Marine Protection project in Spain, Barcelona!
In this program, you will join a group of local and international volunteers with the goal of exploring, taking action, and protecting marine biodiversity. You will dive to help local organizations safeguard the seabed in Spain.
The program is available for young people from the age of 14 staying with a host family, with trusted local families. This will allow you to fully immerse yourself in Barcelona to learn the language.
This program welcomes families with children aged 14 and older. The project accommodates between 8 and 14 volunteers.
As an ocean conservation volunteer, you will use and develop your scuba diving skills while actively contributing to the restoration of the natural state of marine ecosystems in Catalonia and the broader Mediterranean Sea.
Daily tasks may vary depending on the time of year but may include:
In summary, as a volunteer on this project, you will take part in various marine conservation activities. These include survey dives, scientific dives, emergency dive simulations, and may also involve photographing fish and other marine life.
The program includes all diving equipment. However, if you hold an advanced certification and plan to participate in deep or night dives, you must bring your own dive light.
It is also possible to take part in our youth program from the age of 14. In this project, you will get involved in 2 weeks of marine conservation and 1 week of community and social project. A great opportunity to gain a rich experience in learning, immersion, and discovery.
In addition to the projects, you will attend 2 hours of Spanish classes per week, to improve your level and make real progress.
This program is available all year-round
Duration in weeks | Total mission budget |
|---|---|
2 weeks | 1900 € |
3 weeks | 2450 € |
4 weeks | 3133 € |
5 weeks | 3783 € |
6 weeks | 4433 € |
7 weeks | 5133 € |
8 weeks | 5833 € |
9 weeks | 6533 € |
10 weeks | 7233 € |
11 weeks | 7933 € |
12 weeks | 8633 € |
You will be accommodated in a hostel, apartment, or hotel in Vallvidrera with other project volunteers. The mixed-gender rooms are shared, with 3 to 5 bunk beds.
You will have access to free laundry and dryer services.
Volunteers aged 14 to 17 will stay with a host family at an additional cost. You will be a maximum 2 volunteers per room.
All meals are included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Meals are primarily vegetarian, with occasional meat options. If you have any allergies or food intolerances, please let us know.
A kitchen is available, and ingredients are provided, so volunteers cook together.
You will be supported by an on-site coordinator who will provide guidance, advice, and assistance in navigating the city.
Barcelona is Spain’s second-largest city, known for its excellent quality of life. Famous for its Mediterranean tapas, historic streets, and beaches, you will have plenty of beautiful places to explore during your stay.
For any international project, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness and repatriation, including civil liability for professional activities abroad.
For full protection while studying or interning abroad, you can take out Cap Student insurance online via this link Student insurance abroad | Chapka Assurances, which gives you a 5% discount.
If you choose another insurance provider, we will ask you to send us a copy of your insurance certificate in English.
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