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Broadreach Fiji: Shark Studies
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Work alongside conservationists and researchers and dive with sharks in a controlled environment in this exciting program for young participants who are at least 15 years old and have a PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent scuba certification. Dispel negative myths surrounding sharks and discover their importance to ocean ecosystems. On a single dive, observe bull, lemon, and tiger sharks. At the ...
Work alongside conservationists and researchers and dive with sharks in a controlled environment in this exciting program for young participants who are at least 15 years old and have a PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent scuba certification. Dispel negative myths surrounding sharks and discover their importance to ocean ecosystems. On a single dive, observe bull, lemon, and tiger sharks. At the Shark Reef Marine Reserve, dispel the myths surrounding sharks and observe multiple species in a controlled setting. Learn all about shark biology and behavior. Contemplate their incredible survival over the past 400 million years and discuss their future. Even assist with research and conservation efforts. In Fiji, the study of sharks isn't limited to the ocean. Listen to locals tell stories of D...
Program Highlights
Study shark physiology, habitats, conservation, and myths.
Scuba dive with sharks while collecting data for your own research project.
Collaborate with local researchers to combat the misrepresentation of sharks in the media.
Observe sharks alongside octopus, eel, and lionfish in their bright, coral habitats.
Learn about the cultural and historical connection between sharks and Fijian culture.
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Quick Details
- Suva, Fiji
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Culture
- Eco-Tourism
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- All Nationalities
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The Beginning of My Dream Career
October 29, 2024by: William Reese - United StatesProgram: Broadreach Fiji: Shark StudiesI loved the Fiji Shark Studies trip as it was a good 'trial' for what I want to do as a career. The trip was amazing starting with the things we learned about sharks, the culture, and the science. My Fiji Shark Studies trip remains one of my favorite trips of all time as I was diving with Bull Sharks almost daily while having two amazing instructors M.G. and Saskia teach us an abundance of diving and shark science!


One in a lifetime experience
October 04, 2023by: Reese Names - United StatesProgram: Broadreach Fiji: Shark StudiesBroadreach showed me what it’s really like to live outside of America in a completely different country. I learned so many life skills as well as learning about sharks. Since broadreach I realized I truly want to be a marine biologist. I wasn’t sure if that was really what I wanted until I was able to be hands on and living the life of a shark biologist for a month.

Dive in
January 12, 2016by: Maggie Rogers - BostonProgram: Broadreach Fiji: Shark StudiesFor the past few years I have slowly become more and more obsessed with sharks and their conservation. When my friend told me about the trip she took to Fiji, I just knew I had to check it out. As soon as I went to the Fiji Shark Studies page, I knew it was the program for me. As a student, the academic component was enticing for me because I know that Marine Biology is something that I want to pursue in college. Not only were the academics stimulating, but the environment, the diving, and the people were as well. Continuing to hone my diving skills was simple with the Broadreach instructors, and I know for a fact that I improved during my three week stay in Fiji. The most exciting part about receiving my Advanced certification was the fact that we could finally go on the Shark Dive!!! Diving at Shark Reef Marine Reserve was one of the best experiences of my life, and I will never forget the thrill I felt the first time I witnessed those bull sharks being hand fed tuna heads by the BAD guides. Diving multiple times a week helped us bond with the people that work for Beqa Adventure Divers and it really opened my eyes to the Fijian culture. Listening to their stories on the boat during surface intervals while munching on tea and cookies was never boring and I can easily say I made 20 something new family members. Fiji Shark Studies was the adventure of a lifetime and it gave me a whole new appreciation for the marine ecosystem, sharks, and those who care for the ocean so fondly. Thank you Broadbreach for the most amazing three weeks that I will surely never forget!

Program Details
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Locations
- Suva, Fiji
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Ecology
- Hiking
- Rafting
Availability
Years Offered: 2025
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Online Application
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Sydney Harned 2012
Participated in 2012
Sydney Harned is a student at the University of Miami majoring in marine science and biology. She grew up in Dallas, Texas, but fell in love with the ...

Sydney Harned 2012
Participated in 2012
After my first experience, I couldn’t get enough of Broadreach and was dying to do another trip. I chose Fiji because I wanted to do a trip that incorporated scuba diving, and who wouldn’t want to dive with sharks in the South Pacific?!
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Work alongside conservationists and researchers and dive with sharks in a controlled environment in this exciting program for young participants who are at least 15 years old and have a PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent scuba certification. Dispel negative myths surrounding sharks and discover their importance to ocean ecosystems. On a single dive, observe bull, lemon, and tiger sharks. At the Shark Reef Marine Reserve, dispel the myths surrounding sharks and observe multiple species in a controlled setting. Learn all about shark biology and behavior. Contemplate their incredible survival over the past 400 million years and discuss their future. Even assist with research and conservation efforts. In Fiji, the study of sharks isn't limited to the ocean. Listen to locals tell stories of D...

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Ready to Learn More?
Work alongside conservationists and researchers and dive with sharks in a controlled environment in this exciting program for young participants who are at least 15 years old and have a PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent scuba certification. Dispel negative myths surrounding sharks and discover their importance to ocean ecosystems. On a single dive, observe bull, lemon, and tiger sharks. At the Shark Reef Marine Reserve, dispel the myths surrounding sharks and observe multiple species in a controlled setting. Learn all about shark biology and behavior. Contemplate their incredible survival over the past 400 million years and discuss their future. Even assist with research and conservation efforts. In Fiji, the study of sharks isn't limited to the ocean. Listen to locals tell stories of D...
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