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  • Life Below Water

Great Barrier Reef Conservation Experience

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2 - 3 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+
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Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 18+
Alleenstaanden
Koppels
Families
Groepen
50+

Over het programma

Learn to Dive on the Great Barrier Reef and undertake important marine conservation activities on this incredible dive and conserve program!

The program

Experiencing the Great Barrier Reef is a bucket-list item for many - combine this with marine conservation activities and you have a volunteering program like no other! This amazing Dive (or snorkel) program allows budding marine conservation volunteers to learn or improve their skill ...

Over het programma

The program

Experiencing the Great Barrier Reef is a bucket-list item for many - combine this with marine conservation activities and you have a volunteering program like no other! This amazing Dive (or snorkel) program allows budding marine conservation volunteers to learn or improve their skill through a well-renowned dive operator while also participating in a credible reef monitoring program. With a high commitment to environmental protection and sustainability, this unique dive program falls under the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority’s monitoring program, ‘Eye on the Reef’, and is designed for volunteers interested in scuba diving, marine conservation and spending time in this incredible marine park. From learning to dive, advancing your dive skills or participating as a snorkeler, all volunteers will spend time with reef experts to monitor the reef and its marine inhabitants for the Marine Park’s conservation program. Volunteers will find this to be an amazing learning and conservation experience. For those with a passion for marine conservation this program promises to deliver a life changing experience.

Goals of this Project:

  • Protect Australia’s amazing Great Barrier Reef
  • Provide information to researchers and conservation authorities to help preserve marine life
  • Raise awareness of the conservation issues of the Reef and teach people how to love, respect and preserve the marine environment
  • Enable inter-cultural exchange between all parties and teach international visitors more about marine conservation and Australia


How you can help

Volunteers on this exciting program help by supplying information to assist in preserving this amazing environment. The adventure begins in Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, where participants can opt to become a certified scuba diver by completing the popular PADI Open Water Dive course.  Advanced Open Water, Rescue and Nitrox courses are available for participants already certified. Contact Love Volunteers for more info.

Volunteers then embark upon the reef as certified divers and volunteer marine conservationists and complete underwater Rapid Monitoring surveys to monitor coral health. The information gathered provides managers and researchers with up-to-date information on reef health status and trends, the distribution of protected and iconic species and early warnings of environmental impacts. Volunteers will also have the unique opportunity to spend time with a variety of reef experts on the Great Barrier Reef, to learn and experience first-hand the endangered natural wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef. 

Volunteers can expect to undertake the following:

  • Certified scuba diving course  
  • Become a volunteer marine conservationist
  • Complete underwater rapid monitoring surveys
  • Complete coral watch fish identification surveys and coral health monitoring
  • Help with turtle identification, benthos transects, marine debris beach clean-ups and debris sorting and categorising
  • Spend time with reef experts learning more about the environment

Dagelijkse activiteiten

An incredible Great Barrier Reef Conservation experience suitable for those wishing to learn to dive and qualified divers alike! Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver and Nitrox programs are available. View further details on the Additional Info. and Start Date tabs.

Day 1: Sunday Open Water ...

Dagelijkse activiteiten

An incredible Great Barrier Reef Conservation experience suitable for those wishing to learn to dive and qualified divers alike! Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver and Nitrox programs are available. View further details on the Additional Info. and Start Date tabs.

Day 1: Sunday Open Water Dive participants arrive

OWD participants arrive into Cairns and transfer to the hostel. The day is kept free to settle in and explore this amazing location! Points of interest include a stroll along the Esplanade, the Botanic Gardens, a swim in the Lagoon, the port and CBD. 

Day 2-3: Monday, Tuesday Open Water Dive theory. AOWD divers arrive Tuesday

OWD volunteers are picked up from the hostel in the morning and transfer to the Training Center for the theory section of their certification with a qualified instructor. Put all the theory into use in the pool during your practical sessions under the watchful eye of the instructors. Transfer back to the hostel late afternoon each day. AOWD participants arrive and check in to the hostel Tuesday.

Day 4-6: Wednesday, Thursday, FridayOWD and AOWD: Liveaboard on the Great Barrier Reef. 

