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Tanzania - Dolphin and Marine Conservation

by: GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

9.75 (4)Verified

Come and take part in this tropical island adventure in and around the white sand beaches of the matchless archipelago of Zanzibar, just off the Tanzanian coast in East Africa. Participants live in Jambiani and work primarily in Kizimkazi. With up to fourteen other volunteers, you will research and protect bottle-nose and humpback dolphins as well as fish, birds, whales (seasonal), and other marin...

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Quick Details

Locations
  • Zanzibar, Tanzania
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation
  • Culture
  • Marine Conservation
  • Senior Citizens
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - Intern Abroad ProgramTop Rated Provider 2023 - Notable MentionInnovation in Sustainability Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.75

Total Reviews

4
10

For me it was several things that will forever be with me even after my participation with program. It was the guidance and teaching of kids from another school abroad while doing a survey underwater that really stuck with me. I am beyond confident and reliable on my skills in the water and guiding others too and even though I was the youngest volunteer in the marine program, I felt like I was truly recognised not only as an authority figure but also as someone who has good talent in their passi...

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization responded to this reviewSeptember 26, 2024

Hey Ian / Allyson Thanks so much for sharing! It’s awesome to hear how much your confidence grew, especially guiding others underwater. Being recognized for your talents at such a young age is a huge accomplishment, and it sounds like you truly ma...

I am thankful for the opportunity

by: Sara FryProgram: Tanzania - Dolphin and Marine Conservation
10

I wanted a chance to volunteer in a way that was totally different from my work. I got that, and I am thankful for the opportunity. Zanzibar is beautiful, the people I met were kind, and I had a wonderful time. The dolphin research was really wonderful to be a part of, and I also really enjoyed getting to know the local staff - really good people.

I had a wonderful time

by: Sara FryProgram: Tanzania - Dolphin and Marine Conservation
10

I wanted a chance to volunteer in a way that was totally different from my work. I got that, and I am thankful for the opportunity. Zanzibar is beautiful, the people I met were kind, and I had a wonderful time. The dolphin research was really wonderful to be a part of, and I also really enjoyed getting to know the local staff - really good people.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Zanzibar, Tanzania

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Safari
  • Scuba
  • Snorkeling

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • 1 Year
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 1-2 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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