During the dives, you’ll explore vibrant coral reefs, observing the complex relationships between marine organisms. You will identify key species, such as corals, fish, and invertebrates, and understand their roles within the ecosystem. Witness fascinating symbiotic interactions, like cleaner fish tending to other species or the relationship between corals and their algae.

Your instructor will teach you how to recognise signs of a thriving ecosystem as well as areas impacted by human activity, such as coral bleaching or excessive algal growth. 

These dives provide a hands-on opportunity to connect with the underwater world, deepening your appreciation for its complexity and natural beauty.

Before beginning the SSI Marine Ecology Course, we need you to be a SSI Open Water Diver (or equivalent). A higher rating of Advanced Adventurer would be even better!

Why? With marine conservation, we are conducting most of our scuba diving in very close proximity to the coral reefs. We need our students to be certified divers and of an advanced enough level, that they can control their position very comfortably underwater.

If you do not have the SSI Open Water Diver certification yet, you can take it and the SSI Advanced Adventurer Diver Course to boost your underwater skills.