Reef Check/Biosphere Expeditions EcoExpedition: Maldives

EXPEDITION COST:
€2980 (approx. £2571 | US$3160 | AU$4926)

EXPEDITION DATE:
October 5 – 11, 2024

Introduction

This marine volunteering expedition with SCUBA diving will take you to the beautiful 26 coral atolls that make up the Republic of Maldives. Based on a very luxurious and modern liveaboard yacht, you will help marine biologists study and protect the Maldives’ spectacular coral reefs and resident whale shark population. All this because the Maldives government identified a need for further research and monitoring work as far back as 1997. Biosphere Expeditions is addressing this need with your help and will train you as a Reef Check EcoDiver. With this qualification you will then gather important reef and whale shark data.

For more information about the Maldives EcoExpedition and how to sign up, please visit:

https://www.biosphere-expeditions.org/volunteeringinmaldives

Dive into Citizen Science with Submerge & Reef Check in the Red Sea

EXPEDITION COST:
$3,495 Double Occupancy

EXPEDITION DATE:
July 5 – 12, 2025

  • World-Class Diving: Explore the vibrant reefs and diverse marine life of the Red Sea.
  • Expert Guidance: Learn from and work alongside accomplished marine biologist Dr. Ahmed Shawky PhD during the entire trip.
  • Impactful Storytelling: Dive and connect with Linden Wolbert, Justin Lutsky and Abbey Blake who will be documenting your citizen science training, exploration and accomplishments throughout the voyage. We look forward to learning with you!
  • Reef Check EcoDiver Certification: Learn to identify key indicators of fish, invertebrates, and substrates to assess coral reef health by collecting data for coral reef management and conservation and become a fully certified Reef Check EcoDiver.
  • CoralWatch Training: Learn to quantify coral health and bleaching using the CoralWatch Health Chart.
  • Marine Mammal Observation: Learn to professionally monitor whales, dolphins, and other marine mammals to help reduce the negative impact of operations on marine wildlife.
  • Underwater Laser Photogrammetry: Learn about this unique tool to measure the body length of marine megafauna without disturbing the animals.
  • Citizen Science: Participate in meaningful conservation work with Reef Check.
  • Luxury Accommodations: Relax in comfort aboard the My Turquoise boat.
  • Community and Connection: Share this incredible experience with like-minded divers.

For more information about the Red Sea EcoExpedition and how to sign up, please visit:

https://www.submergeunderwater.com/redsea-2025-reef-check