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Turtle Ecology and Monitoring Program

฿5,400.00

Turtle Ecology and Monitoring program

5 of the 7 species of sea turtle on the planet can be found in Thai waters. Today all of them are on the endangered species list, with some populations reduced by 98%. Divers form a network that is integral in the identification and monitoring of sea turtle populations around the globe. In this one day course, participants will learn about the ecology of sea turtles, and the threats that they face. Using various tracking techniques our students can collect data on the various turtle individuals in the Phi Phi island area and contribute to conservation efforts.

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Description

Turtle Ecology and Monitoring Program

Turtle Ecology and Monitoring Program

Duration – 1 day

Duration – 1 day

CERTIFICATION

  • Awarded the Conservation Diver Turtle Ecology and Monitoring Program certificate
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Prerequisites

  • Advanced or equivalent buoyancy appraisal
  • Be 12 years of age or older
  • Demonstrate good diving skills at an Advanced Level and be comfortable with self awareness

2 Lectures

  • Turtle Ecology and ID Course Lecture

Standards

  • Learn about the ecology, evolutionary history, threats to sea turtle population around the globe
  • Learn how to recognize issues with sea turtles and how to mitigate local threats to their health and survival
  • Understand various techniques to identify sea turtles and track their populations using photo-documentation
  • Understand how turtle sightings are coded and recorded into local database
Conservation Diver Courses

Requirements

  • Attend the lecture on Sea Turtle Ecology and Monitoring
  • Complete the Sea Turtle Ecology and Monitoring Exam and score at least 80%
  • Attend the practical briefing prior to the observation dive
  • Complete at least 2 dives to attempt to find and observe sea turtles (note: if sea turtles are not found participants can still receive the certification)
  • If a sea turtle is observed, collect relevant data and photographs as per local standards
  • Attend debriefing and data entry (if no turtles were found, briefing will still be giving as if a turtle was observed to understand ID process)

Includes

  • Conservation Diver Certificate
  • 1 Lectures
  • 1 dive trips / 2 dives
  • Full diving equipment
  • Lunches, fruit and refreshments
  • Dive boat
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Itineraries

  • Option 1:
    Evening lectures, 1800h – 2000h: Turtle Ecology and ID lecture
    Morning Dive trip: 0700h – 1200h (2 Turtle Monitoring Dives)

  • Option 2:
    Morning, 0900h – 1100h: Turtle Ecology and ID lecture
    Afternoon Dive trip: 1200h – 1800h (2 Turtle Monitoring Dives)

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Duration – 1 days

STEP 1: Make a Booking

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STEP 2: Complete Registration

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Included

Awarded a Conservation Diver Sea Slug Ecology and ID certificate

Course includes 1 lectures

  • Turtle Ecology and ID lecture

We allow only four students per instructor. This allows us to maximize the level of training for each individual student and provide a personal experience for each student. Each student is always under the direct supervision of a PADI Scuba Instructor.

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The Conservation Diver Turtle Ecology and Monitoring Program courses consists of 2 dives.

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During the trip we provide refreshments, fruit, water, tea, and coffee. Between the two dives there is a short break to enjoy the scenery, during which we provide a delicious buffet of Thai cuisine. If you have any special dietary needs we can take care of that request during the registration process.

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BCD, Regulator, Mask, Fins, Wetsuit, Tanks and Weights

Not Included

  • Transfer fees (to/ from Phi Phi Island)

  • Photos or videos (available on request)

  • National Park Fees

National Park fees are applied to scuba divers diving within the Had Noppharathara National Park

Start

Thai

Non-Thai

Day 1

240 thb

600 thb

Day 2

200 thb

200 thb

Day 3

200 thb

200 thb

Day 4*

240 thb

600 thb

*National Park fees renew on the 4th day
**Fees are applied to some snorkeling trips

STEP 1: Make a Booking

» HOW TO BOOK

STEP 2: Complete Registration

» HOW TO REGISTER

Additional information

Duration

Courses takes one day. (Course can be extended)

Health for Diving

All persons engaging in scuba diving should be of good health. We strongly recommend students check out the medical statement to ensure they are healthy enough to scuba dive. Persons that do have a history of specific illnesses may not be allowed to dive.

Experience required

Must be Open Water certified to participate in this course and show Advanced level buoyancy skills

National Park Fees

The National Park Fees are not included. The National park fees for this course will be 1,000 baht for 3 days diving. National park fees are paid directly to the national park rangers at the pier before boarding the dive boat

Flying after Diving

Divers must wait at least 18 hours after scuba diving prior to boarding an airplane. Not allowing enough time between the last dive and then going to altitude is potentially dangerous

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