PADI AWARE Shark Conservation

Protect What You Love – Join the PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty Course!

Highlights of the Wreck Diver Specialty Course:

• 2-Day PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty Course
• Includes engaging theory session and interactive activities
• 4 ocean dives (2 of them at the shark site)
• Learn about global shark populations, threats they face, and how to help
• Offered exclusively between November and March
• PADI certification fees included
• Brand New Rental Equipment included
• All Taxes and Marina Fees included
• Highly Trained Instructors

Description of the AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty Course:

The PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty Course is designed for certified divers who want to make a real difference in shark protection. This course offers powerful insight into shark biology, conservation challenges, and what you can do to protect these incredible animals. It includes two days of training, featuring a theory session, shark-focused ocean dives in Playa del Carmen during the peak season between November and March.

Courses are available every day during shark season! (November-March)

What to Expect:

• Spend the first part of your course at our dive center learning about the importance of sharks to marine ecosystems, the threats they face, current conservation efforts, and how you can support shark protection both underwater and on land.
• 4 Ocean Dives (2 of them Shark dives) – Over the course of two days, you’ll complete 2 ocean dives focused on observing and understanding shark behavior. These dives are conducted during the bull shark season in Playa del Carmen (November–March), offering a special chance to see sharks in the wild while learning how to dive with them safely. In addition to the shark dives, you’ll also experience two extra reef dives.
• Debrief & Certification – After your final dive, your instructor will review your progress, share additional tips on ocean advocacy, and award you your PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty Certification.

Price of the Shark Conservation Specialty Course:

The price of the PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty Course is 8000 MXN per person, including theory session, 4 ocean dives, certification, and all taxes and fees. No hidden costs!

What’s Included:

• PADI Shark Conservation Course Materials
• Theory Session
• 4 Ocean Dives (2 of which at the shark site)
• Brand New Rental Equipment
• Small groups for a more personal experience
• All Taxes and Marina Fees included
• Insurance
• Shower and Towels in the Dive Center
• Locker in the Dive Center
• Water & Cookies on the Boat

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