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Marine Conservation Expedition with PADI Training

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1.298€ per week  ·  2 - 12 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+

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Highlights

  • Work alongside National and international organizations to preserve the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef in the State of Quintana Roo
  • Be part of the conservation and work done inside the largest National Marine Biosphere Reserve in the Caribbean
  • Improve your diving and research skills
  • Mingle and raise awareness to tourists, local people and local fishermen
  • Contribute to raise awareness to local children (Community program)

Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 18+
Alleenstaanden
Koppels
50+

Over het programma

Gain PADI certifications while diving in the spectacular waters of Mexico to collect valuable data on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.

Travel to Mexico and work alongside local authorities on the preservation of the Mexico Carribeans Marine Biosphere Reserve, one of the largest ecosystems globally. The project goals are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal number 14, Life Below Water. 

Interns will be PADI ...

Over het programma

Travel to Mexico and work alongside local authorities on the preservation of the Mexico Carribeans Marine Biosphere Reserve, one of the largest ecosystems globally. The project goals are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal number 14, Life Below Water. 

Interns will be PADI dive trained in order to effectively complete necessary data collection on the coral reef without causing any damage. Upon completion of this internship, you will receive your PADI Open Water (8wks+), PADI Advanced Open Water and the unique speciality PADI Coral Reef Researcher.

Participate in surveys that work to establish the overall health of the reef; maintain a coral nursery which involves growing coral fragments to replant them onto the local reef, assist with beach clean ups to minimise marine plastic pollution and immerse with the local community by conducting environmental education workshops. 

This program includes an optional Marine conservation online courses which must be completed in order to obtain a certificate offered in partnership with the University of Richmond in the United States.

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners. 

Estimated Schedule:
  • 5 or 6am: Wake up call
  • 6 - 10 am: First Survey 
  • 12pm: Lunch
  • 1pm - 4pm: Second Survey 
  • 6pm: Dinner 
  • 9pm: Bed Time
You could expect to dive/snorkel 1 to 2 ...

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners. 

Estimated Schedule:
  • 5 or 6am: Wake up call
  • 6 - 10 am: First Survey 
  • 12pm: Lunch
  • 1pm - 4pm: Second Survey 
  • 6pm: Dinner 
  • 9pm: Bed Time
You could expect to dive/snorkel 1 to 2 times a day. 

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities. 

These side trips are ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities. 

These side trips are not included in the program fee but are highly recommended: 
  • Mayan Ruins
  • Eco Adventure Parks
  • Diving & Snorkeling
  • Cenotes
  • Whale spotting 
  • Hiking & rock climbing
The possibilities are endless! 

We also now include cultural/local experiences. These experiences will take place once every 4 weeks. 

These activities may include: 

  • Learn to cook traditional Yucatán food
  • Visit a Mayan ruin
  • Take a beach yoga class
  • Dive through the cenotes
  • Stand-up paddleboard at sunrise
  • Climb rock formations in the jungle
  • Learn the unique geography of the Yucatán Peninsula
  • Explore the ancient city of Coba

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 (vloeiend)

Bewijs van goed gedrag en zeden

verplicht

Vereiste documenten

PADI Medical form and Medical Form

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

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

Andere vaardigheden

All participants joining for 4 weeks must be PADI Open Water certified before joining the program and should be able to walk 200m over uneven ground carrying their dive equipment. Training is provided online 8 weeks prior to program start through self paced training materials.

Tijdsinzet

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

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten door GVI

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • 24-hour emergency phone
  • 24-hour in-country support
  • Access to Alumni Services and Discounts
  • Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
  • All necessary project equipment and materials
  • All necessary project training by experienced staff
  • Community work workshop
  • Coral reef ecology
  • First Aid & CPR training
  • Live and work in a protected reserve surveying deserted reefs under GVI’s research permit
  • Location orientation
  • Long term experienced staff
  • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
  • PADI Coral Reef Research Diver Distinctive Speciality
  • PADI Open Water (for 8 and 12 week volunteers) and Advanced Open Water
  • Real hands on experience and learn about the challenges marine conservation has in this region
  • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
  • Transfer to base location
  • Use of O2 equipment workshop
  • Welcome meeting

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Additional drinks and gratuities
  • Extra local excursions
  • Flights
  • International and domestic airport taxes
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Personal dive kit, e.g. mask, fins, wetsuit, timer, DSMB and reel, slate, etc.
  • Personal items and toiletries
  • Police or background check
  • Some equipment is not included
  • Visa costs (where necessary)

Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Cancun International Airport

Airport pick up is provided from Cancun International Airport within a specific time period. 

Accomodatie

Puerto Morelos is the oldest port city in the Mexican Caribbean, our base is located on the beachfront about 5km from the town centre. 

Accomodation facilities are shared dormitories and can be considered basic.

Eten & Drank

Breakfast is prepared by participants and while lunch and dinner is prepared by a local cook. Most dietary requirements can be catered for. 

Internet toegang

Beperkte toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Mexico. 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 Mexico biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

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

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Programmakosten

2 weken (min. verblijf) 3.745€
3 weken 4.195€
4 weken 4.645€
5 weken 5.145€
6 weken 5.695€
7 weken 6.145€
8 weken 6.595€
9 weken 7.095€
10 weken 7.645€
11 weken 8.145€
12 weken (max. verblijf) 8.695€
Gemiddelde kosten 1.298€/week

Programmakosten

1.298€ per week 2 - 12 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

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Duurtijd

2 - 12 weken

Waarborg (15%)

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 (85%)

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

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Briljant 4.7 rating (173 beoordelingen)

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Gesproken talen: Engels

Over de organisatie

GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

Ontmoet je gastheer

Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

173 beoordelingen · rating4.7

As an older volunteer (50!) I was concerned that I wouldn't fit in so well with all the younger volunteers in their 20s. However we have all quickly become good friends and are always keen to help each other out. We all have a shared interest in diving and conservation which helps. The staff on ...
Jessica Siegenthaler rating2.2

2021 at Marine Conservation Expedition with PADI Training

Overall I participated 2 weeks in this program, which is to less btw! You don't get to have the real volunteering possibilities and it's basically an expensive dive vacation without that many dives. The good parts from the program: - The Staff in Mexico was super friendly and knowledgable about ...
At the beginning of this year, I embarked with GVI on the Marine Conservation short-term internship in Puerto Morelos, Mexico. I was lucky to find out about our project on a university page, as I was required to complete an internship for academic credits. Life on base was exceptional; I liked to ...
Amazing base with amazing people and a life-changing experience I spent 6 weeks at base as a short-term marine conservation intern. It was truly inspiring how the staff helped us with everything and made us feel as part of this great family. We learnt very useful things about marine ecosystems in ...
This was an amazing experience with GVI. I have used other companies too but I have found GVI to be more like a family. I learnt a lot about the children I taught and the community projects were so inspiring. Embracing different cultures was rewarding and I even learnt some Spanish. It real is a ...
This is a great place to earn your PADI open water! I went to Mexico 5 years ago and I remember it so fondly. The coral and fish are so diverse and make the diving so much more enjoyable. In this internship you get to immerse yourself in the diving world whilst also developing your knowledge of ...

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