Marine Conservation Expedition in Mexico for experienced divers – Mahahual

Vacancy: Marine Conservation Expedition in Mexico for experienced divers – Mahahual
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:

Improve your scuba diving skills and learn marine survey techniques by joining GVI’s marine conservation expedition in the Mayan village of Mahahual. At this new centre you will receive comprehensive training and increase you knowledge of marine habitats and conservation. Rescue Diver, Dive Master and PADI speciality courses are also available. Daily activities include coral and fish surveys and awareness projects in the local community. Expedition members are needed for 5 – 15 weeks and internships are also available. This expedition follows on from the success of GVI’s Marine Research Expedition in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve at Pez Maya and continues to support and assist the work of local non-profits including Amigos de Sian Ka’an (ASK), the local state university of Quintana Roo (UQROO), and the National Commission for the Conservation of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP), as well as international NGO’s and universities on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef Survey.

Highlights
Excellent training, beautiful location and great opportunity to work in an important and diverse biosphere reserve and be an active member of a research team.
By participating for 10 weeks or more you will qualify for a FREE Placement as part of the GVI Career Opportunities program. Contact GVI for more information.