Conservation Workshops

CoralWatch Survey & Data Submission Workshop

Introduction:

The CoralWatch Survey & Data Submission Workshop is a hands-on conservation experience designed to introduce divers to coral health monitoring and citizen science. This program combines a guided shore dive with practical underwater coral assessment techniques and a data submission session after the dive.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn how to assess coral health using the CoralWatch colour chart method.

• Identify coral colour changes and understand what they can indicate about reef condition.

• Take part in an underwater coral health survey during a guided shore dive.

• Record survey data accurately using underwater slates.

• Submit collected data to support global coral reef monitoring and conservation research.

• Gain a better understanding of coral bleaching, reef stress, and responsible diver behaviour.

Environmental and Safety Relevance:

Coral reefs are sensitive ecosystems that can be affected by climate change, pollution, and diver impact. By learning how to observe, record, and submit coral health data, divers contribute to valuable reef monitoring efforts while developing a deeper awareness of responsible diving practices. This workshop also helps improve buoyancy awareness and encourages respectful interaction with the reef environment.

Duration: 1 shore dive – full session
Price: 1,200 THB

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Sea Slug Census Workshop

Introduction:

The Sea Slug Census Workshop is a hands-on marine conservation program designed for divers who would like to observe, identify, and record sea slugs and nudibranch species found around Koh Tao. This half-day program combines a guided dive with species identification and observation techniques, giving divers the opportunity to take a closer look at marine biodiversity.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn how to identify sea slugs and nudibranch species commonly found around Koh Tao.

• Develop your ability to observe small marine life carefully and responsibly underwater.

• Understand how sea slugs can be distinguished by their colour, shape, patterns, and habitat.

• Take part in a guided dive focused on species observation and underwater recording.

• Gain a better understanding of the role of small marine organisms in reef ecosystems and biodiversity.

• Improve your underwater observation skills and develop a more controlled, respectful, and environmentally aware diving approach.

Environmental Relevance:

Sea slugs and nudibranchs are important indicators of marine biodiversity within reef ecosystems. This workshop helps divers learn how to observe small and delicate marine life without disturbing it. It also reinforces good buoyancy control, careful finning techniques, and responsible diving habits that help protect the reef environment.

Duration: Half day, 1 dive and workshop
Price: 1,200 THB​

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Fish ID and Reef Survey Workshop
Vertebrates and Invertebrates

Introduction:

The Fish ID and Reef Survey Workshop is a full day marine conservation program designed for divers who want to improve their knowledge of reef life and learn how to participate in underwater biodiversity surveys. This program combines a morning classroom session with two guided survey dives, focusing on vertebrate and invertebrate species commonly found around Koh Tao.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn how to identify common reef fish, invertebrates, and important marine species found around Koh Tao.

• Understand the differences between vertebrate and invertebrate life within reef ecosystems.

• Develop practical underwater survey techniques used in marine conservation and reef monitoring.

• Take part in two guided dives focused on species observation, identification, and data recording.

• Improve your ability to recognise indicator species and understand their importance for reef health.

• Gain practical experience using underwater slates to record your observations accurately during a dive.

• Develop stronger awareness of marine biodiversity and responsible diving behaviour.

Environmental Relevance:

Reef surveys help divers better understand the health, diversity, and natural balance of marine ecosystems. By learning how to identify and record vertebrate and invertebrate species, divers can contribute to conservation awareness and reef monitoring activities. This workshop also reinforces good buoyancy control, careful observation skills, and respectful diving habits in the underwater environment.

Duration: Full day, morning classroom session and 2 dives
Price: 3,000 THB

 

Fish ID and Reef Survey Workshop
Single Shore Dive

Introduction:

The Fish ID and Reef Survey Workshop is a hands-on marine conservation program designed for divers who want to learn more about reef life and take their first steps into underwater biodiversity surveys. This program combines a morning classroom session with one guided shore dive, giving divers the opportunity to focus on either vertebrate or invertebrate species while practicing observation and data recording skills.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn how to identify common reef species found around Koh Tao.

• Focus on either vertebrate or invertebrate species, depending on the program content.

• Understand the role and importance of different species within reef ecosystems.

