Dolphin Volunteer Work in Australia
The Dolphin Discovery Centre is a non-profit organisation committed to dolphin research, education, conservation and tourism. The Centre was opened in 1994, and is the first Centre in Australia dedicated entirely to dolphin research. The Centre is located in Bunbury, a thriving city approximately 180 kilometres south of Perth in Western Australia.
Duration
At least 6 weeks
Costs
Variable (see key info)
Key Information
- Accommodation and food not provided but no fees to pay to the project
- Contact organisation for info on where to find accommodation nearby
- Work is 5 days a week for a minimum of 4 hours a day
Roles and advantages
Mix a passion for dolphins with the following experience:
- Assisting in research and recording data
- Act as visitor guides by helping educate the public on dolphins and the environment
- Assist in the Interaction Zone when dolphins visit the beach
- Assisting with dolphin observations in the Bay and monitoring of dolphin visits to the zone
- Participating in "Coastcare" activities and assist with current research projects
- Generally assisting with various tasks around the Centre