Dates and Costs - Volunteer Expeditions

Expedition dates & costs 2023

We are proud to be restarting our volunteer programme. Find out some of the key details here.

Resumption of volunteer expeditions

It has been a long time coming, but we are very pleased to finally announce that we are restarting our volunteer operations in the Philippines.

As challenging as they have been, the last two years have also proved to be an exciting time with the establishment of a new operational site on the provincial island of Biliran.

However, please note, at this time we are only able to accept NON-DIVING volunteers on our site on Malapascua. We are working hard to restart diving as soon as possible but it does present additional logistical challenges.

For those who wish to dive, there will still be opportunities to do so in your own time with any of the dive centres found on the island.

What will I do on an expedition?

Expedition Dates

Below is a list of expedition dates for the remainder of 2023. If you are interested in dates beyond this... don't worry! Just send us an email!
Importantly, the dates listed below are expedition start dates - usually the first Saturday of each month. We do ask that you arrive on site on the day indicated. It is very difficult for us to accommodate later arrivals. If this poses a significant problem, please discuss with us further.
You may choose to travel to Malapascua prior to your expedition start date. Again, please note that it is unlikely that we will be able to start your expedition earlier than the agreed date. However, you are free to use your time to explore the island.
We will of course provide you with full details regarding planning, logistics and travel for your expedition prior to your departure.
Our minimum expedition length is FOUR WEEKS.

5th May

4th June

1st July

5th August

2nd September

7th October

Expedition Costs

€ 980

€ 1800

€ 2400

PLEASE NOTE: 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 the humber of weeks you have in mind on your Online Application Form or when you gave a call with us.

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)

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Expedition dates & costs 2023

We are proud to be restarting our volunteer programme. Find out some of the key details here.

Resumption of volunteer expeditions

What will I do on an expedition?

Expedition Dates

Expedition Costs

4 WEEKS

8 WEEKS

12 WEEKS

What is included?

What is not included?

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