Manta Ray Volunteers

Mexican Caribbean Manta Ray Project

About the Program

We are currently inviting applications for our program in 2025. Volunteers will get the opportunity to participate in different activities related to manta rays and the various ecosystems that surround this area like mangroves; tropical forest and reefs.

Furthermore; their contribution will help us accomplish our main core objectives in terms of Conservation; Education and Research. This experience will also allow you take part of various other environmental projects around the world.

The data collected throughout the program will be used to update and inform both local communities and international parties about the conservation measures and management initiatives necessary to successfully protect charismatic megafauna such as manta rays and whale sharks.

Key responsibilities:

  • Follow your instructor indications at any time and procedures related with the task assigned to your person
  • Maintain and update the project’s database
  • Perform data analysis and assist with preparing scientific publications; grants applications etc
  • Create outreach materials for schools; and communities about marine megafauna and wider marine conservation
  • Maintain equipment and contribute to keeping accommodation facilities clean and in order
  • Conduct fisheries surveys
  • Conduct interviews with local community stakeholders connected with mantas and mobulas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Isla Mujeres

20 January – 10 February; 14 February – 2 March; 10 May – 30 May; 2 June – 26 June; 31 June – 20 July; 25 July – 15 August; 1 September – 21 September 2025

3 weeks

Adults of both sexes 21+

Environmental or conservation of previous work experience. Excellent swimming and snorkelling skills. Willing to work sporadic and occasionally long hours on a boat (it is very sunny and hot during those months). Strong passion for marine ecosystems/ manta rays/ conservation/education. English with an intermediate level minimum. We are in a Spanish-speaking country. Applicants with some level of Spanish language knowledge will be given special consideration. Creative and innovative person. Computer skills (excel. PowerPoint; word; photoshop; graphs). Comfortable working long hours at a desk. Friendly and enthusiastic personality. Comfortable sharing work; and housing with other people. Can relate to people of different backgrounds. Diving insurance and or full medical insurance.

US$1500 for 3 weeks which includes accommodation; field trips; and much more.

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