Blue Ocean Conservation Award
About the Award and Our Recognition
The Blue Ocean Conservation Award recognizes organizations demonstrating outstanding commitment to marine conservation through scientific research, public education, and the promotion of participant and animal welfare and safety.
How we earned this recognition
- Scientific Research: Every dive collects ID photos and behavioral data used to monitor local shark populations and inform conservation studies. Our team documents sightings and contributes data to research initiatives.
- Public Education: Professional briefings and in-water instruction from marine biologists translate current science into accessible learning for every guest, turning curiosity into stewardship.
- Participant and Animal Welfare: We employ science-based, non-invasive protocols and trained shark-safety personnel to prioritize safety and minimize disturbance; physical interventions are performed only by experienced staff and/or when absolutely necessary. These safety protocols promotes safety for both, participants and sharks.
- Measurable Impact: Our programs track conservation contributions—data submissions, community outreach events, and the number of guests educated—demonstrating clear outcomes that align with the award’s standards.
- Best-practice Standards: We follow established, research-informed protocols, and maintain continual staff training, to ensure ethical, responsible marine tourism.
