Marine Biology Research and Conservation in the Canary Islands
Contribute to marine biology research and conservation on the idyllic island of Tenerife.
Durations:Â 1 - 12 weeks
35 hrs of fieldwork per week
1:6 staff to participant ratio
Includes GVI ExperiencesBook with confidence
Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
Program information
Join a marine biology research project with a focus on marine mammals when you travel to Spain’s Canary Islands. Based on the island of Tenerife, you’ll work alongside marine biologists, conservationists, scientists and volunteers from around the world. Your role involves contributing to the collection and analysis of data on whales and dolphins, making an impact on marine conservation efforts.
Everyone’s invited. Get up to 80% of your program fees covered.
GVI Foundation Grants are now available for conservation programs abroad. Up to CADÂ 10,000 based on your motivation and circumstances. Apply by 30 Nov.
Book with confidence
Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
Included in your program, at no extra cost.
Make the most of our unique programs with these exclusively curated local adventure and wellness experiences.
Offered once a month, expand your adventure with GVI Experiences. These are just some of the activities offered on your program!
Learn to make delicious Canarian dishes
Tour Old Town Tenerife's 15th century port
Learn about the our galaxy
Camp in Teide National Park
Kayak and snorkel in paradise
Hike prehistorical micro-climates and laurel forests
Cable car up an active volcano
Explore an ancient tropical forest
Learn to make delicious Canarian dishes
Tour Old Town Tenerife's 15th century port
Learn about the our galaxy
Camp in Teide National Park
Kayak and snorkel in paradise
Hike prehistorical micro-climates and laurel forests
Cable car up an active volcano
Explore an ancient tropical forest
Connect with our alumni
Want to connect with some of our past participants about their adventures? Get in touch with hundreds of friendly ambassadors all over the world who would be more than happy to answer any questions.
