Shark & Marine Research Inst.

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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. beoordelingen

Ennio Brun rating5,0

2024 at Shark & Marine Research Institute

I had a great time there and can only recommend the program. It was a great experience seeing and exploring the amazing wildlife of South Africa. Such friendly people, every day was just fun. If you want to discover marine life and sharks and many other animals and gain experience as a Research ...
Caroline Weatherly rating5,0

2024 at Shark & Marine Research Institute

Volunteering with SMRI was absolutely lovely! Everyone is so knowledgeable and passionate about the sharks! Everybody involved is so kind and sweet! Not only do you get help with shark research but also get to work other local wildlife and experience the culture. It’s a life changing experience ...
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 ...
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 ...

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Life Below Water