Sail for the Protection of the Mediterranean Monk Seals: A Summer Mission to Protect Greece’s Hidden Marine Treasures

This summer, the Seal Greece national information campaign — developed and co-led by the Monk Seal Alliance and NECCA (Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency) — sets sail across Greek archipelagos on a mission to protect the vulnerable Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus), one of the world’s most endangered marine mammals.

Launching on July 7, 2025, from Volos, an Awareness Voyage will traverse the Aegean and Ionian Seas aboard two sustainable, wind-powered sailing vessels. At each port of call, the crew will engage with local communities, boaters, and tourism operators — raising awareness and inspiring collective action to protect Greece’s marine biodiversity…

Source: Living in Monaco | Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation