Our volunteer program is all about getting involved, learning by doing, and becoming part of the Malapascua Island community. This is more than just volunteering!
Spend one unforgettable month exploring two beautiful islands while earning your diving certifications and getting hands-on with marine conservation.
Spend 8 weeks or more diving into marine conservation, local community work, and gaining valuable professional skills in this immersive conservation experience.
Reviews
9 month internship
“Working with PepSea has marked the start of my career. When starting, I told someone I’d be a completely different person by the end, and I already am. I have grown, learned, and experienced amazing things thanks to People and the Sea. By working on the reef surveys, COT removals, and engaging with the community, I’ve developed an incredible experience that I will always look back on with nostalgia and gratitude.”
6 month internship
2.5 month internship
Looking back on the internship, I can say that I definitely gained a lot of valuable experience. It was the first time I did a “long-distance trip” alone. At first, I struggled to get used to the new environment and overcome my shyness. I quickly became comfortable with the team and my host family. The working environment is very nice, and I grew to like the locals and my team. We always had good laughs with each other, and I never felt overly pressured or unable to communicate issues that I may have. My ideas were taken seriously, and working together really helped me gain experience. I think I was able to achieve most of my personal goals. One of them was, for example, to improve my academic writing, which I definitely practiced during my project. I also gained practical experience in obtaining information (observations, interviews).
This gave me a great experience!!!”
1 month
“Many people have told me that one month is not enough; I wish I could stay longer. Being part of this project has been a true blessing. Working with passionate individuals has been incredibly interesting, and I learned so much during my time here. Living in the community and spending time with the locals allowed me to connect with them, especially with my homestay family. If I had to rate my experience, I would give it a ten out of ten. The work being done with People and the Sea is impressive, and it’s evident how they positively impact the community. I had such a wonderful time with the team, my family, the children, and everyone I met on the island. The hospitality and kindness of the Filipinos made me feel at home at certain points.”
