Shark & Marine Research Inst.

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7

Avis


9

Years in business

We are committed to the conservation of sharks, other marine animals and our oceans. Volunteering with us provides the chance to contribute to meaningful research.

Exciting opportunities await our volunteers, promising an incredible adventure filled with valuable field experience. They will be actively involved in gathering essential data on multiple shark species inhabiting our coastal waters. Our diverse research activities encompass non-invasive dorsal fin ...

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Exciting opportunities await our volunteers, promising an incredible adventure filled with valuable field experience. They will be actively involved in gathering essential data on multiple shark species inhabiting our coastal waters. Our diverse research activities encompass non-invasive dorsal fin photo identification of great white and bronze whaler sharks, employing specialized software for precise analysis.

In addition to this, our volunteers will be engaged in comprehensive studies of the population dynamics of indigenous shark species. This includes participating in catch and release tagging surveys conducted both from our research vessel and along the shoreline. For those seeking a more hands-on experience, we offer snorkeling surveys, during which volunteers will learn to safely capture smaller sharks by hand – a truly immersive learning opportunity.

Our volunteers will also have the extraordinary chance to join shark cage diving trips. During these trips, they will gather crucial observational data to contribute to informed shark management decisions.

As if this adventure couldn't get any better, we've also established a meaningful partnership with a local wildlife sanctuary. Here, our volunteers will actively engage in animal husbandry, working closely with a variety of captivating land mammals rescued from the bone trade and other illicit black-market activities. It's an all-encompassing experience that promises unforgettable moments and invaluable learning.

Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make a real impact on marine conservation and animal welfare.



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Samantha Hansen

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Shark & Marine Research Inst. avis

Cindy managed to create very warm atmosphere in the project house. Everything was well planned. The shark cage diving, the snorkeling, caves and many more adventures are really once in a lifetime opportunity. We met a very educated and dedicated marine biology expert Mary who shared her expertise ...
From the moment we were picked up until our tearful departure we were well taken care of. The chance to work alongside a shark biologist research team was such an amazing experience. The knowledge and passion shown were truly inspirational. Weather is a factor to consider, this leads to regular ...
Jan-Eike rating5,0

2020 at Shark & Marine Research Institute

A great recommendation for all who want to learn more about sharks and scientific work with sharks. Your tasks/activities in this regard may include shark dives, snorkeling trips in kelp forests where you catch sharks with your hands and then miss and tag them, identifying great white sharks/copper ...
Put this adventure in your life's bucket list. Cindy and her team has curated a life changing experience here. Everything about this adventure is perfect, be it the itinerary, the location, or activities. More importantly everyone on the team is so warm and family like that you will feel like you ...
Michael rating5,0

2019 at Shark & Marine Research Institute

Excellent volunteering program allowing for hands on experience with different types of sharks Volunteering program: - Hands on experience with great whites and other types of sharks during cage diving boat trips and research activities (population estimates, understanding of migratory ...
Steve H rating5,0

2019 at Shark & Marine Research Institute

I volunteered for two weeks. The experience of a lifetime - a 12 of 10! White sharks (up close and personal). Bronze whalers. Sting rays. A pod of 500 dolphins. Tagging sharks. Thousands of seals! Shark Alley! African penguins! Kelp forests. When not at sea: braai time, dining in Hermanus and ...

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