PADI Underwater Naturalist Course

Description

The PADI Underwater Naturalist specialty course helps you become a more observant and knowledgeable diver, focusing on the marine life and ecosystems around you. It’s perfect if you’re curious about the underwater world and want to better understand what you’re seeing beneath the surface.

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Why Take the Underwater Naturalist Course?

• Learn to identify marine species, behaviors, and relationships (like symbiosis, camouflage, predator/prey).
• Understand how ecosystems like reefs, kelp forests, and sandy bottoms function.
• Learn the differences between fish, invertebrates, corals, and plants.
• Become a more respectful and conservation-minded diver.

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What You’ll Learn:

• How to classify aquatic life into phylums and groups
• The role of organisms in their environment (ecology basics)
• How to avoid damaging marine life and recognize signs of stress
• How to interact responsibly with animals and habitats

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Course Structure:

• 2 open water dives, usually done in one day
• Combine classroom knowledge with real-world observation
• No quizzes or exams—just curiosity and awareness!

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Prerequisites:

• PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
• Minimum age: 10 years old

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Why It’s Cool:

You’ll start to notice hidden creatures, rare behaviors, and subtle ecosystem dynamics that many divers miss. It’s also a great stepping stone toward marine conservation, reef monitoring, or becoming a Dive Against Debris diver.

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PADI Underwater Naturalist Course Fee includes both the E-Learning fee ($135) and the instructor fee ($90).

Rental Gear NOT Included*

After Purchasing, you should receive an email From PADI including all E-Learning materials within 24-48hrs.

 

Cancellations Must be Made 48hr in Advance to Course Start Date

*E-Learning Fee Non-Refundable*