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Description

For certified divers or choose our "OW" program to get certified during the first 2 days of the program. Apply your diving skills while learning about the unique marine environment of the Bahamas. Live on land at the prestigious Island School on Eleuthera and enjoy camping, snorkeling and challenging sea kayaking adventures. Earn academic credit through research projects, field experiments and traditional classroom discussions led by staff from the Island School, Cape Eleuthera Institute and Sail Caribbean. The surrounding tidal mangrove creeks and shallow water habitats will be your laboratory as you collect data on local bonefish populations for your group research project. You'll lead and participate in discussions and activities as part of our True Course initiative for leadership training and personal growth. In addition to the academics and outdoor adventure activities, you'll also have the opportunity to earn 20-25 hours of community service credit through our local outreach activities. You'll teach local youth about the importance of water safety and then introduce them to the fun of snorkeling. You'll make a connection with the community through interviews with local fisherman and farmers whose livelihood depends on sea and land.

Highlights

* 19-21 day program on Eleuthera, Bahamas.
* Study Tropical Marine Science.
* For certified divers, or those getting certified.
* Combination of class work and field research.
* Activities include island exploration, sea kayaking, camping, snorkeling, beach activities.

Travel Types

• Camping
• Ecology
• Environmental Studies
• Hiking
• Kayaking (Sea)
• Scuba
• Snorkeling

Type of Programs

• Adventure Travel
• Community Service / Volunteerism
• Cultural Exploration

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

$4595 - $4995

Cost Include Description:

Tuition covers all program expenses except for airfare, a one-time departure tax (about $20), medical expenses and personal spending. All divers must have their own diving insurance (or be covered by our Trip Mate insurance policy.)

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Bahamas

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 10-12

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Physical Exam/Health Records

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 day

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Sail Caribbean's Mission Statement

To inspire self-confidence, foster personal growth and instill leadership skills through the highest quality Caribbean adventures.

Year Founded

1979