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Thailand Marine Conservation

Lying in the crystal-clear tropical waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Tao’s abundant and diverse coral reefs offer some of the finest scuba diving found anywhere on the planet! This unique and exciting program has been specifically designed to provide knowledge and understanding of coral reef ecosystems and the threat these reefs face in today’s world.

By our partner,
Thailand Marine Conservation

Program highlights

  • Become an experienced and qualified diver – no prior diving experience is required!
  • Gain a thorough, in-depth knowledge and understanding of reef ecology and conservation.
  • Work on several underwater research, monitoring, and marine conservation projects
  • Enjoy island life on one of Thailand’s most popular backpacker hangouts!
  • Become a fully qualified Divemaster (12-week program only)

Trip details

Price

  • 4-weeks: $3800
  • 8-weeks: $5500
  • 12-weeks: $7500

Start Dates

  • 3rd October 2024
  • 6th March 2025
  • 3rd July 2025
  • 2nd October 2025

Duration

4, 8, or 12-weeks

Thailand Marine Conservation-trip itinerary

Trip itinerary

  • Dive Training
  • Marine Ecology & Conservation Training
  • Surveys & Project Work
  • Divemaster Training (12 weeks only)

Certifications

4-week:
  • Open Water & Advanced Open Water
  • Ecological Diver
8-week:
  • All the certifications on the 4-week course plus:
  • Advanced First Aid & Oxygen Provider
  • Rescue Diver
12-week:
  • All the certifications on the 8-week course plus:
  • Deep 40 & Nitrox Specialties
  • Divemaster
  •  

What's included

What's Included

  • Accommodation with breakfast & dinner (Monday to Friday)
  • Airport pick-up and return airport transfer
  • Local project staff
  • Dive and marine conservation training as listed
  • Full set of dive equipment provided for all dives. All equipment is up to date and maintained by an in-house dive technician (See brochure for more details)

What's Not Included

  • Flights to/from destination
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa & vaccinations
  • Spending money
  • Lunches & weekend meals
  • Some personal dive equipment

Thailand Marine Conservation-CTA

Contact Gapforce to Learn More

Our partner, Gapforce manages this trip. They are available to answer your questions!