Shark ecology specialty course

The importance of sharks in marine ecology

The behavior of sharks is often misunderstood and numerous films have added incorrect information about them. However, sharks are important to the well-being of our oceans, learn to understand why.

The shark at the top of the food chain is important for the well-being of reefs. The shark's streamlined and purposeful swimming is fascinating to watch during the dives. Join us on an interesting journey to learn more about shark behavior and learn how many different shark species there actually are.

In Shark Ecology course you will learn:

  • To better understand the relationship and history between sharks and humans.
  • The general history of sharks over 400 million years.
  • The fascinating anatomy of sharks.
  • About the importance of sharks in the marine ecosystem.


The shark ecology course helps you understand the ecology of the oceans better and dispels the mysterious veil of fear around sharks.

1 Day

  • Theory study, SSI e-material. (materials in English, translatable to other languages)
  • Open water dives; total two course dives and one fundive

Dive trip duration about 7.30 - 18.00

  • In the course day we will join the day trip boat where You will develop skills in a real scuba diving environment.
  • Minimum 10 year old
  • Open Water Diver course (completed with any organization)
  • Good health (No-answers at medical questionnaire or doctor's certificate that You are fit to dive)
  • Read medical questionnaire here
  • To participate in the course, you must have diving insurance. You can also buy insurance through us here. (Only if You will conduct dives during a course)

During daytrip (incl. 3dives at Phi Phi trip)
SSI 7 000 THB

Price includes:

  • Transport from and to Your hotel (Kata, Karon, Rawai, Patong) on day trips
  • Phi Phi marine park fee 600 thb.
  • Breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinking water, coffee and tea
  • Diving equipments during the course
  • Learning materials and all certification fees
  • Experienced Scuba instructor (Fin + Eng) 
  • INTO Dive-gift

For the course days, all you need is a minimum of a happy mind, a swimsuit, a towel and course materials.

Learn more about these fascinating animals and BOOK NOW Shark Ecology – erikoiskurssi! Kurssin suorittamalla olet askeleen lähempänä Master Diver – luokitusta.

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