Expedition dates & costs 2026

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Our volunteer expeditions

Join us for an experience that goes beyond volunteering. Our expeditions offer a unique opportunity to live alongside a Filipino coastal community, gaining insight into daily island life while contributing to meaningful marine conservation work. By working alongside our local team, you will gain a deeper understanding of the social, environmental, and cultural dimensions of protecting marine ecosystems.

What will I do on an expedition?

Dates Info

2026 Expedition Dates

9th May
1st August
7th November
6th June
5th September
5th December
4th July
3rd October

Expedition Costs

NOTE: Prices shown below are for land-based expeditions only. Please contact us for diving prices.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Stays for longer than 12 weeks are possible. Please contact us to discuss this in more detail.
  • In some cases it is possible for us to accommodate stays that lie between 4, 8,or 12 weeks (e.g. 6, 10 etc). Just let us know how long you have in mind on your Online Application Form or when you have a call with us.

Introduction to Community Conservation

 

€1300

Dive into Conservation​ ​

FROM
€2185

Community Conservation Internship​​

FROM
€4505

What is included?

  • Most of all, the chance to work alongside our dedicated on-site Filipino team, as part of a ‘grass-roots’ marine conservation organisation.
  • Any applicable pre-departure materials and support
  • Home-stay accommodation in a local community household (individual accommodation in bungalow/resort is possible at extra cost)
  • Breakfast & Lunch each day, unlimited water, tea, coffee. Excludes any days off.
  • Comprehensive in-country logistical support
  • Full support and guidance (from our locally employed team) as you work closely with the local community on a variety of on going initiatives.
  • Your own People and the Sea t-shirt!

What is not included?

  • Return travel costs to the island of Malapascua, Cebu, Philippines
  • Personal emergency medical and dive insurance (mandatory)
  • Any required Philippines VISA costs (only applicable if you intend to join us for more than one month)
  • Membership fee to join our charity/association (15 Euros)

Why join People and the Sea for an expedition?