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Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia starts at $4,649 USD. For full pricing, visit the provider’s website.

What are the age requirements for Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia?

Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia requires participants to be at least 18 years old.

Is housing provided for Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia?

Yes, the program includes housing. Participants stay in hotels.

What's included in Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia's fee?

The program fee includes accommodation, some activities, airport transfers, some meals, transportation, and wifi.

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Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia

Q: Where is Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia located?

Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia is located in Indonesia.

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Gili Shark Conservation Project

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Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia

Gili Shark Conservation Project

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Location

Indonesia

Length

6 weeks

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Program Details

Compensation

Unpaid

Timeframe

Year Round

Housing

Hotel

Language

English

Age Min.

Pricing

$4,649

Price Details

6 weeks $4,649 USD
+ 4 weeks internship + $500 USD

What's Included

Accommodation Activities Some Activities Airport Transfers Some Meals Transportation Wifi

What's Included (Extra)

PADI Shark Conservation Specialty Course
PADI Scientific Diver Specialty Course
Minimum 1 Subwing trip
8 dives a week including rental equipment and guides
Shared accommodation in a boutique hotel
Breakfast during project days
In-country transportation
Visa Support

What's Not Included

Airfare Domestic Airfare Travel Insurance Visa

What's Not Included (Extra)

The Gili Shark Conservation Package does not include:
Rental of Dive Computer
Refresher Course a Refresher course
Indonesian VISA
Your flight ticket
In-country spending money
Travel and/or dive insurance

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About Program

Would you like to become a PADI Divemaster while you join the Gili Shark Conservation Project? We have the ultimate package for you! Take your first step towards becoming a Dive Professional, working alongside experienced marine biologists and dive instructors from around the world.

The goal of your internship is to become a PADI Divemaster, as well as a guide for research dives. You will help the research team of NGO Gili Matra Bersama to execute underwater roving video surveillance, roving survey dives, photographic identification, coral health index surveys, coral restoration, manta tow surveys, land & marine based time-lapse projects, how to analyze and input data, and much more!

By the end of your divemaster conservation program you might even be guiding your own research dives around the Gili Islands Lombok!

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Program Highlights

Become a PADI Divemaster while assisting our research team
Get to work with a passionate group of marine scientists, instructors, social media experts, and entrepreneurs from around the world
Learn a minimum 10 different research methods
Get unlimited diving: up to 4 dives a day!
Experience what it's like to live on a paradise island in Indonesia

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Join our 4-week shark research program in the Gili Matra Marine Reserve. Dive into shark conservation with research dives, masterclasses, and hands-on training in methods like Photo ID and BRUV—requirements: PADI Open Water with 15 dives, passion for sharks, marine science background is a plus.

📆 Dates: 29th March – 23th April 2026
💰 Price: $3.149 USD (all inclusive)
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Jane Kurth

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Divemaster Conservation Program in Indonesia

Job Title

Operational Manager & Guest Relation

Jane, from Cornwall, England, developed a love for the ocean through spending her childhood on the beach. During surfing trips all over the world, she discovered scuba diving and coral restoration, leading her to become a PADI Instructor. Jane worked for 18 months on a remote island off Borneo, living in a tent while restoring coral reefs and engaging in turtle conservation. She holds a Natural Sciences degree from Durham University and has over 6 years of professional experience from JP Morgan Chase and a hedge fund in London, which she leverages to support marine conservation projects’ financial sustainability.

Staff Spotlight: Jane

What is your favorite travel memory?

My favourite travel memory was solo travelling through the Philippines. I surfed every day in Siargao, then went wreck diving in Coron, penetrating large Japanese World War II ships, some over 145 metres long. After that I sailed across Palawan, camping on beaches and discovering pristine reefs. I did the whole trip without a phone, which made it even more special. It was just the ocean, nature, and adventure.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

Working here has allowed me to bring together my corporate background and my passion for marine conservation. I’ve grown as both a communicator and a leader, learning how to connect with people from all walks of life, whether it’s inspiring students underwater, supporting my team, or building partnerships. More than anything, I’ve learned that positivity and resilience are just as important as technical skills when it comes to driving meaningful change.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

Not exactly a return student but one who did not want to leave. They joined us for the Divemaster Conservation Program, then interned with us for eight months. Afterwards they based themselves on Gili Air to write their masters thesis on CoralWatch, a citizen science program that we use at Gili Shark Conservation. They only left recently after getting a marine science job in Raja Ampat. Watching their journey, from student to intern to professional, was incredibly inspiring. It showed me how transformative this kind of hands-on experience can be.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I would choose the Divemaster Program. It’s such a unique opportunity because it combines earning a professional diving qualification with learning how to weave conservation knowledge and marine biology into guiding. For me, it’s the perfect bridge between science and experience. You’re not just leading dives, you’re teaching people to see the reef through a conservation lens. That ability to inspire others while growing as a professional diver makes the program truly special.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

Our company is unique because we don't just focus on science, we focus on people. Whether it is students joining us for the first time, interns developing professional skills, or divers gaining a new perspective, our goal is to connect people to the science in a way that is accessible and inspiring. We believe conservation is not only about collecting data, but also about building awareness, changing behaviours, and creating a community of ocean advocates. By combining education, hands on research, and personal experience in the water, we take a holistic approach that makes our work impactful far beyond the reef itself.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Staying aligned in mission, people, and impact is key. When these three elements move in sync, they build trust, strengthen collaboration, and inspire others to take action. This harmony will not only drives real change, but also ensures that the work and effort we do remains meaningful and sustainable.

Tania smiling at the camera in front of a beautiful turquoise blue ocean back drop

Britania Hasiholan

Research Coordinator

Cakra Adiwijaya

Community Officer & Senior Researcher

About Gili Shark Conservation Project

We are an international marine research center that hosts researchers, scientists, and ocean lovers worldwide. A place in the heart of our community where we provide education in solving oceans-related issues. A home to people who want to make the world a little bit more beautiful. We educate, train, and empower local talent to become leaders of...