Find out more about this adventure that combines tourism and manta ray conservation in the crystal-clear waters of the Azores.
Does diving in the pristine waters of the island of Santa Maria sound like a good plan to you?
We invite you to take part in Manta Catalog’s and Oceanário de Lisboa’s exclusive conservation tourism programme – Manta Conservation Experience.
But hurry! Spots are almost full.
WHY SHOULD YOU PARTICIPATE?
• Unique Experience: for a week you can swim with Sicklefin devil rays and dive twice a day in the Marine Reserves off the coast of Santa Maria Island.
• Exclusive Programme: limited to 6 participants.
• Contribute to conservation: along with Manta Catalog’s researchers, you will collect data and photographs and contribute to our research and monitoring of manta and devil rays.
• For a good cause: not only will you be able to take part and learn more about the biology and ecology of manta and devil rays, but you will also be financially supporting this conservation project.
EXPERIENCE DETAILS:
• 2024 dates:
| 21 to 28 July
| 28 July to 4 August
• 8 days / 7 nights and 10 dives;
• Workshops and daily briefings;
• Leisure activities on Santa Maria Island;
• Diving certification and proven experience required;
INTERESTED IN FINDING OUT MORE?
Click here and get all the information!
What do previous participants say?
Real testimonies from some of the participants in previous editions:
“Amazing! I couldn’t have asked for more.
Even not including the manta rays it’s been like a great time staying on the boat, really lovely people, interesting people… and then seeing manta rays every day and not just one or two!” – Bethany Smith
“The Azores have captured my heart and soul. I’ve certainly learned a lot from the marine biologist on board. It ́s been interesting diving with them.” – Will Appleyard
I WANT TO SIGN UP!
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the beauty of the Azores and contribute to manta ray conservation. Book your place on the Manta Conservation Experience now by clicking here.