This is the expanded version of the Introduction to Coral Restoration course where you will cover a large range of corals paired with new dive sites where you can use your newfound knowledge to spot the corals on the reefs. You’ll be able to identify to the genus level 90% of the corals you’ll encounter on the reef, opening a new window into your underwater world. We will add 6 new genera on Small Polyps Hard Corals, 6 new genera of Large Polyps Hard Corals and 6 new genera of Soft Corals. By being to identify all these coral species, you’ll be able to read the reef like no one. Reading the coral composition will give you infinite knowledge on what the conditions on this particular reef can be, what species of fish and critters you can find, and it’s thriving or struggling. The Amed option has easy shore access and calmer waters. The Nusa Penida option will be conducted at Ceningan divers, with short boat rides to dive at our Nusa Penida restoration site hence the higher cost.

*All proceeds will go towards funding coral restoration with Ocean Gardener and supporting the local community through the income earned by the local guide.