Marine Conservation Expedition in Mexico for beginner divers – Pez Maya

Vacancy: Marine Conservation Expedition in Mexico for beginner divers – Pez Maya
Company: Global Vision International
Category: Gap year projects (Conservation, Community development, Watersports & diving)

Dates: 5, 10 and 15 week departures throughout the year

Cost: From £1350

Description:

Learn to scuba dive on the world’s second largest barrier reef, experience Mexico and help towards the long term conservation of the Mayan Riviera. GVI’s longest running Marine Conservation expedition in Mexico involves exciting marine research projects combined with local community interaction and breathtaking scenery in the Sian Ka’an biosphere reserve. The remote expedition base at Pez Maya is set in the jungle with views of the Caribbean sea and is ideal for expedition members with no previous scuba diving experience. Activities include; coral reef and fish monitoring, turtle nesting surveys, community education and sustainable development of local tourism. Comprehensive dive and science training is included with an option to become qualified up to PADI Dive Master. This expedition is run in conjunction with and supports the work of CONANP, the government’s National Commission for the Protection of Natural Protected Areas, local NGO ASK and universities. Expedition members are needed for 5 – 15 weeks, internships are also available.