In the SSI Marine Ecology specialty program, you will learn how ocean organisms interact with each other and their environments. You will be taught how energy flows through communities and the links between different ocean ecosystems. With your newfound knowledge, you will appreciate the marine life you dive with even more! Start online today and earn your SSI Marine Ecology Specialty certification.

Sea turtles are some of the most wonderful animals to dive with. You will want to dive with them even more after completing the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty program! This specialty program provides the skills and concepts you need to recognize and identify common sea turtle species. It teaches you about the fascinating history of sea turtles, their role in marine ecosystems and threats to their survival. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification.

Coral reefs are prized among divers and rightly so; drifting over a healthy reef filled with bustling marine life is magical. These precious ecosystems are fascinating, and the SSI Coral Identification specialty program is the best way to learn more about coral reefs and get the most out of your reef dives. In this coral dive specialty program, you will learn how to identify different corals and earn your SSI Coral Identification specialty certification.

The world’s oceans are home to thousands of fish species, and you will encounter plenty of these fascinating creatures on your dives! In this course, you will be taught all the skills and concepts you need to identify common families of Caribbean, Indo-Pacific and Red Sea reef fish. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Fish Identification specialty certification.

Join the SSI Manta and Ray Ecology specialty program and you will learn how to dive with rays and recognize different ray species. You will be taught how rays contribute to healthy ocean ecosystems and why these precious animals need our protection. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty certification.

Do you have a passion to save the ocean and the marine animals that call it their home? Does the thought of diving with whales fascinate you? Do you want to learn more about the ecology, biology, and conservation of marine mammals? The SSI Marine Mammal Ecology program introduces you to the wonders of these amazing creatures. Dive into the world of whales, dolphins, and seals to explore this amazingly diverse group of marine animals. In this program, you will learn what makes marine mammals distinct from land mammals, discover where they live, explore their physiology, and how to identify various species. You will also learn about marine mammal conservation - a great way to help save the ocean. What are you waiting for? Start your SSI Marine Mammal Ecology training online today!

In the SSI Shark Ecology program, you will learn how to interpret shark behaviours, why they are often misunderstood and how dive with sharks. This is a perfect course for shark fans and for divers who are nervous about sharks but want to overcome their fear. Upon completion of this program, you will earn your SSI Shark Ecology Specialty certification and no doubt become an avid shark diver. Start today!

Dive into the wonders of marine invertebrates with our new SSI ecology specialty — Marine Invertebrate Ecology. This captivating series covers topics like invertebrate evolution and the ecology of simple and complex invertebrates like nematodes, sponges, jellyfish, sea stars, nudibranchs, and squids. You will explore the connections between humans and marine invertebrates and their impact on coral reefs. This program raises environmental awareness, especially within the underwater world. This program will increase your environmental awareness and help you appreciate the marine life you dive with even more! Start online today and earn your SSI Marine Invertebrate Ecology Specialty certification.

This globally recognized certification is the best way to begin your lifelong adventure as a diver. Personalized training is combined with sessions in the water to ensure you have the skills and experience needed to become truly comfortable underwater. You too deserve an SSI Open Water Dive certification!

The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time. You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and undoubtedly want to go diving again. Endless scuba diving adventures are waiting for you and this course is where it all begins. Start today!

We will help you to spot, hunt and prepare lionfish. They are an invasive species on Curacao that threaten the reef systems, the more we remove from the reef the better for the marine life around our island. Lionfish are super tasty when you prepare them as ceviche, put them on the BBQ or fry them in oil. Fresh fish direct form the sea to your plate.

With the SSI Try Scuba course you can experience your first unforgettable breaths underwater. With an instructor at your side, you can dive in confined water without any worries and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba certification card and can hardly wait for your next dive. Because there are countless diving adventures waiting for you and this course is just the beginning. Start today!

Diving in currents opens up a world of new dive sites and you will often find the most spectacular marine life in places exposed to strong currents. Go shore diving and you will discover with the simplicity of a simple beach walk and explore your favorite dive sites with ease. But waves, tides and currents can have a huge impact on the diving experience and affect your safety underwater if you don't know how to deal with them. This is the best course to improve your diving skills and understanding so you can safely and confidently enjoy diving in different environments. In the SSI Waves, Tides and Currents Specialty program, you will learn the skills and knowledge you need to dive from shore, in currents, rivers and different types of waves. You will gain a better understanding of dynamic open water environments and learn about the environmental conditions that affect dive sites.

