GVI: PADI Advanced Open Water and Marine Conservation Teen Volunteer Program in Mexico
If you are between the ages of 15 and 17, and have already earned your PADI Open Water Diver certificate, then you are well on your way to becoming a professional diver. Continue your diver training by joining other teens from around the world on Mexico’s Riviera Maya coast to perfect your diving skills and learn about what it takes to pursue a career in marine conservation. Learn from real marine conservationists about the ongoing projects they set up and manage in Mexico. Some of the projects teens might get involved with include finding out how the recovery of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second largest in the world, is supported by local authorities growing coral fragments in laboratories for later transplantation onto the reef. You may also learn how you can start using a method of coral monitoring designed by the University of Queensland to assist them with conducting research of the effects of climate change and other environmental factors on coral reefs worldwide. You’ll get a chance to walk the famously idyllic Caribbean beaches conducting Endangered sea turtle and plastic pollution research. There will also be an opportunity to learn about the importance of sustainable fishing and coastal mangrove habitats.
You will also visit the region’s iconic cenotes and Mayan ruins along with your new friends. Throughout your stay you will be dining on tacos, quesadillas, and other Mexican delicacies. All teen participants are greeted by GVI staff at their arrival destination and supported throughout their GVI program.
Location(s)
- Mexico
Schedule
- Two weeks in July
Cost/Compensation
- $4,645 (airfare not included)
Eligibility Requirements
- Teenagers between the ages of 15 and 17
Deadline
- Space in programs is limited, so apply by February 29 for optimal selection. Applications will be accepted until programs are full.
Application or Entry Requirements
- Completed online application
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GVI Travel, part of the Global Vision International (GVI) family, is a provider of sustainable travel and volunteer abroad programs. Established in 1997, GVI Travel offers a wide range of immersive experiences in over 20 countries worldwide, focusing on conservation, community development, and education initiatives. Through its partnerships with local organizations and communities, GVI Travel provides participants with the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while gaining valuable skills and insights. Whether participating in marine conservation efforts in Thailand, teaching English in Costa Rica, or supporting wildlife research in South Africa, travelers with GVI are able to make a positive impact while exploring the world responsibly.
