Ocean Conservation

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1 - 12 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+

rating  Goed 4.2  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
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Highlights

  • Contribute to Ocean Protection in Barcelona
  • Discover and explore a vibrant city full of new experiences
  • Learn Spanish and practice with locals

Highlights

  • Contribute to Ocean Protection in Barcelona
  • Discover and explore a vibrant city full of new experiences
  • Learn Spanish and practice with locals
  • Meet people from all over the world and understand more about their cultures
  • Create memories you will never forget!


  • Vooral geschikt voor

    Leeftijd 18+
    Alleenstaanden
    Koppels
    Families
    Groepen
    50+

    Over het programma

    As an ocean conservation volunteer, you’ll be using and improving your scuba diving skills while being actively involved in restoring the natural ecosystem.

    Marine Conservation volunteers provide support to underwater clean-up efforts, helping to reduce ocean pollution and conserve marine life. As an ocean conservation volunteer, you’ll be using and improving your scuba diving skills while being actively involved in restoring the natural state of the ...

    Over het programma

    Marine Conservation volunteers provide support to underwater clean-up efforts, helping to reduce ocean pollution and conserve marine life. As an ocean conservation volunteer, you’ll be using and improving your scuba diving skills while being actively involved in restoring the natural state of the marine ecosystem of the Mediterranean. 


    When having no diving experience, volunteers will have to gain some before engaging in any underwater conservation activities. The Program Fee covers the cost of the required online and in-person training, full scuba equipment, and volunteer supervision from an experienced dive instructor. All volunteers are able to take internationally recognized diving certifications. 
    It is recommended to stay at least 2 weeks to guarantee the Open Water certification as it depends on weather conditions and 1 week might not be enough. 
    Depending on your current diving experience and the length of your stay you’ll complete a certification ranging from Open Water Diver to Rescue Diver with dozens of dives and specialties. The project works with a local diving school, therefore you are always supervised by an experienced dive instructor.

    By joining this project you’ll become part of a worldwide movement of passionate people dealing with the global challenge of litter and the impact human development is having on the marine environment. All efforts on the project work towards the vision of healthier oceans, thriving ecosystems and a clean coastline. 
    As part of this, your tasks as a volunteer can include collecting trash from the sea, logging information on items collected, learning more about the marine ecosystem and how to protect it, and observing and identifying fish. 

    Please, note in your application when you apply for the program if you have any existing dive certifications.


    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    After the initial orientation day, you will have a morning or afternoon shift at your placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. Please note that start times and daily workload depends on the project that you are participating on. 

    A typical schedule is as follows:
    7 – 8 am | ...

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    After the initial orientation day, you will have a morning or afternoon shift at your placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. Please note that start times and daily workload depends on the project that you are participating on. 

    A typical schedule is as follows:
    7 – 8 am | Breakfast at the volunteer accommodation 
    8 am | Travel to the diving center to join local placement staff and get training and dive.
    13.30 pm | Lunch is served at the accommodation. In the morning you can grab a “packed lunch” to have in the city or at your placement
    2 – 7 pm | Explore the city, relax, attend Spanish language lessons or enroll other activities
    8 – 10 pm | Dinner at the accommodation. After dinner you will have the remainder of the evening free to relax and use as you wish. 

    Note: Monday’s welcome session and city tour happen in the first week. The following weeks it’s a regular day of volunteering.  


    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Spain is a country with a long historical and cultural heritage being reflected on the food, architecture, people and language. Its second biggest city, 

    Barcelona, is an enchanting seaside city with boundless culture, fabled architecture, sun-drenched beaches and picturesque ...

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Spain is a country with a long historical and cultural heritage being reflected on the food, architecture, people and language. Its second biggest city, 

    Barcelona, is an enchanting seaside city with boundless culture, fabled architecture, sun-drenched beaches and picturesque neighbourhoods. Combine relaxing, exploring, meeting people and enjoying the weather. 

    Every month there's a different celebration or main event in the city. If you happen to be around, check the festivities calendar for that month! Most likely there will be vibrant happenings.


    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)

    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 09:00 - 13:00

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten door ImpacTrip

    What’s included?

    - Pick up at the international airport in Barcelona (when arrival is on the weekend) & public transportation transfer to the accommodation - Sunday 

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

    If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    - Accommodation at a dormitory at a social hostel, female dormitory or mixed dormitory with a private bathroom; bed sheets are provided

    - Two meals a day everyday: Breakfast and lunch (Local style. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and meals for lactose-intolerant are also available upon request)

    - Shared use of the common room, outdoor area, and free WIFI

    - Orientation event on arrival (including an introduction to Spain and Spanish culture, volunteer experience, an overview of programs, practical information, and safety guidelines)

    - Responsible guided city tour

    - The best tips to discover the city!

    - Allocation and coordination of a work placement in an impactful non-profit project

    - Introduction on the first day of volunteering

    - Ongoing support throughout the stay

    - 24h/7 emergency support

    Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

    If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    We will reach out to you by WhatsApp a few days before your start date to connect

    Accomodatie

    You will stay accommodated in a social hostel with a meaningful social mission in Barcelona city.  The Hostel has the capacity to accommodate up to 320 conscious travelers who want to visit Barcelona in a responsible way.  
    There are various common areas such as dining room, living room, room balconies and outside areas.  

