I love to swim and have always been fascinated by the waters – beaches, oceans, rivers – and the colorful fishes I encounter in them. I feel so at home while in the sea and have always fantasized living in it like a mermaid, since I was a kid. Hence, being a marine volunteer made that fantasy quite a reality!

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TOP 5 MARINE VOLUNTEER PROJECTS

If you’re looking for a marine volunteer program, then we know you are one of us – people who enjoy being outside in sun and sea, love the ocean, mesmerized by everything that lies underneath the waves, passionate about marine conservation – and we have the best of the best impactful marine volunteering projects for you!

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING

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The past three weeks have been one of the amazing times of my life! I've met some amazing people and taken part in some unforgettable experiences whilst doing some meaningful volunteer work that has obvious positive impacts for the local community. The immersion in the community is wonderful and will be one of the most memorable parts of this project. January 23, 2020

Sarah, AustraliaImmersing and Empowering Experience
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This volunteer program was incredible. I had such an amazing time and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in wildlife conservation and being fully immersed in the local community and spending time with super friendly and like minded people. Everyone was so nice, helpful and always willing to work hard and make a positive difference. Being able to ethically swim with dolphins in their natural habitat was an experience I will never forget. January 23, 2020

Dolphin Research and Conservation in ZanzibarRhys, Australia
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Overall this program has been an eye opening experience. There were plenty of once in a lifetime opportunities that I was able to witness and experience with my own eyes. As well as this, getting hands on experience in the field that I would love to work in. On top of this, the fact that I got to see and swim with one of the smartest, most majestic creatures on the planet already made this trip 10/10. The fact that the work I was doing was making a difference in assisting with research. November 28, 2019

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