City/State: Tulum Country: MEXICO Scuba Beginner Marine Conservation in Mexico REQUEST MORE INFORMATION »» Global Vision International 3 High Street St Albans Herts UNITED KINGDOM AL3 4ED Phone: 01727 250 250 www.gvi.co.uk Program description: Learn to scuba dive on this unique expedition and earn yourself an internationally recognized PADI dive qualification in the Caribbean waters of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Take part in important marine conservation work on the world’s second largest barrier reef, participate in reef monitoring surveys, turtle nesting and crocodile surveys, as well as community education and sustainable tourism development projects in the local communities. In addition to the dive training, you will have the chance to learn a great deal about this tropical marine environment, learn a little Spanish and partake in expeditions to a wide variety of exotic destinations in this beautiful and historically rich area. You will be based at the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, and learn about the diverse wildlife living both above and below the waves. *How this program makes a difference* The data GVI obtains at the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve provides an invaluable baseline to assess the health of reefs found in pristine locations. Since the inception of this expedition, and with the assistance of their partner organizations, GVI have amassed one of the largest existing databases related to the condition, health and changes of any section of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. This data is now being used by GVI and its partners to promote the management of the reserve’s resources in a more sustainable manner. Highlights     Live and work on a remote jungle base     Learn to scuba dive     Participate in monitoring dives     Get your PADI Cavern Diver training     Learn about the reef and how to identify fish and coral     See dolphins, sharks or manatees     Participate in night monitoring of turtles laying eggs     Enjoy cultural visits to Mayan ruins     Learn some basic Spanish General program information: Program open to: Everyone Age range: 18 -65 Travel to site: Independent Travel Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Varies No. in group: 22 plus staff Living arrangements on the program: Varies, Tents/Rustic Accommodation, Group living What are the dates of this program: Expeditions depart throughout the year, visit our website for upcoming start dates. Benefits and advantages of the program: * PADI Dive Qualifications - Included GVI provides an exceptional standard of training in many internationally recognized qualifications. Included in this expedition are PADI Open Water and Advanced Open Water, the GVI PADI Coral Reef Research Diver Distinctive Specialty, and an optional PADI Cavern Diver certification. * Optional PADI Qualifications - Additional There are 2 additional PADI certifications you can choose to participate in, but do note that these require additional payment to the local dive centers: PADI Divemaster and Rescue Diving including Emergency First Response Certification. * College Credit Colleges throughout North America have granted college credit for this GVI Expedition. Consult the College Credit page in the Resources section of the GVI website for more information. * Internships and Field Work By participating in a 10 week expedition you will be eligible to apply for an Internship or Job working in the field with GVI. Cost or price of this program: From £1575 / $3150 for 5 weeks Typical person for this program: There is no typical volunteer! All expedition members must be enthusiastic, interested in conservation and prepared to work in a team. Qualifications required: No previous diving experience, marine survey or foreign language skills are required as GVI run a comprehensive training programme designed to give Expedition members all the skills necessary for expedition life. Expedition members must be able to pass a medical examination to prove they are physically fit to dive, although there are also limited opportunities for you to attend as non diving participants if circumstances dictate.  All Expedition members will have to complete a swim test on arrival at the expedition base (unaided 200m surface swim followed by a 10 min float, and a 300m swim with snorkel, mask and fins followed by a 10 min float, both in the open sea environment).  Everyone must be able to work as part of a team and have a strong interest in wildlife and conservation.  Participants must also be very enthusiastic, adventurous, have a good sense of humour and be respectful of the host country's environment and cultures. Application process Involves: Visit our website and apply on line, a member of GVI staff will contact you to ensure your place in the field. 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