Start Your Marine Conservation Course Journey on Koh Tao
Join Crystal Dive and The Coral Tribe’s award-winning marine conservation courses and help protect Thailand’s coral reefs. Whether you’re a diver or beginner, there’s a way for everyone to get involved in saving the ocean.
The Coral Tribe is a passionate marine conservation team based on Koh Tao, dedicated to protecting coral reefs through education, training, and hands-on environmental work. With over a decade of experience in reef restoration, coral ecology, and marine science gap year programs, they welcome both divers and non-divers to take part in sustainable diving in Thailand.
Your Path to Sustainable Diving in Thailand
You’ll learn key skills like reef surveying, coral identification, and underwater monitoring through structured workshops and citizen science diving programs. Whether you’re joining us for a short course or a long-term marine conservation internship, you’ll be guided every step of the way by a certified marine science instructor.
Help restore ocean ecosystems, contribute to real-world research, and become part of a global movement protecting marine biodiversity—one dive at a time.
From 5,500 THB
Build Skills with Marine Conservation Courses and Internships
The Coral Tribe offers a range of marine conservation courses and internship programs designed to give you hands-on experience in ocean protection. You’ll learn practical conservation methods, contribute to real citizen science diving programs, and work directly on projects that support sustainable diving in Thailand and beyond.
Marine Conservation Courses
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Join one of our marine conservation courses to deepen your understanding of reef ecosystems and learn how to make a difference underwater. Courses range from beginner to advanced and are taught by expert instructors. Options include:
- SSI Marine Ecology Courses - 1 day
- Citizen Science Overview Course – 4 days
- Reef Check Eco Diver Certification – 4 days
- Instructor Level Courses
Each course includes practical fieldwork, dive training, and digital materials. Perfect for travelers, gap year students, or divers looking to get involved in conservation efforts.
Marine Conservation Internships
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Dive deeper into conservation with our marine science gap year programs and internships ranging from 1 week to 3 months. These immersive programs allow you to:
- Join reef monitoring and coral restoration projects
- Learn field data collection and surveying techniques
- Contribute to scientific research used globally by NGOs and marine authorities
Whether you’re a student, aspiring marine biologist, or eco-conscious traveler, our internships offer a unique opportunity to live and breathe sustainable diving in Thailand.
Explore internship options here.
Prerequisites for Marine Conservation Courses and Internships
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Minimum Age
You must be at least 10 years old to take most of the Marine Ecology Specialties. For our marine conservation courses or marine science gap year programs, you must be at least 16 years old to join.
Minimum Certification Level
For SSI Marine Ecology courses a certification is not necessary unless you want to take the diving aspect of the course. A minimum certification of Advanced Adventurer with Perfect Buoyancy is required for our more extensives courses and internships. Equivalent certifications from other recognised training agencies are also accepted. This ensures all participants can maintain proper control and minimize impact during underwater conservation work.
Medical Statement
You’ll need to be medically fit for scuba diving. Please download and review this Scuba Diving Medical Statement. If you have any questions or medical conditions, we recommend consulting with your physician before booking.
Recent Dive Experience
For your safety and comfort, we ask that all participants have completed a dive within the last 6 months. If it’s been longer, we’ll schedule a Scuba Review session before your program begins to ensure you’re confident in the water and ready to dive into marine conservation activities.
Marine Conservation
Price: From 5,500 THB
Duration: max. 4 dives per day
Minimum age: 10yrs
Prerequisites: Depends on the course or internship
What’s Included in Our Marine Conservation Programs
Whether you’re joining one of our short marine conservation courses or a longer internship, your experience is fully supported from start to finish. Every package includes everything you need to dive into sustainable diving in Thailand and contribute to meaningful ocean protection.
Included in Marine Conservation Courses or Internships:
- Max. 4 students per instructor
- Full set of scuba equipment for the duration of your stay
- FREE use of a dive computer
- Dedicated Marine Conservation Instructor from The Coral Tribe
- Daily boat trips to local conservation sites, with refreshments provided
- 30-day dive accident insurance for all dives with us
- Access to citizen science diving programs and coral monitoring projects
- Discounted accommodation during your course or internship
- 10% discount on future diver-level training and equipment purchases
BIG DISCOUNTS ON PRIVATE ROOMS WITH AC & ENSUITE
With all of our courses you can make use of our private AC ensuite rooms with huge discounts.
When you´re diving its important that you get a good night of sleep. During the length of all courses you can check in to our accommodation with big discounts! Have a look at our latest deals and prices here.
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SSI Marine Ecology Courses
If you are Open Water certified then sign up for these 1 day specialty courses that focuses on specific aspects of the marine ecosystem.
Marine Conservation Internships
From 1 week to 3 months. Take an internship and join The Coral Tribe in their daily projects collecting research data and helping to protect our oceans
Coral Tribe Courses
For more extensive or professional level courses. Check out our Coral Tribe courses for Advanced Level divers with a Perfect Buoyancy certification.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need experience in Marine Conservation to join?
No you don’t. The Coral Tribe are flexible with their placements for training courses or internships, you simply need to have a keen interest in marine conservation.
What diving level do I need to have to join The Coral Tribe?
To conduct marine conservation activities, you are required to have a high level of control underwater. See the minimum prerequisites here.
Can I start a course or internship everyday?
Courses and internships are scheduled depending on the current level of interns and students that are prebooked. If you want to discuss booking a date then please contact us.
