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Marine Conservation and Research Course

Available on 2 Jan

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Pricing

Key info

  • 3 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 4 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, Spanish
  • Max. 8 students / instructor
  • Meet at the dive center
  • Free Cancellation - 48hrs notice
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Highlights

Come and learn about marine conservation in our oceans and take part in our unique certification program. Our marine conservation and research course is a 3 day science diver course where you learn all about the marine ecosystem and how to conduct basic surveys and research.

  • Learn about the ecology of the coral reef
  • Discover how to complete surveys and science dives
  • Complete a unique marine conservation certification

Dive center

Oceans Unlimited

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Come scuba diving in Costa Rica with Oceans Unlimited. A PADI IDc dive center that specializes in Scuba diving trips, vacations and PADI dive courses around Manuel Antonio and the Quepos Area.  We teach all levels of training from discover scuba experiences to professional dive programs including PADI Divemaster and IDC instructor programs. We also have a partner marine conservation non-profit in house, that integrates marine conservation programs and workshops into a lot of the scuba diving that we do. We work hard to bring the beauty and importance of the ocean into everything that we do. A look forward to sharing that with all of our visiting divers. 

We are located in Quepos / Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, surrounded by rainforest filled with monkeys and exotic birds. The local underwater environment is just as stunning, with mind-blowing volcanic formations and a multitude of tropical fish. Our mission is to provide quality, safe, PADI recreational dive courses.

We have a variety of different dive sites and most locations are limited to one boat. You will never experience the feeling that there are more divers than fish!

If you like adventure and want to experience something different then Manuel Antonio is the place for you. The warm waters, the relaxed atmosphere and the friendly people will give you an experience that you will never forget!

We offer a number of different exciting snorkeling and dive options both in Manuel Antonio and Isla del Caño.

PADI 5 Star CDC Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 8 PADI Instructors Max. 4.0 divers / guide

Address: 3423 Km from your location
Local 209, Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Puntarenas, No State, 60601, Costa Rica

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 4 open water dives
  • Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)
  • Scuba equipment rental (full set)
  • Certification papers/card
  • Open water dives
  • National Park Fees/Marine Park Fees
  • Surface interval refreshments

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 12+
  • Min. certification: Open Water Certification required
  • Min logged dives: +20 logged dives required

What to expect

Your first day after arriving at the dive center will be spend in class learning about marine conservation, basic survey techniques and the overall ecology of the coral reef. On your second day you will head out to explore the local reef and take part in some dive surveys. Following your dives you will head back to the class to record your data and learn about specific creatures and fish found around the reefs. On your third day, after a thorough briefing, you will head back out to complete two more dives and take part in additional surveys. On completion of those surveys, you will come back and record your data and log your survey dives. After completion you will receive the PADI distinctive certification in Marine Conservation and Research

Other Information

Confirmation

  • We’ll send you a final Booking Confirmation Email on average within 24 hours. We advise you to not make any other travel arrangements before that
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Meet at the dive center

Address: Local 209, Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Puntarenas, No State, 60601, Costa Rica

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Cancellation policy

  • Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the activity
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