Diving and Marine Conservation Trip
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Ages: 13+
Duration: 5 Days
Help us protect our ocean through hands-on marine conservation action!
Reef Conservation International empowers you to take an active role in directly protecting and conserving the oceans that we love via our marine conservation projects and environmental education and awareness program. ReefCI’s conservation work is funded through environmentally minded eco-volunteers, like yourself, who come to our unique island in Belize to assist in our marine conservation projects that protect the underwater world we love. Without your help and funding, ReefCI would not be possible. Our volunteers truly are the change they wish to see in the world. Join us and make a difference!
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What Will I Be Doing?
Each week/day will differ, but you will be helping and participating in the following areas:
Invasive Species Control: You can save coral reef ecosystems by spearfishing the invasive lionfish! Lionfish are an invasive species that threaten native reef fishes and corals. It’s fun and a win for the environment! Watch this short YouTube video to experience Invasive Species Removal with ReefCI.
Sea Turtle Conservation: Protect endangered sea turtles through nest preparation & monitoring, hatchling rescue & release, habitat restoration, data collection, and education. Baby sea turtles are sooo cute! Sea turtle conservation activities are only available April thru November. Click here to see our detailed sea turtle program description and itinerary. Watch this short YouTube video to experience Sea Turtle Conservation with ReefCI.
Marine Conservation Education: Learn about coral reefs and marine animals and discover how we can protect our reefs and animals that call the ocean home through our educational presentations. Presentations are very informative and for the nerd in all of us😊
Biodiversity Identification Dives: Participate in our identification dives (reef fish, sea turtles, sharks, invertebrates, coral) to increase your knowledge and understanding of reef ecosystems. Be more than just a scuba diver, embrace the awesomeness of mother nature’s diversity and get to know ocean creatures!
Whale Shark Diving: Dive or snorkel with the largest fish in the ocean! Watch this short YouTube video, Whale Sharking with ReefCI to see it in action. Please note, we do not guarantee whale shark sightings but if you are lucky enough to dive with one – it is magical!!
Beach Clean-ups: Weekly beach and island trash/plastic removal on islands of the Belize Barrier Reef. Feel good by doing good!
Depending on the season and length of stay you might not take part in all of these activities above, but it is a good bet that you will experience most of them. Check out our video library to see all our videos to get an overall feel of what you can expect!
Our island is located on the second largest reef system in the world – the Belize Barrier Reef. Our reef is home to vibrant corals and countless species of colorful reef fish. Dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, spotted eagle rays, barracudas, and groupers are very common too. Several times a year we will spot giant manta rays as well as whale sharks – the largest fish in the world! Whale sharks and manta rays are rare, but if you are lucky enough to dive with one – it is magical!!
What Is Included?
- 5 days/4 nights on a private island in the Caribbean off the coast of Belize
- 3 meals daily during dive week
- 12-13 dives per week
- At least one night dive a week
- Training for conservation work and participation in our conservation projects
- Island boat transfers to and from island
- Accommodations while on the island (Monday thru Friday)
What Is Not Included?
- Flights to Placencia, Belize
- Wetsuit, fins, booties, dive mask (must bring your own)
- Scuba regulator & BCD not included (rental fee is 45 USD per week). No charge if you bring your own scuba regulator & BCD.
- Sapodilla Caye Marine Park Fees: 35 USD per week
- Optional alcohol and soda/pop while on the island (2-5 USD per drink)
- Optional PADI certification courses you would like to take while on the island
Marine Conservation Education Program Schedule and Weekly Itinerary
What Marine Life Will I See and How is the Diving?
In short, Belize is world-renowned for its fantastic diving and marine life! Visibility in Belize can reach depths of more than 30 meters (100 feet). Don’t take our word for it – join us and come see for yourself!
Is This Trip For Me?
How Much Will I Be Volunteering?
Please check out our Google reviews to see what former reefci volunteers have said about their experience!
Scuba Certification and Diving with ReefCI
We Have Lots To Offer On The Island When Not Diving!
- Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Kayaking
- Snorkeling
- Fishing from the island
- Conservation help (dissections, data collection)
- Volleyball and badminton
- Great food and lots of hammock time!
- Further your dive course training with us with optional PADI courses
Travel Details and Schedule
Weekend Accommodations
Weekend Activities and Tours
Individually, We Are One Drop. Together, We Are An Ocean!
Availability Schedule and Duration of Stay
Minimum Age to Participate
- Certified Divers & Those Wanting To Be Certified: $995