Marine Biology Trips

Broadreach marine biology summer camps mix adventure with real-world learning.

Our marine biology programs are led by highly qualified marine biologists. and include opportunities for hands-on learning – working with local organizations or scientists on research and conservation. Earn scuba diving certifications and sometimes college credits with other middle school or high school students passionate about marine biology. You’ll build friendships while engaging in activities like diving, sailing, exploring islands, watersports and more! Our trips feature small group sizes and are highly facilitated to create a welcoming, family-like environment for students.

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We offer a variety of marine biology programs, including introductory and advanced marine biology trips.

Explore the ocean above and below the surface, observing rare marine life in spectacular marine ecosystems. Whether embarking on a Caribbean marine biology voyage aboard a catamaran or a land-based program, there are marine adventures for students of all levels.

In addition to our introductory 17-day marine biology Caribbean voyage, high school students can assist with research on sea turtle hatchlings in Costa Rica, contribute to coral reef restoration in Curaçao, dive with sharks in Fiji and more!.

For middle school students, our liveaboard 12-day Intro to Marine Biology Voyage is specially designed for younger students to enjoy a relaxed exploration of marine biology guided by students’ interests.

No matter which adventure you choose, it’s hard to match the immersive experiences offered on Broadreach marine biology summer camps!

Marine Biology Program Highlights

  • Live on a floating classroom on one of our marine biology liveaboard voyages, or opt for a land-based adventure!
  • Work alongside real-life marine biologists, researchers and conservationists.
  • Get up close and personal with the marine life you're studying - sea turtles, sharks, whales, dolphins, coral and more.
  • Earn Scuba certifications in order to observe marine plants, animals and phenomena from below the water.
  • Students can earn college credits on our high school marine biology programs.
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Learn more about Broadreach’s immersive marine biology high school adventures! Engage with real-life marine biologists and explore marine biology career paths as a middle school or high school student.

Popular Marine Biology Trips

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$5,1801 spot left
July 20 - July 31, 2025$5,180Available
August 3 - August 14, 2025$5,180Limited
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
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$7,480Limited
July 11 - July 30, 2025$7,480Limited
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$6,880Limited
July 3 - July 19, 2025$6,880Call for options
July 23 - August 8, 2025$6,880Limited
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

Learn first-hand what it takes to design and implement a conservation project start-to-finish as you assist with real-world projects in Mexico’s Yucatan region!


Highlights
  • 18-day land-based adventure
  • PADI Open Water (or equivalent) certification required
  • 2 natural science college credits available

2025 Programs
June 21 - July 8, 2025$7,180Available
July 11 - July 28, 2025$7,180Unavailable
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
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$8,280Full
July 12 - August 2, 2025$8,280Call for options