Step aboard the vessel that will be your liveaboard home for the next 3 days and head out to the incredible Great Barrier Reef. Over these 3 days and 2 nights you will complete a total of 9 dives (weather permitting). The first 4 dives are to complete your PADI certification, followed by 5 dives as qualified divers. One of these will be a night dive under the watchful eye of a dive instructor. On Friday you return to Cairns.

Day 7-9: Saturday and Sunday Free days

Enjoy some well deserved time off. Optional activities include Daintree National Park, discovering the waterfalls in the Cairns Highlands rainforest tours, extreme activities like skydiving, bungy jumping, jet boating or Mountain Biking tours. Alternatively, just relax by the pool at the hostel or Lagoon.

Day 9 - 13: Monday - Friday Marine Conservation / Field Work 

This week is spent assisting with reef monitoring and assessment in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Volunteers work towards long-term protection of the reef by collecting important information about reef health, marine plants and animals, as well as any significant events. Data is collected in a variety of ways including Rapid Monitoring surveys, Coral Watch surveys and species counts. 

Day 14: Saturday Depart Cairns

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

A tropical holiday feel prevails on the streets of Cairns and visitors can't help but relax and enjoy the vibe. Strolling the streets is a social event with people enjoying the temperate climate and relaxing in the many bars, restaurants and cafes. Esplanade Lagoon offers the opportunity to swim ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

A tropical holiday feel prevails on the streets of Cairns and visitors can't help but relax and enjoy the vibe. Strolling the streets is a social event with people enjoying the temperate climate and relaxing in the many bars, restaurants and cafes. Esplanade Lagoon offers the opportunity to swim and relax without leaving town.  

Surrounded by stunning natural attractions - such as the famous Great Barrier Reef where this program is located, Daintree National Park and the stunning Northern beaches - Cairns is a magnet for eco and adventure travelers and is well equipped to cater to every visitors needs.

Voorwaarden

Voorwaarden

Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

Taalkennis

Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (basis niveau)

Vereiste documenten

Emergency contact and Vaccination Certificate

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

Andere vaardigheden

This 'hands-on' project is best suited to those who are either pursuing a career in conservation/environmental studies, or who simply wish to explore an interest in this field. It is a dive course requirement that participants can swim 200 metres or snorkel 300 metres and tread water/float for 10 minutes.

Tijdsinzet

Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten door Love Volunteers

  • Orientation & full safety briefing
  • Dive course
  • Accommodation (as specified above)
  • Food & Meals (as specified above)
  • 24/7 local support network
  • Project placement & onsite supervision
  • Registration fee included

Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Cairns Airport

Volunteers arrive into Cairns International Airport and take a taxi or uber to the accommodation. 

  • Arrival Airport: Cairns International Airport, Queensland, Australia (Code: CNS)

Accomodatie

Accommodation is provided in Cairns during the theory portion of the dive training and whilst working at the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre.  

Volunteers are also treated to the incredible opportunity of living on-board a custom dive vessel whilst undertaking dives on the Reef. A unique experience never to be forgotten!

In Cairns volunteers stay in a well-equipped and centrally located hostel. Rooms are typically split by gender and cater for to 6 persons sharing. Modern bathroom facilities are attached to each room. The hostel has all the amenities you would expect (and a few you normally find in luxury accommodations) including a communal kitchen, onsite laundry, a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

Eten & Drank

Breakfast is provided daily at the hostel and meals on-board as noted.

Internet toegang

Makkelijke toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is Cairns Airport (CNS) in Cairns. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Australië. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

Reisverzekering

Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Australië biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Australië dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Australië. VACCINATIE CHECKER

Gegevens over jouw aankomst

This project is available throughout the year with arrival days as follows: 

Open Water Certificate: SUNDAY arrival as per the start dates listed on the calendar. 

Advanced Open Water Certificate: TUESDAY arrival, 2 days after the listed start dates.

Rescue Diver Certificate: FRIDAY arrival.  Start dates:
2023: 10Mar, 12May, 9Jun, 7Jul, 9Sep, 6Oct, 10Nov, 8Dec
2024: 12Jan, 9Feb, 8Mar, 10May, 7Jun, 5Jul, 5Sep, 11Oct, 8Nov, 6Dec

Spaces on this project are limited and therefore subject to availability. Early booking is recommended.

