Island Biodiversity Surveying Citizen Science Project in Seychelles
Have the adventure of a lifetime while contributing to sustainable conservation management.
Durations:Â 2 - 12 weeks
35 hrs of fieldwork per week
1:6 staff to participant ratio
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Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
Program information
Participate in ongoing citizen science data collection projects and learn scientific techniques for conducting biodiversity surveys across the beautiful island of Mahe. Seychelles is home to several unique and threatened marine species, including hawksbill and green sea turtles, and several other marine megafauna, bird and reptile species, all of which are the focus of intensive conservation research efforts.
Grants available for up to GBP5,000!
Get a GVI Foundation Grant of up to 80% on conservation programs. Everyone is invited to apply by 30 Apr.
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Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
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Experience Thérèse Island’s coastal trails
Sauzier waterfall hike and jungle picnic
Paddleboard across the bay
Hike through lush forests and across rocky plateaus
Drift through the reef on a night dive or snorkel
Learn about rare and endemic species of plants
Swim at a secret beach
PADI AWARE Dive Against Debris (or snorkel)
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