Spain, with one of the longest coastlines in the Mediterranean, is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. However, beneath the seemingly picture-perfect turquoise waters lies a growing trash and pollution crisis. To combat this, volunteer travelers will scuba dive into the waters of the Spanish Mediterranean to clean up pollutants that threaten local marine life. During the first week of the program, volunteers will learn to scuba dive from professionals, mastering the basics of underwater exploration and getting certified in the process. Once the official volunteering period begins, daily tasks will include cleaning the seabed to reduce marine debris, documenting and collecting information about fauna, fish and invertebrate species in a monitored biodiverse area as part of a scientific research project, as well as returning marine living organisms that got tangled in the trash back to the sea. On the weekends, there are also plenty of opportunities to learn Spanish and explore the vibrancy and culture of Barcelona. This minimum 1-week and maximum 12-week experience starts at $1,480 per person for one week and $8,960 per person for 12 weeks. Accommodation, food, airport transfers, and 24/7 GoEco support are all included.
With a goal to inspire an excitement for volunteering around the world, GoEco makes it their mission to ensure that travelers get the opportunity to experience over 150 extraordinary communities around the globe. By acting as a gateway company, GoEco partners with diverse, local, and global organizations that specialize in volunteer travel experiences that create a captivating and inspiring trip for all participants. They hope that all travelers find meaning in their trips while leaving the host community with a passion for volunteerism and sharing their experiences. Starting at $X per person, this experience lasts over the course of X days. GoEco programs include a shared room in a volunteer house, 3 meals a day, and airport pickup and dropoff, and 24/7 GoEco travel guidance and emergency support.