USA & Hawaii
SCUBA & Snorkeling: With over 100 ft of visibility and thousands of isolated reefs, diving and snorkeling in Hawaii is like nowhere else on earth. Over 30 years of experience leading students on snorkel and dive trips throughout the world, makes our staff experts at helping students feel completely at home in the water, whatever their experience. On our adventure we will take a look at life on the reef first hand. Through the combination of diving, snorkeling and classroom instruction, students will learn about the many amazing creatures of Hawaii and what their lives are all about. Participants will need to bring their own mask and fins but all other diving equipment will be provided during this expedition. The water is about 78 degrees so a shorty wetsuit is a good idea for this trip. Students are also welcome to bring their own dive gear. Our scuba program instructs students in the PADI open water diving certification.
Research with Ocean Blue: Providing opportunity to take part in current ocean research is the core purpose of our trips. During our expeditions we will be working with Reef Check and Hawaiian Rafting Adventures conducting spot transects over different reefs through out the islands of Maui and Lanai. This February we will also have the unique opportunity to help Whale Trust by conducting photo identification of this years returning whales. In August students will have a hand in helping in a green sea turtle nesting project on Maui.
FUN with Ocean Blue: You cannot spell adventure without F-U-N- well you should but I’d rather not. Safety is always our first concern in every decision we make, but enjoying what we’re doing is a close second. Our staff of seasoned educators and biologists, spend their time teaching in the ocean because they love it and they want to share their passion with others. Whether they are telling stories over breakfast or singing shanties over a beach fire, their excitement is contagious. They are always looking to ignite laughter or spin some never-ending yarn that they think is a classic. Something magical happens when you are on an adventure at sea that forms strong bonds, builds character and creates a place where you can just be yourself. Come join us this summer and make it an experience you’ll never forget.