Ocean Immersion: Introductory Scuba Diving and Coral Cultivation in Porto de Galinhas
State of Pernambuco, Recife
Have you ever imagined visiting Porto de Galinhas and, at the same time, being part of the restoration of coral reefs? Come and take an active part in an exclusive tourism and coral regeneration experience.
Highlights
- Raft ride to and from the site
- Dive with a tank and full gear
- Benefit from a PADI DSD-certified instructor
- Take part in coral regeneration
- Adopt a coral and monitor its development
Description
Discover the Ocean Immersion Journey:
The experience will begin at R. das Piscinas Naturais, 4 - Porto de Galinhas, Ipojuca - PE, 55590-000
Meet and Greet
You'll be greeted with a smile and meet the BioHosts who will accompany you on this experience.
Discovering reef biodiversity
Discover how reefs sustain this vibrant ecosystem and why they are so essential to marine life.
Jangada raft ride to the floating laboratory
Sail by jangada boat through crystal-clear waters to the Coral Biofactory's exclusive floating laboratory.
Full set of scuba diving gear
Receive a wetsuit, mask, fins, and a complete scuba unit suited to your profile and best practices, so you can enjoy scuba diving with peace of mind.
Scuba diving
Dive to a depth of 3 to 10 meters for 45 minutes, accompanied by a PADI DSD-certified instructor.
Explore the reef areas and the coral farm
During your scuba dive, explore the reef areas and the coral farm, where restored corals regenerate and grow.
Tropical snack
Back at the floating lab, enjoy bolo de rolo (a traditional rolled cake) with guava paste, fresh fruit and coconut water to the sound of the waves.
Coral regeneration
Get hands-on and actively participate in preparing and planting coral fragments to regenerate coral reefs.
Jangada raft ride back to the starting point
Relax and take in the paradisiacal scenery as you return by raft to the starting point.
Coral adoption
Within 24 hours of the experience, take guardianship of a coral, become a BioTutor, and monitor the growth of the cultivated corals for 1 year!
Digital album
Within 72 hours of the experience, you'll receive photos taken by the BioHost Guide to share and remember this amazing experience.
Scuba Diving Baptism Certificate
Within 24 hours of the experience, you'll receive the Discovery Scuba Diving Certificate, the gateway to the Open Water Diver course.
Includes
- BioHost guide (Portuguese and English) accompanying you throughout the experience
- Knowledge about marine biodiversity
- Jangada raft ride (round-trip)
- Visit to the Biofactory floating laboratory
- Scuba Diving Instructor with PADI DSD Certificate
- Full scuba diving gear: wetsuit, mask, fins, weight belt, and complete scuba unit
- Best practices for scuba diving (no certification or diving experience required)
- Scuba diving for 45 min (3 to 10 meters)
- Visit to the reef areas
- Visit to the BFC coral farm
- Scuba Diving Baptism Certificate: PADI Discover Scuba Diving
- Snack: Cake with guava paste, fresh fruit and coconut water
- Participate in restoration activities with coral farming
- Adoption of a coral and 1 year of monitoring the cultivated coral
- BioTutor Certificate
- Digital album with photos taken by the BioHost Guide
- A lifelong souvenir of your positive impact on the ocean
- Adventure insurance
Excludes
- Ground transportation
- Professional pictures
Important Information
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Cancellation due to bad weather conditions
We may cancel the booked activity due to adverse weather conditions, such as unsuitable tides, heavy rain, or strong winds. In this case, you will receive a full refund.What is the start time of my experience?
Our experiences depend on the tide level and therefore have varying start times, usually between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Please contact us to confirm the start time for your booking date.Can you take the adopted coral home?
No. The adopted coral needs to remain in the sea, its natural home. The purpose of adoption is to contribute directly to the regeneration of coral reefs. By adopting a coral fragment, you actively support reef restoration work, and for 1 year, you will receive quarterly updates by email, closely following this work and its positive impact on the marine ecosystem.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
