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Thailand Marine Conservation

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Lying in the crystal-clear tropical waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Tao’s abundant and diverse coral reefs offer some of the finest scuba diving found anywhere on the planet! The perfect location to maximize your diving and reef ecology experience, this exciting and in-depth program has been specifically designed for volunteers wishing to engage in marine conservation activities that protect, ...

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Program Highlights

Become an experienced and qualified diver – no prior diving experience required!

Gain a thorough, in-depth knowledge and understanding of reef ecology and conservation.

Work on several underwater research, monitoring, and marine conservation projects.

Enjoy island life on one of Thailand’s most popular backpacker hangouts!

Become a fully qualified Divemaster (12-week program only).

Quick Details

Locations
  • Koh Tao, Thailand
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Cost Per Week$600-900
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation
  • Eco-Tourism
  • Environment
  • Marine Conservation
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Gap YearYET 2023Go Overseas Community Choice Award - Top Rated in Safety 2022CanGapYear Out GroupDuke of Edinbrugh

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.2

Total Reviews

5

Just an incredible experience

by: Andries Brummer - NamibiaProgram: Thailand Marine Conservation
9

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. ...

Our Rescue Diver Team featuring Instructor Frankie.Just some loveOur weekend Cleanup team (honestly still some of my favorite dives) fraturing Biologists Jade and Ciara.

Overall Fantastic Experience

by: Tom Hollingsworth - United KingdomProgram: Thailand Marine Conservation
10

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...

Arriving at one of the dive sites.Sairee Beach, right next to the dive shop.Night dive as part of advanced open water qualification.

Couldn’t recommend enough!

by: Anna Martin-Williams - United KingdomProgram: Thailand Marine Conservation
10

I spent an amazing two months doing this marine conservation programme. The quality of teaching for both the diving and ecological sides of the programme was incredibly high and done with a lot of care. I would really recommend this to anyone considering it. Particular thanks to instructors Jade and Ciara for making the experience as great as it was.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Koh Tao, Thailand

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation
  • Eco-Tourism

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Cost per week

$600-900

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)

Accommodation Options

  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Physical Exam/Health Records

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