2019 at Dolphin Conservation & Research
from 1,100€
Outstanding 4.9
(16)
Dolphin Conservation & Research
1 - 2 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
Outstanding 4.9
·
Verified by Volunteer World
Moderate response rate
Outstanding 4.9 ·
·
Verified by Volunteer World
·
1 - 2 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
·
Moderate response rate
Highlights
- HANDS ON EXPERIENCES from the boat and land - help in observation and collection of valuable dolphin data
- Help in supervised dolphin photo ID analysis which is a crucial method for the dolphin population dynamics (abundance and distribution)
- Raise awareness by supporting Vivamar's activities for the Dolphin Watching activities in the area which, at the moment, are not sustainable
- Learn the first steps to marine conservation, about different species of Mediterranean megafauna and how they play a key role in the well-being of the entire marine ecosystem
- Have fun in snorkeling, swimming, biking, getting to know like-wise people from all over the world and do great things for the Dolphins along!
Especially good for
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
About the program
Vivamar is an ambassador between dolphins and humans. We research and inspire conservation of the last resident bottlenose dolphins with helping volunteers.
Volunteering for Vivamar represents a fantastic opportunity for you to:
- gain first hand insight into a day in the life of a bottlenose dolphin and all the threats that they face;
- learn about Biology, Ecology and Conservation of Marine Mammals. You can also gain deeper insight into their physiology, ...
Typical day
It represents a mixture of leisure and interesting work, so it is like:
- we have a simple Mediterranean breakfast
- this is followed with a briefing of the daily tasks;
- in the morning we analyze data from the previous encounters: checking and entering all relevant obtained dolphins' data from a ...
Free-time activities
On one of the days within your stay an excursion will be organized to visit Istria from the natural point of view like described above.
On other free hours you can go swimming, snorkeling, biking, hiking, sight-seeing, wine tasting - and other interesting and joyful activities.
If you tend to extend ...
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
Please be invited into the year 2024 research of Dolphins! Your help is of vital importance to conserve and protect dolphins in the area.
TEAM DATES IN 2024 ARE:
- 1st TEAM 25th APR - 5th MAY
- 2nd TEAM 9th MAY - 19th MAY
- 3rd TEAM 23rd MAY - 2nd JUN
- 4th TEAM 6th JUN - 16th JUN
- 5th TEAM 27th JUN - 7th JUL
- 6th TEAM 11th JUL - 21st JUL
- 7th TEAM 1st AUG - 11th AUG
- 8th TEAM 15th AUG - 25th AUG
- 9th TEAM 5th SEP - 15th SEP
- 10th TEAM 26th SEP - 6th OCT
Availability
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Program fees
1 week 4 days (min. stay)
1,100€
2 weeks (max. stay)
1,510€
Average fees
755€/week
Meet your organization
VIVAMAR
Outstanding 4.9
(16 reviews)
Non-profit - founded in 2002
Verified by Volunteer World
Moderate response rate
Coordinated by
Darja
Spoken languages: English
About the project
As a volunteer with Vivamar you’ll help in conservation and research of the last resident bottlenose dolphins in the off Istria, NE Adriatic Sea.
16 reviews · 4.9
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