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Great White Sharks Project in South Africa
 
The Great White Sharks placement is a unique opportunity to view the Great White Shark in its natural environment, either from a boat or an underwater cage. You may also see other wildlife species, including Cape Gannets, Bryde Whales, Cape Fur Seals, Dolphins and Jackass Penguins. Monitoring great white sharks in South Africa

On this placement in South Africa, you'll learn a lot about the Great White and then be able to put that knowledge to use by assisting in conservation and research into this awesome animal. You'll receive training in White Shark biology, research, shark behaviour, conservation, changing attitudes, basic seamanship (includes anchoring positions, & wind directions), underwater filming, still photography and shark tourism.
  • The aims of the volunteer programme are:

    Basic seamanship (includes anchoring positions, wind directions, currents)
    Cage diving procedures, including cage inspection
    Observing white sharks from above & below the water
    Daily lectures on basic shark biology and behaviour
    Education on how to film white sharks
    Participation in data recording and weekly collation
    On bad weather days, local excursions could include Cape Aghulhas, Hermanus, Betty's Bay and the Birkenhead
    Weather permitting, you will go kelp snorkelling near Dyer Island
  • You will also be taught how to get in and out of the cage and how to remain secure and safe in the cage. Participants in the cages will record observations of the White Sharks, including sex, size, markings and behaviour.

    This training is designed to educate you to a level of competence of a field assistant. This is excellent experience if you are looking at a career in marine tourism, marine research, eco tourism or an amazing & educational adventure for those wishing to learn more about the Great White Shark.

  • You will share a house near the beach, which can accommodate up to 8 volunteers. There is a kitchen, dining area and living room with TV and internet access. Lunch is included with volunteers’ often preparing evening meals or eating in town. The local town has a few shops, post office & bars. Laundry facilities are available for volunteers.


  • This project is flexible and is available all year round, starting on the 1st and 15th of every month. Please contact us with your desired start dates and we will check availability.

    2 Weeks £1095
    3 Weeks £1595
    4 Weeks £1995

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