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Scuba diving Conservationist & researcher

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2 - 4 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Get your PADI or Advanced Open Water while volunteering!
  • Take part in Marine Research & conservation!
  • Work alongside an amazing team of staff and other volunteers from around the world!

Highlights

  • Get your PADI or Advanced Open Water while volunteering!
  • Take part in Marine Research & conservation!
  • Work alongside an amazing team of staff and other volunteers from around the world!
  • Explore the ocean floor and dive in one of the best diving spots and coral reefs in the world.
  • Go on safari wildlife viewing and immerse yourself in a new culture and way of life!

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    Vooral geschikt voor

    Leeftijd 18+
    Alleenstaanden
    Koppels
    Groepen

    Over het programma

    Get your PADI/Advanced open water and Dive into a world of volunteering where you can experience, research and conserve some of the best coral reefs in the world!

    Ready for an adventure like no other? Get your PADI with us and dive into a world of volunteering where you can experience some of the best coral reefs in the world, make a difference in marine conservation research, and explore an untouched piece of South Africa, all rolled into one epic program!

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    Over het programma

    Ready for an adventure like no other? Get your PADI with us and dive into a world of volunteering where you can experience some of the best coral reefs in the world, make a difference in marine conservation research, and explore an untouched piece of South Africa, all rolled into one epic program!

    Pack your beach gear and get ready to make waves in one of the world's top dive sites – Sodwana Bay! This picturesque paradise is a hidden gem, waiting for you to discover. Dive headfirst into the vibrant blue ocean, soak up the sun on the sandy shores, or take a refreshing dip in Lake Sibaya. And when the sun starts to set, sip on some drinks while enjoying the breathtaking view. With all this and more, you'll never run out of things to do on our volunteer vacation!

    The project also offers Marine Lectures so volunteers can learn more about the ocean and marine conservation, these lectures are short and casual. Volunteers also get a certificate at the end of their stay to say they have completed the lecture series, this can be added to their CV. Once database and lectures are done volunteers are free to relax at the camp or go exploring in town. Volunteers can then head out for sundowners at a local viewpoint or have a braai (barbecue) at the fire area. Every night the staff organize a fire, this is great to experience a traditional South African braai, relax and socialize. Come now and be part of this amazing and once in a lifetime opportunity!


    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Volunteers arrive on the first Friday of the month. The Saturday after arrival, volunteers will receive a camp orientation. The rest of this weekend can be used to settle in and get to know other volunteers and interns. 
    • Week one will be used to complete the CMAS One Star or PADI Open Water course ...

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Volunteers arrive on the first Friday of the month. The Saturday after arrival, volunteers will receive a camp orientation. The rest of this weekend can be used to settle in and get to know other volunteers and interns. 
    • Week one will be used to complete the CMAS One Star or PADI Open Water course or the volunteer’s chosen course. The duration of the course will depend on the course chosen and the volunteer’s ability to complete skills. The CMAS One Star and PADI Open Water courses typically take between four and five days to complete. If volunteers do not have the required number of dives, this can be obtained during the first week and the course will begin thereafter.  
    • Once volunteers are qualified divers, they dive each day during the week, Monday to Friday. One dive a day is included in the price, extra dive packages can be bought so volunteers can dive twice a day. During dives volunteers collect photographic data of manta rays, ragged-tooth sharks, turtles, whales and nudibranchs. This data is entered into international marine conservation databases after dives. We offer Marine Lectures to increase knowledge about the ocean, these are short and casual. After their stay volunteers receive a certificate for the lecture that can be added to their CV.  
    • The rest of the day can be spent relaxing and exploring. There are a lot of activities to keep volunteers busy, read the things to do list below. During weekends there are more trips, we do overnight trips to Kosi Bay or trips to Lake Sibaya for sundowners and a braai

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Once a week, we explore the wild and wondrous corners of Sodwana! We soak up the sun and surf the waves on beach days, dip into the waters of Lake Sibaya, experience a private beach at Lala Nek, or explore the forests at Tolla se Gat. Of course, we can't take on these adventures with empty stomachs, ...

