Join
International Volunteer HQ, the world’s leading volunteer travel organization, and support the
Marine Conservation Volunteer Program in Belize.
On this program, set on a tiny private island in the Caribbean, you will have the opportunity to help conserve and preserve the stunning marine environment. Volunteers will scuba dive at least twice a day in various locations to assist local marine biologists to gather data, conduct surveys and remove invasive species.
On the Belize program, you will stay on a small private island in a volunteer house. The accommodation on the island is comfortable but basic. Bedrooms are located in the main house or in cabanas.
The program has
start dates every Monday throughout the year.
This program ranges from 1-8 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. Detailed pricing information for your duration is available
on our website.
Your Impact
Volunteers can expect to take part in 12-13 dives each week which will be a combination of both shore dives and boat dives. This usually works out to be two dives on Monday, three dives on Tuesday through to Thursday, one dive on Friday, and at least one night dive.
On the Marine Conservation project activities vary depending on the season, but can include:
- Learning how to use spearfishing to control the invasive, reef-destroying Lionfish
- Discovering the wonders of the marine world on biodiversity identification dives where you’ll see a plethora of fish, sharks, sea turtles, coral and invertebrates
- Monitoring coral reef bleaching
- Learning how to protect reefs and marine animals from a warming planet
- Whale shark research: Monitoring and reporting on these giants of the ocean
- Weekly beach and island trash and plastic removal on islands of the Belize Barrier Reef
Program Highlights
IVHQ’s Belize programs are available year-round, starting every Monday.
IVHQ provides the most affordable and
top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on
our website.
You’ll be joining a global network of 123,000+ volunteers backed by the world’s leading team of volunteer travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.
Support impact-driven volunteer projects run by locals within your host community.
Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.
Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.
How to Apply
- Select your start date & duration: All IVHQ volunteer programs are available year-round and you can choose to volunteer for durations on this program ranging from 1 to 8 weeks.
- Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Registration Fee.
- Pay your Program Fee: This is only due 30 days before your program starts.
Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 14 days before you start.
