Eco-Diver Course
1-week duration
Dive into marine conservation with our 1-week Ecodiver course in the Banda Islands. Certified by Reefcheck, this program equips you to conduct coral reef surveys while exploring pristine underwater ecosystems and learning about marine life. Perfect for divers of all levels, the course combines theory, practice, and hands-on conservation efforts, all set against the backdrop of Banda’s rich culture and biodiversity.
About
The 1-week Eco-diver course is suitable also for those who can only join us for a limited period of time. Being certified by Reefcheck allows you to participate in coral reef surveys throughout the Indo-Pacific region. No prior marine biology skills are required besides dive skills, just a general enthusiasm to learn more about the marine environment. Visit reefcheck.org for more information about the Eco-diver concept.
During the Eco-diver course at the Banda Islands, you will get to experience scuba diving in a very pristine underwater world, learn about marine life (corals, fish, invertebrates etc.), survey the reefs for the purpose of marine management and conservation and experience the unique Bandanese culture, history and the amazing environment of this biodiversity hotspot.
The course is split into 3 theory and 4 practice sessions and is completed with a test in which your fish, coral and invertebrate identification skills are assessed. Don't worry: we will focus only on key species and families that are relevant for the reef or are indicators of human impact. You don't have to learn all 300 coral species and 500 fish species that we can find at Banda. After completing the test you will be certified as a Eco-diver by the Reefcheck organization and your digital Eco-diver cert will be sent to your email. After the course, we will put into practice what you have learned and will conduct 2 days of coral reef surveys at different sites around Banda.
Accommodation in a shared room (2-4 beds) is included.
Please contact us for more information and for info on starting dates.
Duration and Price
Duration: 7 nights, 6 days
Price: IDR 8,900,000 (old price: IDR 8,250,000)
What's Included
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Diving Diving (tanks, weights, regulator, BC, wetsuit)
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Unlimited snorkeling
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All boat trips
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Scientific training
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Study materials
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Ecodiver certification
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Accommodation (shared room)
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Free WIFI
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Breakfast, lunch & snacks
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Coffee & tea as much as you want
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Warm atmosphere in a team
What To Bring
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Mask, snorkel, fins
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Boat towel
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Refillable water bottle
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Small tupperware
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Rash Guard shirt and pants (respect local culture and don’t just wear your swimwear anywhere except for on the dive boat)
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Hat or cap
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