As a Deep Diver you will discover some of the world's best dive sites and most sought after marine life. So much awaits you in the deep blue sea. The SSI Deep Diving Specialty teaches you everything you need to dive to depths between 18 and 40 meters through a mix of theory and open water diving. You'll learn how to plan and make your deep diving adventures safe and use computers and gas consumption calculations to get the most out of your deep dives. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore beautiful deep dive sites wherever you want. This SSI specialty is also a requirement for other advanced courses making it the next logical step to get your Deep Diver certification.

The SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty is the best way to improve buoyancy and get the most out of every dive. Buoyancy is an essential diving skill but any diver will tell you it takes time to perfect. With the Perfect Buoyancy specialty, you will learn advanced skills and techniques so you can master your buoyancy faster and enjoy more relaxed diving adventures. With improved body position in the water and better buoyancy control, your air consumption will decrease and you can extend bottom times. In this fascinating program, you'll also learn new skills that protect the environment and work in any situation. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification. With improved buoyancy, you'll soon be able to float even easier, take the underwater photos you dream about and explore the ocean effortlessly.

The ocean is filled with dive sites but many of the best are only accessible by boat. If you want to explore these incredible sites become an SSI Boat Diver. It is the best way to learn to dive safely and confidently from different types of boats. As a boat diver, you can explore offshore dive sites that attract large schools of fish and huge animals you won't find closer to shore. You can experience the excitement of liveaboard diving anywhere in the world, filling your day with diving away from the crowds and sailing on as the sun sets. Using online training and open water sessions, the SSI Boat Diving Specialty program is the best way to learn. This program will teach you all the skills and techniques you need to dive safely and comfortably from boats, including small personal vessels and liveaboards. Get your SSI Boat Diving Specialty Brevet. Start today.

For divers who want to leave their big diving bottle behind, sign up for an SSI SCR Diving experience today! In this SCR course you will try a revolutionary semi-closed rebreather with a system that is easy to use, natural to dive and designed with all diving levels in mind. The Mares Horizon is in a class of its own among dive rebreathers. Enjoy a new diving experience with less bubbles, improved buoyancy and longer dive time. The Mares Horizon semi-closed rebreather is the perfect companion for avid photographers and nature lovers. Get up close and personal with marine life; try SCR Diving today!

As a Nitrox diver you can increase your bottom times or safety margins and of course shorten surface intervals - so you can spend more time exploring the dive sites you love most and less time waiting! In this program, you will learn new skills and increase your diving knowledge while learning how to safely plan and dive with enriched air mixtures containing up to 40% oxygen. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% certification.

The SSI Decompression Diving Specialty will teach you how to dive beyond the no-decompression limits. You will learn to plan and conduct dives to a maximum depth of 40 meters with limited decompression using your recreational total diving system and a single decompression cylinder. You will learn and practice how to effectively use your dive computer features, including switching gases, gas integration, time-to-reserve, and time-to-surface. Using these computer functions will become second nature, enabling you to safely conduct dives with limited decompression without hours of dive planning. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Decompression Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore stunning deep dive sites or larger wrecks without being restricted by the traditional no-decompression limits. The opportunities to expand your diving adventures have just got bigger!

As a Nitrox diver, you can increase your bottom times and safety margins, plus shorten your surface intervals - so you can spend more time diving and less time waiting! In this program, you will learn new skills and increase your diving knowledge whilst learning how to safely plan and dive with enriched air mixtures of up to 40% oxygen. Upon completion, you will earn an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 32% or 40% certification.

Upgrade your skills with the SSI Full Face Diving Specialty and experience unmatched comfort, safety, and control underwater. Learn how to dive confidently with a full-face mask, improve communication, reduce jaw fatigue, and handle emergencies with ease. Also perfect for cold water, advanced recreational diving, and professional applications.

Choosing and buying your dive equipment is one of the biggest and most important investments you will make as a diver, but it is easy to get it a bit wrong. We want you to choose the right dive kit for your needs and know how to look after it properly. With the right knowledge, you can get the most from your investment and enjoy safe and comfortable dives for years to come. The SSI Equipment Techniques specialty is the best way to learn how to choose and store your dive kit. Working with an experienced and trained SSI Professional, you will learn in-depth information about the components of your Total Diving System and develop a thorough understanding of your diving equipment. You will also practice basic preventative dive equipment maintenance to ensure you get maximum performance and longevity from your Total Diving System. Start this dive equipment specialty today!

