Gapforce

Earlier this year, I completed an incredible experience with the Thailand Marine Conservation Program. While many in our group participated for a gap year, my goal was to earn my divemaster certification and deepen my understanding of conservation efforts to apply back home. The vibrant marine life and unique ecosystems were incredible and made me fall inlove with the ocean all over again. Overall, this program was a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow both as a diver and a conservationist. ...

I did the 4 week course and couldn’t recommend highly enough. Jade led a driven and passionate eco-team which it was inspiring to be a part of. She delivered interesting and high-quality tuition on multiple aspects of marine ecology and then we got the opportunity to apply some of these principles in specific eco-dives, participating in exciting current projects and even designing and conducting our own project. Dive instructor Ciara gave exemplary diving tuition and it was amazing to explore th...

Going into this trip I was so nervous and had little idea of what to expect, but it truly was the best two months of my life! I’ve come away with the most wonderful memories, experiences and friends for life, I’d go back and do it all again tomorrow. The day trips, volunteering, and cultural experiences were really second to none and fulfilled everything anyone would hope to do when travelling to South East Asia- it’s a really great way to see that part of the world without the added stress ...