Volunteer Programme – Cetacean Research & Conservation, Algoa Bay, South Africa
BANA – Bay Action Network Alliance is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to conservation projects in the Algoa Bay area in Port Elizabeth (Gqberha), South Africa. In particular, its research focuses on the Algoa Bay area and the Addo submarine canyons off the continental shelf, an area of high cetacean diversity where numerous species have been recorded. Through a collaboration with Raggy Charters, the oldest eco-whale watching company in the region, BANA offers an international volunteer programme combining marine conservation, wildlife monitoring, environmental education, ecotourism, cultural exchange and life by the ocean. Volunteers work alongside marine biologists and the marine guides and become involved in ongoing field activities and conservation projects. Research activities include marine mammal sighting and effort data collection, wildlife photography and photo-identification. Collected data contribute to long-term research on cetacean populations, distribution, migration patterns, behaviour and conservation. Volunteers may also assist with boat operations, environmental education, guest interaction and other conservation activities. No previous experience is required, as guidance is provided by the team. Volunteer Program Details: · Location: Port Elizabeth (Gqberha) - South Africa · Accommodation: shared house in Seaview - see more here https://www.raggycharters.co.za/page/accommodation · Duration: 1,2 or 3 months · Program fee: required, please see the pdf for full information The program includes shared accommodation, shared car, fuel, vehicle maintenance and insurance, scheduled boat trips and marine excursions, volunteer guidance, participation in conservation and educational activities, airport pick-up/drop-off. *Not included*: international flights, medical insurance, food and personal groceries. How to Apply: Send an email with the object "Volunteer application", with a short introduction of yourself, your Curriculum vitae and your availability (number of months and preferred period) to [email protected] FULL PDF PROGRAM INFORMATION https://www.bayaction.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/International-Programme.pdf : More information about BANA here: Website: https://www.bayaction.org.za/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bana.npo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bay-action-network-alliance-bana More information about Raggy Charters here: Website: https://www.raggycharters.co.za/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raggycharters LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/raggycharters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14uYQyhWNdV/?mibextid=wwXIfr ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Serena Ghirlandi, BANA Project manager Mar Ribé Julià, BANA Project manager [email protected]
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