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Once a week, we explore the wild and wondrous corners of Sodwana! We soak up the sun and surf the waves on beach days, dip into the waters of Lake Sibaya, experience a private beach at Lala Nek, or explore the forests at Tolla se Gat. Of course, we can't take on these adventures with empty stomachs, so we always fire up a classic South African braai, relax and enjoy the good vibes.

    Some other free-time activities that volunteers can do are as follows:

    • Chilling on the beach
    • Freediving
    • African market
    • Two bars / restaurants
    • Bonfires
    • Looking for chameleons
    • Whale watching (seasonal)
    • Picking up shark teeth at Anton’s dive site
    • Sundowners at local view points
    • Watching the moonrise on the beach 
    • Turtle tours (seasonal)
    • Surfing
    • Lake Sibaya trips
    • Game drives
    • Plankton on the beach at night
    • Trips to Tolla se Gat
    • Hikes
    • Kosi Bay trips
    • Braais (barbecue)
    • Quad biking
    • Fishing 


    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

    CV, Letter of motivation, 2 Application Forms (one for us and the other for the project), 2 pictures and Liability Waiver and Volunteer Policy forms (provided during application process)

    Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

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

    Tijdsinzet

    Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag van 08:00 - 15:00

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten op locatie

    • CMAS One Star or PADI Open Water course (If you're already a diver you can do your Advanced Open Water or do the 2 week program without a dive course).
    • All required dive training manuals.
    • Total 10 dives per 2 week stay / 20 dives per 4 week stay.
    • Hard gear rental (BCD, regulator, cylinder and weight belt).
    • Transport to and from the Richards Bay Airport.
    • Transport to and from the Sodwana Bay beach as well as around Sodwana.
    • Gate fees into the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (excluding weekends).
    • Food (Each week volunteers buy food at the Spar and prepare their own food in the shared kitchen).
    • Accommodation at Dive Lodge.
    • Marine lectures and certificate.
    • Recommendation letter.
    • Ongoing Services
    • Tours (Inquire on this if interested)
    • 24/7 Emergency Contact

    Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Richards Bay Airport

    Transfers to and from Richards Bay Airport for arrival and departure provided. Transport to and from the Sodwana Bay beach as well as around Sodwana is provided.

    Accomodatie

    Volunteers stay at a Dive Lodge which is situated just outside a Wetland reserve. It’s a 5 km drive from the town and a 10 km drive to the beach. The volunteers stay in a shared loft or shared wooden cabins. There are shared ablutions, a shared kitchen, fire area, swimming pool and a restaurant / bar.

    Eten & Drank

    Each week the project takes the volunteers to the grocery store (Spar) in the neighboring town of Mbazwana to buy groceries for the week within the budget. Thereafter they prepare their own food in the shared kitchen. Each night there is a fire prepared by the lodge staff at the fire area so volunteers can barbecue and socialize.

    Internet toegang

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    Vlucht tickets

    De dichtste luchthaven is Richards Bay Airport (RCB) in Richards Bay. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Zuid-Afrika. 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 Zuid-Afrika biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

    Vaccinaties

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

    Gegevens over jouw aankomst

    The project prefers applicant to arrive on the first and third Friday of each month (excluding December).

    Beschikbaarheid
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    Programmakosten

    $1.473 per week 2 - 4 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

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    Duurtijd

    2 - 4 weken

    Aanbetaling

    Reserveer je plek met slechts een paar klikken en een kleine, veilige aanbetaling. Je kunt betalen met creditcard, PayPal of andere handige methoden.


    Restbetaling

    Tijdens de aanmeldingsprocedure spreek je met de lokale organisatie af hoe je de restbetaling doet. Deze restbetaling is pas verschuldigd dichter bij het begin van je reis.

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