• Learn basic species identification and observation techniques during the classroom session.

• Take part in a guided shore dive focused on species observation, identification, and recording.

• Gain practical experience using underwater slates to record observations accurately.

• Develop stronger awareness of marine biodiversity and responsible diving behaviour.

Environmental Relevance:

Reef surveys help divers observe marine ecosystems with more awareness and develop a better understanding of reef health. By focusing on either vertebrate or invertebrate species, this workshop encourages divers to notice small details, observe without touching the environment, and build a more controlled and respectful diving approach.

Duration: Full day, morning classroom session and 1 shore dive
Price: 1,200 THB

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PADI Dive Against Debris Workshop
Boat Based Program

Introduction:

The PADI Dive Against Debris Workshop is a hands-on marine conservation program that gives divers the opportunity to take an active role in the fight against marine debris. This full day program combines theory, two guided boat dives, safe underwater debris removal, debris categorisation, and the reporting process.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Understand the impact of marine debris on reef ecosystems and marine life.

• Learn the purpose of the PADI Dive Against Debris program and its data collection process.

• Discover how to identify and assess underwater debris safely and responsibly during the theory session.

• Take part in two guided boat dives focused on locating and safely removing marine debris.

• Learn how to sort and categorise collected debris accurately.

• Contribute to local and global marine conservation efforts through the reporting process.

• Develop a more careful, controlled, and environmentally responsible diving approach.

Environmental Relevance:

Marine debris is a serious threat to coral reefs, marine life, and overall ocean health. This workshop helps divers contribute not only by removing debris, but also by collecting accurate data and submitting reports that support long term conservation work. Throughout the program, safe diving practices, good buoyancy control, teamwork, and environmentally responsible behaviour are strongly emphasised.

Duration: Full day, 2 boat dives, theory, debris removal, categorisation, and reporting
Price: 3,000 THB

 

Microplastic Shoreline and Water Survey Workshop
Conservation Internship Program Activity

Introduction:

The Microplastic Shoreline and Water Survey Workshop is a hands-on internship activity designed to give participants a more scientific and field-based understanding of marine conservation. This workshop combines shoreline microplastic fieldwork, water quality testing, and data analysis to help participants understand how environmental monitoring supports conservation work.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn how microplastic pollution is surveyed in shoreline environments.

• Take part in fieldwork activities focused on sample collection and environmental observation.

• Learn how to assess key water quality parameters such as nitrate, phosphate, salinity, and pH.

• Gain practical experience organising, comparing, and analysing collected data.

• Understand the impact of microplastic pollution on marine ecosystems, coral reefs, and coastal habitats.

• Learn why scientific data collection is important for marine conservation projects.

• Develop a more informed and research based understanding of Koh Tao’s coastal ecosystems.

Environmental Relevance:

Microplastics are a growing environmental threat to marine ecosystems. This workshop helps participants go beyond simple observation by developing a broader understanding of pollution, water quality, field data, and environmental analysis. As part of the Conservation Internship Program, this activity supports research based learning, disciplined data collection, and stronger environmental awareness.

Duration: Shore based microplastic fieldwork, water quality testing, and data analysis
Price: Offered within the Conservation Internship Program

 

Water Quality Testing Workshop
Boat Based Program

Introduction:

The Water Quality Testing Workshop is a hands-on marine conservation program that gives divers the opportunity to assess marine ecosystems from a more scientific perspective. This full day program combines two boat dives, water sampling activities, and the correlation of water quality data with observed reef conditions.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Understand how water quality can affect coral reefs and marine life.

• Learn why key water quality parameters such as nitrate, phosphate, salinity, and pH are important.

• Take part in water sampling activities from different dive sites during the boat dives.

• Learn how to compare collected water quality data with observed reef conditions.

• Gain practical experience connecting underwater observations with environmental data.

• Develop a better understanding of the relationship between reef health, water quality, and human impact.

• Understand the importance of data collection and regular environmental monitoring in marine conservation.

Environmental Relevance:

Water quality is an important indicator of coral reef health and the balance of marine ecosystems. This workshop helps divers go beyond observing marine life by measuring environmental conditions and developing a more complete understanding of reef health. The program strengthens scientific thinking, careful observation, data collection skills, and environmentally responsible diving habits.

