Marine Biology

Broadreach offers epic summer marine biology programs for teens.

If you’re looking for a next-level marine biology summer camp, we’ve got the program for you. Imagine learning about rare marine life, then jumping off your floating classroom to see your lessons come to life. After you surface, ask your marine biologist instructor about the cool new things you observed during your dive.

Broadreach marine biology programs are an action-packed, hands-on learning adventure. As middle school and high school students, you’ll get to study marine science in a way that few can. Explore the ocean and its creatures under the guidance of oceanographers, marine scientists and conservationists. Hop from one island to the next while living aboard a boat, or live and work at renowned research centers. Learn about tropical marine species – and then come face-to-face with them moments later on a dive! Students will conduct hands-on research with experts in marine biology, help implement conservation initiatives in marine sciences and more – all while living and working with a group of new amazing friends!

Whether it’s swimming with tropical marine life in the Caribbean Leeward Islands, restoring and protecting coral reef nurseries in Curaçao, or getting up close to majestic sharks in Fiji, it’s hard to match the immersive experiences offered on Broadreach marine biology summer camps.

During summer marine biology adventures, students will:

  • Conduct hands-on research alongside professional marine biologists.
  • Help implement sustainable initiatives in marine conservation.
  • Come face-to-face with the marine animals and corals they are studying.
  • Live and work with a small group of like-minded students (perhaps on a boat!).
  • Have opportunities to earn PADI dive certifications.
  • Perform meaningful community projects.
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Get ready for a marine biology adventure, where colorful reefs, mangrove channels, and sea grass beds are your classroom!

Highlighted Marine Biology Programs

Caribbean: St. Martin, St. Barths + Saba

Caribbean 12-Day Intro to Marine Biology

Middle School
Overview

Dive into a marine biology adventure!  A combo of diving, sailing and marine biology instruction… PLUS the fun and friendships of a liveaboard adventure.


Highlights
  • 12-day liveaboard adventure
  • No experience necessary
  • Focus on marine biology instruction
  • Scuba + sailing certifications available
  • Must be 12 years old by program start

2025 Programs
June 20 - July 1, 2025$5,180Limited
July 5 - July 16, 2025$5,180Limited
July 20 - July 31, 2025$5,180Available
August 3 - August 14, 2025$5,180Available
Middle School
Overview

Level up your diving in the world’s oldest marine reserve in this advanced land-based scuba adventure! Become an Advanced Open Water diver while learning about corals and exploring the island through hiking, land sailing, and a donkey sanctuary.


Highlights
  • 12-day land-based adventure
  • PADI Open Water certification or equivalent required
  • Open to students completing grades 6-8
  • Earn your PADI Advanced Open Water certification, Peak Performance Buoyancy specialty, Reef Renewal Diver specialty and Sea Turtle Ecology and Research Diver specialty

2025 Programs
July 5 - July 16, 2025$5,280Available
Caribbean: St. Martin + the Leewards

Caribbean Marine Biology Voyage

High School
Overview

Hop aboard a floating classroom. Sail across the Leeward islands. Learn to scuba dive, sail and practice underwater research.


Highlights
  • 17-day liveaboard adventure
  • No experience required
  • Earn 2 natural science college credits
  • Scuba + sailing certification available

2025 Programs
June 14 - June 30, 2025$6,880Available
July 3 - July 19, 2025$6,880Available
July 23 - August 8, 2025$6,880Available
High School
Overview

Live at a research station. Investigate the health of coral reefs while completing dozens of shore dives. Explore Curacao above and below the water.


Highlights
  • 20-day land-based adventure
  • Assist with coral restoration project
  • Earn 2 natural science college credits
  • Multiple scuba certifications available

2025 Programs
June 18 - July 7, 2025$7,480Available
July 11 - July 30, 2025$7,480Available
High School
Overview

Study whales and dolphins in the Azores, also known as the Hawaii of Europe! Participate in research and data collection as you understand how the region turned from a whale-hunting to a whale-watching society.


Highlights
  • 16-day land-based adventure
  • 2 natural science college credits available
  • Open to students completing 9-12 grades

2025 Programs
June 28 - July 13, 2025$6,780Available
High School
Overview

Swim with sharks and advance your diving skills. Experience beautiful Fijian landscapes and culture while engaging in shark research and conservation.


Highlights
  • 22-day land-based adventure
  • PADI Open Water (or equivalent) certification required
  • Must be at least 15 years old
  • Research and swim with sharks
  • 3 natural science college credits available

2025 Programs
June 18 - July 9, 2025$8,280Waitlist
July 12 - August 2, 2025$8,280Available
High School
Overview

Adventure into the rainforest. Cruise the beach for signs of sea turtles. Protect exotic wildlife. Experience conservation in action.


Highlights
  • 14-day land-based adventure
  • No experience required
  • Participate in hands-on data collection of sea turtle hatchlings
  • Earn 2 natural science college credits

2025 Programs
June 15 - June 28, 2025$5,680Available
July 5 - July 18, 2025$5,680Available
July 21 - August 3, 2025$5,680Available