Correctly mixing gasses is essential to being able to breathe safely underwater. The SSI Gas Blender program teaches you the skills and concepts required to safely blend nitrox and helium-based trimix gases. This non-diving program is open to certified and uncertified divers and teaches proper usage of mathematics, gas blending software, physics, and techniques required to blend breathing gases safely. Upon completing this program, you will earn either the SSI Nitrox Gas Blender or SSI Trimix Gas Blender certification. Get started online today!

In this sidemount diving course, you'll learn everything you need for recreational sidemount diving with one or two scuba tanks to a maximum depth of 30 meters or to your certification depth, whichever is deeper. Sidemount diving is already a common practice for wreck, mine and cave divers, but now more and more recreational divers are discovering its benefits. You don't carry a heavy tank on your back, feel more comfortable in the water and improve your water resistance and trim. You use less energy, can reduce your gas consumption and thus make the most of your diving time. With better buoyancy control, easier access to valves and more redundancy, sidemount diving offers safety and satisfaction. This is the best sidemount diving course to discover and enjoy the enticing benefits of this style of diving. You will learn all the skills and knowledge you need to dive safely and comfortably with single or twin cylinder sidemount equipment.

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Learn how to safely lead certified divers in a variety of environments and conditions. By giving dive briefings, performing site evaluations and leading dives, you'll become a confident Divemaster in no time. Start your diving career as a professional Divemaster.

The Divemaster program is the first step of an exciting journey. Learn to safely guide certified divers in a variety of environments and conditions. By giving dive briefings, performing site evaluations and leading dives you will become a confident Divemaster in no time.

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

Start today - You need to be a Divemaster or equivalent to join SSI´s 3-Step Instructor Training Approach. The training process starts with joining the Assistant Instructor / Instructor Training Course combination accompanied with Digital Learning. After successful completion of the Instructor Training Course (ITC) you will enroll in an Instructor Evaluation (IE) to qualify as an SSI Open Water Instructor. This 10 day training program entitles you to teach various key SSI programs independently like Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue and Dive Guide. For those who want to take more time to learn and to gain valuable teaching experience between the training programs the 3 parts can also be taken as single steps - Assistant Instructor, Instructor Training Course (ITC) and Instructor Evaluation (IE) one after the other at own pace and with a flexible schedule.

Fulfill your dream in paradise! You are already an SSI Assistant Instructor, then complete the path! In a perfect environment on Curacao, in a team with its own "ITC Club House" for living, learning and diving together! It doesn't get any better than this, go for it, places are in high demand! After successfully completing the Instructor Training Course (ITC), you will take part in an Instructor Evaluation (IE) to qualify as an SSI Open Water Instructor. This training entitles you to independently teach various SSI key programs such as Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue and Dive Guide. Not yet an Assistant Instructor? Contact us and check out our pro page for AI dates!

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

The Assistant Instructor certification is the next step after becoming a Divemaster and another step on your path to becoming a dive instructor. It gives you valuable teaching experience. You will practice briefings, teach theory and teach in the water. If you want to continue your career as a diving professional you can complete the Instructor Training Course, pass an Instructor Evaluation and thus become an Open Water Diving Instructor.

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by completing the Divemaster program. All you need is 40 verified dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 verified dives in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. Upon successful completion of the Divemaster program, you will be certified as a Dive Guide. If you want to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster upgrade with at least 60 logged/verified dives. You can upgrade to Divemaster immediately or later by studying the Science of Diving materials yourself and passing the Digital Final Exam, which makes you an SSI Professional. There are thousands of job opportunities worldwide for the next generation of highly qualified divers.

Do you dream of traveling the world as a diving instructor? With this globally recognized certification you can work at SSI Training Centers represented in over 130 countries. This in-depth program provides everything you need to become an SSI Open Water Instructor. Once certified, you can train new SSI divers, teach Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue and train Dive Guides. The possibilities are endless, so start your diving career now!

