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Sea Turtle Ecology

Discover the lives of sea turtles, from their behavior to their long migration routes. You’ll learn to identify species and gain insight into their role in the ocean, the threats they face, and their conservation.

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What can you expect?

Sea Turtle Ecology was developed for snorkelers and divers who want to gain more insight into the lives and ecology of sea turtles. This specialty program offers in-depth knowledge about their behavior, habitat, and role within marine ecosystems.

Sea turtles have existed for millions of years and play a crucial role in maintaining healthy oceans. During this program, you’ll learn to identify different species, understand their behavior, and gain insight into the threats they face today.

Sea Turtle Ecology focuses entirely on knowledge, awareness, and respect for these extraordinary ocean animals.

  • 23-26°C

    heated water

  • 10m

    maximum depth

  • 5.000

    tropical fish

  • SSI

    certified dive center

Practical info

Participation requirements

Duration

3–6 hours

Price

In a group
€199

Included in the price:

  • Digital learning materials
  • Theory training
  • Guidance by an SSI Professional Specialty Instructor
  • Certification registration

What's included & what to bring

We provide the basics – you bring your personal gear or rent it on-site.

Included

  • Buoyancy Compensator / BCD
  • Dive tank
  • Weights

Rent or bring your own

  • Wetsuit
  • Regulator set
  • Computer
  • Mask
  • Snorkel
Rental prices

How your dive proceeds

Check-in

Check in at the counter 15 minutes beforehand. You’ll receive a colored wristband – always wear it visibly, it grants access to the Experience Zone. Your 2-hour dive session starts now.

Change clothes

  • Put on your swimwear
  • Store your belongings in a locker (opened with your wristband)
  • Go barefoot to the fourth floor (stairs or elevator)
  • Bring your own dive gear with you

Disinfect gear & shower

  • Go through the foot bath and take a shower
  • Pick up rented gear
  • Disinfect it in the sink and rinse.
  • Shower again before entering the water

After your dive

  • Disinfect your gear
  • Return the gear
  • Change clothes
  • Deposit your wristband in the box – within 2 hours.

Certification and follow-up opportunities

After completing the program:

  • The participant receives the Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification
  • The knowledge is officially registered
  • The participant has extensive knowledge of sea turtles and their habitat

After Sea Turtle Ecology, you can continue with:

  • Other SSI Ecology Specialty programs
  • Advanced courses within the SSI system

These programs build further on knowledge, environmental awareness, and diving experience.

Indoor specialties

Verfijn je duiktechniek, ontdek nieuwe uitrusting of leer onderwaterbeelden maken.

vanaf € 229

Outdoor specialties

Breid je duikvaardigheden uit en ontdek nieuwe mogelijkheden in buitenwater.

vanaf € 249