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Have fun and help protect sea turtles – 45 min workshop + 50 min dive
Adults
Ages 18+
A$ 220
Kids
Ages 12-17
A$ 220
This workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn about, swim alongside, and help protect sea turtles in one of Australia’s oldest and most diversely beautiful marine sanctuaries, Nguthungulli Julian Rocks (NJR), which is home to more than 1000 marine species.
During this lesson, you will learn to identify the local sea turtle species and how to interact with them correctly. It is informative and engaging, covering topics including ecology, biology and the critical roles sea turtles play in our ecosystems.
After being immersed in all this knowledge, we will embark on a thrilling SCUBA adventure at NJR Nature Reserve. Here, you will have the opportunity to swim along some fascinating creatures, like leopard sharks, mantas, eagle rays, grey nurse sharks, and more than 400 different species of fish!
If we happen to spot a turtle, we will try to capture a clear picture of its face! Collecting valuable photo-identification data is essential for our scientific work to monitor, protect, and better understand them, and by joining our Turtle School you help us to do so!
If you are looking for a stunning, comforting, and environmentally friendly activity in Byron Bay, this is your tour!
$5 will be donated to Australian Seabird & Turtle Rescue Hospital Ballina from every purchase.
Byron Bay Sea Turtle School holds a permit to conduct marine turtle scientific research within the Cape Byron Marine Park (CBMP) issued by NSW DPI.
IMPORTANT
Please keep in mind that a diving certification doesn’t mean the same level of skill and experience for everybody, so take into account that water conditions can be challenging (strong currents, surges, cold water, etc). We advise every interested person to consider their diving experience before booking, and please contact us if you have any doubts.
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- Kids under 18 need to be supervised by an adult at all times
- If you are in doubt of the requirements please contact us
- We may reschedule if conditions aren’t ideal. Safety first!
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– Turtle ecology and identification workshop
– 50 min dive
– Full SCUBA equipment
– Vehicle and boat transfer to dive sites -
– Proof of ID
– SCUBA certification card/ecard
– Swimsuit
– Personal SCUBA equipment welcomed
– Sun hat
– Sunglasses
– Water bottle
– Change of clothes
We recommend booking all tours and activities in advance as we can become very busy, especially in peak times. It is advisable to book your at the beginning of your holiday window in case of a cancellation due to unsuitable conditions.
Disclaimer: This activity may not be suitable for individuals with serious medical conditions. Please inform staff members of this before booking. If you suffer from seasickness we recommend taking precautions prior to the activity. Your safety and enjoyment during our actvity is our number one priority. Weather and ocean conditions can vary and sometimes become unsuitable, all tours and activities are subject to appropriate conditions. For more details or questions contact us.