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RED SEA PROJECT marine research team member using a spotting scope on a research vessel for ocean observation in the Red Sea.

RED SEA PROJECT™ | Marine Conservation, Research & Education

Protecting marine and terrestrial ecosystems through conservation, scientific research, citizen science and environmental education in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba.

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RED SEA PROJECT™ is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of marine and terrestrial ecosystems and biodiversity in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba.

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Operating from our Marine Conservation and Education Center in the EgRed Sea, we bring together conservation, scientific research, citizen science and environmental education to better understand, monitor and protect the region’s biodiversity.

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Our field-based work connects researchers, students, divers, local communities, volunteers and citizen scientists through practical conservation programs, biodiversity monitoring, environmental education and hands-on learning.

Who we are

Our Mission, Vision & Commitment

Register & Be Part of the Change

Volunteer, Participate, Support

RED SEA PROJECT field team members participating in hands-on citizen science, marine conservation, and research programs.

ADVANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Experience hands-on science in some of the most astounding locations in the Red Sea and learn about charismatic marine life, its biology, behaviour and distribution. Practice monitoring techniques and enjoy the opportunity to participate in Conservation and Citizen Science Programs.

RED SEA PROJECT educator presenting marine conservation and sea turtle citizen science programs to school children.

Education

RED SEA PROJECT™ offers a huge variety of educational programs for divers, teachers, students, and school groups. Discover what makes RED SEA PROJECT™ a leader in the field of Marine Citizen Science in the Red Sea.

RED SEA PROJECT volunteers and community members holding a banner at a coastal beach cleanup event in the Red Sea.

BE MORE THAN JUST A VISITOR

Participate in Marine Conservation Projects, Environmental Protection events and campaigns. Meet a diverse community of local experts and like-minded travelers. Return home with great memories and stories of exciting adventures.

RED SEA PROJECT research team member photographing a sea turtle underwater for marine observation and citizen science monitoring.

Observation

RED SEA PROJECT™ currently supports more than 15 different Citizen science programs in the Red Sea that provide accurate, rigorous, and impactful scientific data, to inform stakeholders, and actively involve experts.

Young participants engaging in educational hands-on marine conservation activities led by RED SEA PROJECT volunteers.

BECOME A CONSERVATION VOLUNTEER

You can now volunteer to support ongoing marine and terrestrial conservation efforts. Acquire advanced skills and help to protect marine ecosystems, carry out surveys of endangered species and join educators to empower tourists and locals.

RED SEA PROJECT diver recording marine research data on an underwater slate during a conservation reef survey.

Conservation

RED SEA PROJECT™ works to empower communities to understand and share the principles of sustainability, conservation and environmental stewardship by supporting community programs in responses to the UN Sustainable Development Goals Agenda 2030.

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RED SEA PROJECT research interns using spotting scopes to conduct marine wildlife monitoring and species identification.

Marine Conservation Internship

Grab the opportunity to help with the conservation of underwater ecosystems and marine parks. You will be involved in identification training for marine wildlife such as turtles, fish, corals and invertebrates. You’ll also learn about coral baseline surveying, a key skill in marine conservation, and globally accepted approaches to monitoring the health of coral reefs.

RED SEA PROJECT interns conducting field research and plant surveying for the desert ecology and arid ecosystem program.

Desert Ecology Internship

This internship program offers a unique opportunity for master's and PhD students to gain practical knowledge and expertise in desert gardening techniques, sustainable landscape maintenance in arid environments, seed bank management, and nursery operations. This comprehensive program combines theoretical learning with real-world experiences to equip you with the skills needed to desert ecosystem conservation.

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