Teen Scuba Camp - Marine Biology Surf Camp

North Carolina was rated #1 by Scuba Diving magazine as the top diving destination in North America.  Join teens from all over the world for an overnight adventure that will open your eyes to a new incredible marine biology view of our amazing oceans!

Escape to the vibrant world below the warm, clear waters of the Atlantic. Whether you were born and raised along the coast or have spent your life inland, these marine biology programs are for any teenager who feels drawn to what lies beneath the ocean’s shifting surface. You will be trained by some of the best divers on the east coast, and by the end of the program, you will receive your SCUBA Certification by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors PADI. Get a close-up look at the rays, tropical fish, corals, lichen, and other aquatic wildlife found in the waters off Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. You will explore the sunken Hyde and Markham Ships during your checkout dive. When you’re not spending time on the beach surfing, you’ll be on your way to becoming a PADI certified SCUBA Diver!

This adventure is designed for absolute beginner to intermediate surfers ages 13 - 17.  SCUBA Diving is not only a lifelong passion for many people-it is a door-opening experience to the world of marine biology research. 

• Spend your first week learning how to surf or improving your skills
• Spend your second week earning your PADI SCUBA certification
• Attend Academic Training sessions where you will develop a knowledge base about scuba diving and the diving environment
• Take a behind the scenes marine biology tour of the North Carolina Aquarium
• Visit the world Renown Sea Turtle Hospital and learn about turtle rehabilitation
• Explore the Hyde and Markham ships in warm, crystal clear waters
• Swim with a wide variety of marine life such as rays, sea turtles, dolphins, tropical fish, and corals

This two week marine biology camp adventure costs $3495 and includes the following: all lodging on UNCW's beautiful campus, meals, 24-hour adult supervision, PADI SCUBA course materials and instruction, shuttle to and from Wilmington's international airport (ILM), equipment (surf board rental, rashguard usage, dive equipment), daily transportation, t-shirt, activity fees, certificate of achievement, and your graduating class photo. Check in is noon on the first day and check out is by noon on the last day.

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2010 Scuba Camp Dates:

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• July 3 - July 15 FULL
• July 17 - July 29 FULL
• July 22 - July 29 FULL