CORAL CAY
CONSERVATION

Learn to Dive. Travel the World. Conserve Coral Reefs.

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Coral reefs support over 1 billion people worldwide, and harbour the highest biodiversity of any ecosystem on the planet.


Unprecedented global warming and anthropogenic impacts such as pollution and coastal development have made coral reefs one of Earths most threatened Ecosystems


According to UNESCO, the coral reefs in all 29 reef-containing World Heritage Sites would cease to exist the end of this century if we continue under 'business-as-usual' scenario.


Now more than ever, coral reefs need our help.


Coral Cay Conservation is a renowned conservation specialist and  expedition provider dedicated to providing the resources to help protect coral reefs throughout the developing world and committed to creating real-time solutions to the many plights suffered by our Ocean.

We have over 30 years' experience of operating successful marine and terrestrial conservation projects, providing opportunities to budding-scientists, collectively protecting biodiversity, empowering local stakeholders and building a sustainable future. Throughout this process we have taught lifelong skills, and provided practical conservation experiences, to thousands of volunteers allowing them the opportunity to take action against environmental impacts, strengthen their CV, or undertake thesis data collection. All those who join us have a shared passion; to protect the natural world.
"Providing resources to help sustain livelihoods and alleviate poverty through the protection, restoration and management of coral reefs and associated ecosystems​" 

Volunteer to Take Action

The Ocean, its inhabitants, and the local communities that depend on it, are at the centre of all of our conservation projects. We provide in-depth training to volunteers from diverse backgrounds to create efficient and competent survey divers who collect essential marine ecological data, engage with local stakeholders and drive the ethos of our projects.
The actions of our volunteers have been critical in the protection of some of the worlds most threatened ecosystems, working with local communities to protect the natural world
We engage local communities through education and capacity building initiatives to empower stakeholders to take action and catalyse conservation;
ensuring sustainability
Through the protection and promotion of coral reefs and their associated ecosystems, you will help to build a sustainable future, where humans and the environment thrive in harmony 
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We believe in a future where our choices today will benefit the generations of tomorrow, where coral reefs will sustainably provide for local communities in the face of growing demand, allowing these systems to thrive in harmony with humankind.  
We believe in a future where our choices today will benefit the generations of tomorrow, where coral reefs will sustainably provide for local communities in the face of growing demand, allowing these systems to thrive in harmony with humankind.  

Conservation;
what's our approach?

We understand that successful conservation hinges on a holistic approach where equal measure is given to the collection of scientific data, education, and capacity building. Our volunteers are critical to this approach and for over 30 years, they have been at the centre of our work, using a citizen-science framework. Our projects successfully operate with volunteers and the three-tiers at their heart.

Conservation;
what's our approach?

We understand that successful conservation hinges on a holistic approach where equal measure is given to the collection of scientific data, education, and capacity building. Our volunteers are critical to this approach and for over 30 years, they have been at the centre of our work, using a citizen-science framework. Our projects successfully operate with volunteers and the three-tiers at their heart.
You can also view and download all of our publications here 
You can also view and download all of our publications here 
"CCC has been instrumental in launching so many careers in coral reef conservation, my own included. Some of the best PhD students I've had arrived from the CCC boot camp and all have gone on to do wonderful things. We all owe CCC a debt of gratitude! "
Professor Peter Mumby
Marine Spatial Ecology Lab, University of Queensland

Learn to Dive.
Travel the World.
Conserve Coral Reefs.

This is your opportunity to work on the forefront of marine conservation and protect some of the world's most threatened ecosystems. Home to over 25% of all marine life, coral reefs are essential to the health of the Oceans, the planet, and the human population. With Coral Reefs and our Oceans facing unprecedented impacts, it is now, more than ever, that we must join together as conservation advocates to reverse our historic actions, reduce environmental impacts and protect the natural world. 

Dive

The reef is our classroom where you learn to dive and develop scientific skills that are essential for collecting critical ecological data. You'll be introduced to the incredibly diverse colours and species found on coral reefs whilst being trained by highly qualified marine ecologists that share an infectious passion for the marine world.

Travel

You will be immersed in local culture as you join our team to engage with local communities, demonstrating the importance of coral reefs and their sustainable use through our Education & Outreach programmes. And experience rural life, off the tourist track, with welcoming people, providing you a true sense of paradise.

Conserve

Your actions will directly contribute to the conservation of coral reefs and their associated systems as the data that you collect is used to increase knowledge on the marine world, inspire local communities to conserve their resources and in the establishment of Marine Protected Areas. Your actions provide real-time solutions. 

Dive

The reef is our classroom where you learn to dive and develop scientific skills that are essential for collecting critical ecological data. You'll be introduced to the incredibly diverse colours and species found on coral reefs whilst being trained by highly qualified marine ecologists that share an infectious passion for the marine world.

Travel

You will be immersed in local culture as you join our team to engage with local communities, demonstrating the importance of coral reefs and their sustainable use through our Education & Outreach programmes. And experience rural life, off the tourist track, with welcoming people, providing you a true sense of paradise.

Conserve

Your actions will directly contribute to the conservation of coral reefs and their associated systems as the data that you collect is used to increase knowledge on the marine world, inspire local communities to conserve their resources and in the establishment of Marine Protected Areas. Your actions provide real-time solutions. 
"CCC provides a wonderful platform for ecology, conservation and understanding the importance of coral reef ecosystems for local communities and the wider world. They are environmentally responsible, well respected and a much loved organisation."
Rachel Scott
Producer, Blue Planet II, BBC
"CCC provides a wonderful platform for ecology, conservation and understanding the importance of coral reef ecosystems
for local communities and the wider world. They are environmentally responsible, well respected and
 a much loved organisation."
Rachel Scott
Producer, Blue Planet II, BBC
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