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Ostracods are a magnificent bioluminescent light spectacle underwater during a special night dive

You can only access the pristine reefs at Eastpoint from the boat, we leave around 08.30AM and return around 03.00PM. We will visit the best diving spots of the Southern Caribbean. Big change of seeing turtles and pelagic species. We also offer you the opportunity to hunt lionfish. Non-divers can join on the boat for snorkeling at Eastpoint bay where we can see starfish.

Come with us to the Superior Producer, the most beautiful wreck on the whole island! We meet at 08h30 in our dive center and drive from here together to the wreck. Please take your passport with you, you need it to be allowed to dive there! 1 dive - ATTENTION! Date can be canceled at short notice, depending on external circumstances (eg if the coast guard moors) - we then go diving at another dive site. Curious - then secure your place now!

Shore diving in Curaçao is convenient, flexible, and perfect for all experience levels. With direct beach access, we just need to gear up and walk into the ocean. We can dive anytime without being tied to boat schedules. There are over 60 official shore dive sites on the island and the beautiful sandy bays offer also great experiences for non-divers. While we dive with you, your companions can relax on the beach or enjoy some snorkeling. Shore diving here is safe, stress-free, and ideal for sharing the adventure. Fun guaranteed.

July 17 - 24, 2027 Skill Level: All Experience Levels Buddy Dive Resort Trip Leader: TBD An unhurried, unspoiled natural paradise with spectacular sunsets, gentle breezes and crystal clear, turquoise waters. Offering 24/7 scuba diving, 365 days a year and access to shore and boat diving, Bonaire is an award winning diving destination that accommodates every skill level, from beginner to advanced diver. Known for some of the best diving in all of the Caribbean. The protected marine park has healthy reefs, relaxed diving, and plentiful marine life. With easy shore diving, Bonaire is a perfect training ground for all levels of certification and for those divers who are pursuing continuing education courses. Buddy Dive is a resort where you can dive, take part in a multitude of activities or just sit back, relax and enjoy the atmosphere. Their personable staff, spacious accommodation, and dive operation has something for every diver that will make your holiday worry-free. No matter which apartment you are staying in, you’re never further than a giant stride away from the beautiful ocean.

Package Includes 8 nights studio suite accommodations (Saturday–Sunday) Daily breakfast 4 themed dinners: Tuesday – Mexican Night Wednesday – Asian Night Thursday – Italian Night Saturday – BBQ Night 6 days of diving (11 boat dives total) 1 day orientation morning shore dive + 1-tank afternoon boat dive 5 days of 2-tank morning boat dives Unlimited shore diving Complimentary Wi-Fi Roundtrip airport–hotel transfers Resort fees, service charges, and taxes Deposit: $600.00 (non-refundable & non-transferable) Payment by Zelle, Venmo, or Check. Credit Card payments add 3%. Final payment 4/20/26 Not included: Airfare to/from Bonaire Package Prices (per person) Double Diver: $2,064.00 Non-Diver: $1,579.00 Single Diver: $2,995.00 Triple Diver: $1,874.00 Triple Non-Diver: $1,387.00 Deluxe Room Rates Double Diver: $1,926.00 Non-Diver: $1,436.00 Single Diver: $2,710.00 Add-Ons Optional Dive Upgrade – 4 afternoon boat dives: $124.00 per person (Pay for 3, get 4 – only $31 per dive) Nitrox: $100.00 per p *** 5 lunches Sunday thru Thursday $160.00 pp NOT INCLUDED: Airfare to / From Bonaire / Tourist Tax for Bonaire which is $75, you can pay online or at the airport: https://tourismtax.bonairegov.com/ The Bonaire park fee, or Stinapa fee is $40 now and can also be paid in advance: https://stinapa.bonairenaturefee.org/ (on the Tourist Tax / you want to do this on line and print a copy / Bonaire requires proof at entry before customs ) INFO: Walk to downtown less then 10 minutes / Restaurants, shops, ect. Advanced Open Water and Nitrox Classes are available if interested Starting from $1874.00

