Voluntourism in Grenada
The stunning Caribbean Island of Grenada is aiming to bridge the gap between people looking to travel for leisure and those looking to support a good cause by volunteering in their spare time. This is an excellent way to get closer to the island’s culture, getting beyond the sun and sand, whilst also preserving the natural surroundings that have helped to make it such a draw for tourists.
For marine conservation, the Grand Anse Artificial Reef project helps to educate the children of Grenada on the importance of conservation whilst also contributing to the upkeep of the artificial reef, which acts as a home to dozens of underwater species, through tasks such as sea urchin counting, species counting and coral transplantation.
You can also help with marine conservation through beach clean ups, ensuring that the waters remain free of litter, and through organised hunts of lionfish which are invasive species in Grenada and provide a threat to the delicate balance of the ecosystem.