    The hostel is in a neighborhood where you can find everything you need: a mall, local coffee shops, supermarkets, ATMs, hospital, police and most utilities you will need just around the corner. The Hostel is 5 minutes walking from the metro stop and has many buses and a tranvia running by that can bring you to the city center in 10 minutes.

    But what is really unique about it is its social concept. The hostel is actually a social business for a non-profit ran in the same building. The non-profit develops a wide range of programs, campaigns and activities for children and youth, their families and third sector organizations

    Eten & Drank

    We will provide breakfast and lunch at the hostel everyday. The hostel restaurant offers meals with fresh local ingredients everyday for all volunteers in a very Spanish style and they are prepared to accommodate most diet restrictions such as vegan and vegetarians, gluten-free and lactose intolerant.

    For dinner, you can either explore the city or use the kitchen at the accommodation :)

    Internet toegang

    Makkelijke toegang op de project site

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Vlucht tickets

    De dichtste luchthaven is Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) in Barcelona. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Spanje. 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 Spanje biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

    Vaccinaties

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

    Gegevens over jouw aankomst

    Our Barcelona programs start on the Sunday before the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month AND every Sunday from May to the end of August.
    Beschikbaarheid
    jan. feb. mrt. apr. mei. jun. jul. aug. sep. okt. nov. dec.

    Programmakosten

    1 week (min. verblijf) 1.460€
    2 weken 2.235€
    3 weken 3.010€
    4 weken 3.785€
    5 weken 4.560€
    6 weken 5.335€
    7 weken 6.110€
    8 weken 6.885€
    9 weken 7.660€
    10 weken 8.435€
    11 weken 9.210€
    12 weken (max. verblijf) 9.985€
    Gemiddelde kosten 1.146€/week

    Programmakosten

    1.146€ per week 1 - 12 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

    Betaalmethodes

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    Duurtijd

    1 - 12 weken

    Waarborg

    De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.


    Finale betaling

    Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door ImpacTrip gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.


    Ontmoet je organisatie

    ImpacTrip

    Goed 4.2 rating (70 beoordelingen)

    Agentschap - opgericht in 2015

    Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

      Zeer hoog Responsgraad

    Gepresenteerd door

    Cristiana

    Gesproken talen: Engels, Spaans, Portugees

    Over de organisatie

    ImpacTrip is a social enterprise that promotes Responsible Travel Experiences in Portugal, Spain and Croatia.

    Ontmoet je organisatie

    ImpacTrip is a social business internationally certified as B-Corp that promotes Responsible Travel Experiences in Portugal, Spain and Croatia.

    Founded in 2015 by two dedicated social entrepreneurs that want to change the way people travel, ImpacTrip aims at combining the best of travel with a positive social and environmental impact.

    We really want travelers to have the most unique and meaningful travel experiences.

    We offer short-term Travel Experiences across our country that allow you and other Responsible Travelers to connect with the locals, experience the culture and contribute in a positive way to the local communities.

    We also offer long-term volunteer programs in which you can dedicate 1 to 12 weeks volunteering for local non-profits for a specific cause while meeting people from all over the world.

    Since 2015 we've received people from over 50+ different nationalities that contributed with over 30.000 hours of volunteer work to support over 300 non-profits.

    70 beoordelingen · rating4.2

    Weston Wright rating5

    2022 at Ocean Conservation

    I had a wonderful time with this program, the two coordinators Clara and Joana were amazing and really made the trip! The minute I touched down in Barcelona Clara was there to pick me up and show me around and I knew I was in good hands. The program itself was very rewarding and special being ...
    Patrick Thomas rating5

    2022 at Ocean Conservation

    Definitely one of the best 4 weeks of my life! Not only was the program itself amazing but the ImpacTrip co-ordinators Joana and Clara were excellent and offered support whenever needed! The diving itself was unbelievable and the instructors were both patient and helpful- (I had no previous diving ...
    Ellie D rating4.2

    2022 at Ocean Conservation

    I was part of the marine conservation project in Barcelona for 5 weeks. While I felt that the volunteer project itself at times wasn’t as impactful as I was hoping (workload was variable & changed often), I made lifelong friends and learned so much. I gained independence through becoming ...
    Stig Ellermann rating3.6

    2021 at Ocean Conservation

    Here comes my review on 10 days connection to the maritime conservation project in Barcelona: 1. I was not aware that I could become the only adult in the project me being 60 with the next being 25 and probably an average counting me out about 20. 2. I had a wonderfull time among the yungsters ...
    Laura Salvisberg rating1.6

    2021 at Ocean Conservation

    ***English Version below*** Leider sehr enttäuschend!!! Unterkunft: dreckig! Food: alles in Plastik und schmeckt nach nichts!! Tauchbasis: 1Stunde 30 von der Unterkunft entfernt! Wer hier tauchen lernen möchte, wird nie wieder tauchen wollen!! Eine Unverschämtheit!! Ich kann und möchte nicht ...
    Alba Gala Torrero rating5

    2024 at Youth Supporter

    I recommend this experience to absolutely anyone, it was the best of my life. The first week my placement was in a Skatepark in Cascais, so I had to catch a train and then a bus. Although it was good and the commute was fine, I didn't feel comfortable at the beggining so I asked to switch to a ...

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