Captain Don's Habitat Bonaire is the home of „Diving Freedom‟! Dive 24 hrs a day, 365 days a year! Tanks are available whenever you want to dive. Habitat roams over a half-mile stretch of coral bluff and overlooks the beautiful and inviting Caribbean Sea. The resort’s popular Rum Runners restaurant represents oceanfront dining at its best. Rum Runner‟s menu features international favorites and daily local specials. The venue also boasts the Pizza Temple serving authentic Italian thin crust pizza. The Deco Stop Bar is a favorite for guests and locals alike for enjoying Bonaire’s world class sunsets and Happy Hours. Facilities: Restaurant, Bar, Swimming Pool, Dive Center, Boutique/Dive Retail Store, 100 seat Conference Center, FREE Wireless Internet available on site. All rooms have Cable TV. Deluxe Junior Suites are located right on the waterfront and have one king-size bed and one queen sleeper sofa, each with a pillow top mattress. The units also have a granite top wet bar with a sink, microwave, coffee maker and small refrigerator. In addition, the units have a coffee table, small work desk with chair, flat panel TV’s, clock radio with iPod dock, laptop safes, closet, full bath with tub, toilet and hairdryer. On the patio or balcony, there is a small breakfast table with chairs and sun lounges. Ocean View rooms are fully air-conditioned rooms with a lovely view of the freshwater pool and the Caribbean Sea. Each room offers 2 queen beds, a desk, cable TV, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hairdryer, laptop safe, full bath w/tub, telephone, and a secluded balcony or patio with comfortable furniture. These rooms also have free wireless internet.

We have our own filling station with 2 well-maintained Bauer compressors. We have 120 air cylinders and 50 nitrox cylinders ready for you. Our dive school is located in the middle of the island. You can drive right up to our filling station the drop off your empty cylinders and grab full ones. We always fill to 210 bar or 3000 PSI. The cleanest air with excellent service for the best price on Curacao. You pay 25 USD per person per day for diving with air, and 50USD for Nitrox ~32%, including weights. Don´t hesitate, choose for Relaxed Guided Dives.

Watamula is the most western dive site on the island, located between Westpunt and Noordpunt. The name Watamula is derived from the Dutch word ‘watermill’ and not without reason. Because currents converge here, it’s impossible to predict what kind of dive you will make and how long it will last. The only way for us te get there, is by our tour boat to West. Other highlight is the Mushroom Forest, over time, the hard coral formations of this dive site have developed in the form of mushrooms. Underneath each of these beautiful coral formations, an abundance of marine life awaits for you to admire and photograph. The shallow shelf gradually descends to a depth of around 6 meters, where the reef starts. The reef gradually descends to a sand floor at a depth of 30 meters or 100 feet. To a depth of 18 meters or 60 feet, the reef mainly consists of brain coral and smooth- and great star coral. Remarkably large brain corals, high pillar corals and star corals sharped like stacks of pancakes are found here.

Watamula is the most western dive site on the island, located between Westpunt and Noordpunt. The name Watamula is derived from the Dutch word 'watermill' and not without reason. Because currents converge here, it's impossible to predict what kind of dive you will make and how long it will last. The only way for us to get there, is by our tour boat to West. Other highlight is the Mushroom Forest, over time, the hard coral formations of this dive site have developed in the form of mushrooms. Underneath each of these beautiful coral formations, an abundance of marine life awaits for you to admire and photograph. The shallow shelf gradually descends to a depth of around 6 meters, where the reef starts. The reef gradually descends to a sand floor at a depth of 30 meters or 100 feet. To a depth of 18 meters or 60 feet, the reef mainly consists of brain coral and smooth- and great star coral. Remarkably large brain corals, high pillar corals and star corals sharped like stacks of pancakes are found here.

Klein Curacao, or “Little Curacao,” is a small uninhabited island located about 10 kilometers southeast of the main island of Curacao. It is known for its white sand beaches, turquoise waters and pristine coral reefs. This remote location offers divers the opportunity to enjoy a spectacular underwater environment without the crowds sometimes encountered at other dive sites. The diving features spectacular vertical walls, underwater caves, and a very healthy population of turtles and other large marine life. We meet at the boat at 06.30AM, the crossing takes 1.5 hours, we have breakfast on the beach, afterwards we get ready for our first dive. After our first dive we enjoy a BBQ on the beach and relax on the longest beach of Curacao. In the afternoon we get ready for a second dive to get back to the main island of Curacao around 05.00PM.

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Every two weeks on Mondays at 9 am we clear the coral trees of algae.

Every day you can make one or more guide dives either from the beach at Playa Daaibooi or from any other location on the island. Please inquire about the possibilities via WhatsApp +59995203989 or via info@divers-republic.com.