Duration: Full day, 2 boat dives, water sampling, and reef condition assessment
Price: 3,000 THB

 

Drupella Snail Impact and Collection Workshop

Introduction:

The Drupella Snail Impact and Collection Workshop is a hands-on marine conservation program that gives divers the opportunity to identify Drupella snails, understand their impact on coral reefs, and take part in controlled collection activities. This full day program focuses on coral health observation, Drupella snail identification, and safe collection techniques during two guided dives.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn how Drupella snails can affect coral reef health.

• Observe the difference between healthy coral tissue and areas affected by coral damage.

• Develop practical skills in identifying Drupella snails and assessing where they are present on the reef.

• Take part in two guided dives focused on coral health observation and controlled collection activities.

• Improve your ability to move carefully underwater, maintain good buoyancy control, and work without touching the reef.

• Learn how to record observations accurately using underwater slates.

• Gain a better understanding of the importance of regular monitoring and targeted action in coral reef protection.

Environmental Relevance:

Drupella snails can negatively affect reef health when they are present in high numbers, as they feed on live coral tissue. This workshop helps divers learn how to observe carefully without damaging the reef, understand Drupella impact, and participate in collection activities only within a controlled and supervised conservation setting. Throughout the program, safe diving practices, respect for fragile ecosystems, correct species identification, and environmentally responsible behaviour are strongly emphasised.

Duration: Full day, 2 dives
Price: 3,000 THB

 

Giant Clam and Crown of Thorns Monitoring Workshop

Introduction:

The Giant Clam and Crown of Thorns Monitoring Workshop is a hands-on marine conservation program that gives divers the opportunity to observe, record, and assess key species that play an important role in reef ecosystems. This full day program focuses on monitoring giant clams and observing the presence of Crown of Thorns starfish during two guided dives.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn about the importance of giant clams within reef ecosystems.

• Understand how Crown of Thorns starfish can affect coral reefs.

• Take part in two guided dives focused on observing and recording target species.

• Learn how to assess the size, location, and general condition of giant clams.

• Record Crown of Thorns starfish observations safely and responsibly without disturbing the reef.

• Improve your underwater observation skills, buoyancy control, and ability to work without touching the reef.

• Gain a better understanding of why regular monitoring of key reef species is important for reef health.

Environmental Relevance:

Giant clams are an important part of healthy reef ecosystems and contribute to marine biodiversity. Crown of Thorns starfish can place pressure on coral reefs when they are present in high numbers. This workshop helps divers learn how to observe and record these species correctly, while developing a more informed understanding of reef health. Throughout the program, safe diving practices, respect for delicate marine life, good buoyancy control, and environmentally responsible observation habits are strongly emphasised.

Duration: Full day, 2 dives
Price: 3,000 THB

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​Shark Conservation Workshop

Introduction:

The Shark Conservation Workshop is a hands-on marine conservation program designed for divers and ocean lovers who want to better understand the importance of sharks within marine ecosystems. Taking place in Tanote Bay, this program combines a classroom session, snorkel observation, and one guided dive to give participants practical experience in shark behaviour, habitat awareness, and conservation.

What You’ll Learn and Experience:

• Learn about the role and importance of sharks within marine ecosystems.

• Gain knowledge about shark species and habitats found around Koh Tao.

• Understand shark behaviour, observation guidelines, and safe interaction principles during the classroom session.

• Take part in a snorkel observation session in Tanote Bay to explore shallow water habitats.

• Join one guided dive focused on shark habitat, reef structure, and marine life observation.

• Gain practical experience recording observations accurately using underwater slates.

• Develop a more informed, respectful, and conservation focused understanding of sharks.

Environmental Relevance:

Sharks are important species for maintaining the balance of healthy marine ecosystems. This workshop helps participants learn how to observe sharks from a safe distance without disturbing them or changing their natural behaviour. Throughout the program, safe diving and snorkelling practices, correct observation techniques, good buoyancy control, and respectful behaviour toward marine life are strongly emphasised.

Duration: Classroom session, Tanote Bay snorkel observation, and 1 dive
Price: 800 THB