Beschikbaarheid
jan. feb. mrt. apr. mei. jun. jul. aug. sep. okt. nov. dec.

Programmakosten

2 weken (min. verblijf) 2.773€
3 weken (max. verblijf) 3.869€
Gemiddelde kosten 1.338€/week

Programmakosten

1.338€ per week 2 - 3 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

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Duurtijd

2 - 3 weken

Waarborg

De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.

Finale betaling

Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door Love Volunteers gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.

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Love Volunteers

Uitstekend 4.8 rating (138 beoordelingen)

Agentschap - opgericht in 2010

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Karen

Gesproken talen: Engels

Over de organisatie

Love Volunteers has been placing volunteers around the world for over seven years. We're passionate about making a difference in developing communities.

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About Us

Love Volunteers has been placing volunteers around the world for over seven years. We're passionate about making a difference in developing communities.

Our History

  • June 2009: Julian and Kelly (a brother and sister team from New Zealand) were shocked by the huge fees charged for volunteering abroad. They knew there must be a better way!
  • July 2009: Eager to provide transparent and cost effective volunteering, work began on what would become Love Volunteer.
  • August 2009: Visting worthy projects and developing relationshsips with local charities begins. A voyage that would see the duo cover half the globe in six months.
  • January 2010: The Love Volunteers website is launched with just 20 projects across 12 countries.
  • March 2010: Our first volunteer, Daniel, joins us on a project in Ethiopia! The first of many thousands to follow!
  • May 2010: Within months, Love Volunteers is placing over 50 volunteers a month
  • January 2011: We work with our first student group, sending Tim and 30 of his medical students from Columbia University to Guatemala.
  • May 2011: Our 1,000th volunteer, Emily, joins the team in Vietnam
  • February 2012: We begin working with our partner in Zambia - country number 30.
  • May 2013: We're recognized as one of the top volunteering organizations in the world.
  • July 2014: We add our 100th project - in Costa Rica.
  • October 2015: Kelly and Mike spend 18 months visiting projects throughout Central & South America, Europe and Asia.
  • February 2016: Nicole joins the team as our volunteer support manager. Later, Karen also comes on board.
  • June 2017: We undertake a huge rebrand of Love Volunteers to better reflect our mission of serving local communities in developing countries.

138 beoordelingen · rating4.8

Tomas Heijnen rating4.6

2023 at Great Barrier Reef Conservation Experience

Erg leuk programma, snorkelen op de eilanden was erg leuk. Erg goed verzorgd door de coordinatoren. Wel jammer dat het water erg koud was (juli), dus het snorkelen kon je niet lang volhouden. ..
Philine Dekkers rating4.8

2023 at Great Barrier Reef Conservation Experience

This was an amazing experience! I would highly recommend learning to dive in the Great Barrier Reef! Also the marine conservation week was great, learned a lot. The information provided and using that on the Great Barrier Reef gives a feeling of really helping. Everything was organised very good! ...
Victoria Schmettow rating1.4

2023 at Marine Conservation Supporter

I applied for the Marine Conservation program and wanted to stay for two weeks - I left early as this whole thing was more or less a scam. The location is not a "short journey from the beach" and not where the map shows but way further inland. We had bad/no wifi, our showers were not working ...
Jess Gustafson rating5

2023 at Environmental Conservation Worker

This was a great experience volunteering for CVNZ and I learned a lot about nature conservation in Aotearoa New Zealand as well as about the culture. The staff were very helpful for suggesting places to visit on the weekends and I had a great time with the other volunteers. I would definitely do ...
Dawn Harrage rating4

2023 at Community Initiatives

Made very welcome by the community programme that I worked with. It was about a 20 minute bus journey away but the buses are very regular and inexpensive. The hostel was great and being in New Orleans for Mardi Gras was amazing. Beware, though, food and drinks can be expensive (compared to what I'm ...
Jasmijn Doorgeest rating2.8

2023 at Empowering local women

I did one week of volunteering at the women's empowerment project. The women were amazing, just as the managers of the project. The overall experience was very rewarding. However, I have two things I liked less: there is no structure in the curriculum. This means that I thought several lessons, but ...

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