2 days, 2 dives, Age 15+

Completed the Tropical Reef Diver Course, but want to learn more? The Venomous Species Reef-Plus Course is a 2 day course designed to take your learning further if you are interested in the venomous and poisonous members of the aquatic world.

What are Venomous Marine Species?

A venomous marine animal is one that is capable of producing venom or inflicting a poisonous bite or sting. Most marine animals have evolved to use their poison for self-protection, rather than for hunting, although some species do use venom to quell their prey.

Examples of marine life that can be classed as venomous include Jellyfish, Anemones, Stingrays, Sea Snakes, Cone Shells, Stinging Coral, Lionfish, Scorpionfish & Stonefish.

In almost all cases of poisoning, the toxin interferes with the nerve membranes and inhibits the passage of nerve impulses. The physical symptons may be felt as nausea, drowsiness, weakness, or vomiting, but severe poisoning can proceed to paralysis and even death.

Poisons from marine animals may become important in the treatment of human diseases. It may be possible to use certain toxins to treat hearing diseases, intestinal troubles, infections, tumors and other ailments.

What will I learn?

The 2-day reef-plus course introduces you to ??? some of the Venomous Species that inhabit our area.

In-water activities are encouraged to further cement your learning. You’ll participate in experiments and excursions to learn about Venomous Species and gain hands-on experience with real marine animals. We’ll take you to some of the best dive sites of Thailand, where you’ll observe and interact with a huge variety of marine species.

The course includes a day learning about Venemous Species - you’ll put this knowledge into practice with 2 dives to some of the most interesting and diverse dive sites of Thailand on the second day of the course.

Who can participate?

You should be eligible to participate in the Venemous Species Reef Plus course if you meet the following criteria:

* Aged 15+
* Certified Open-Water-Diver (or equivalent)
* Certified Tropical Reef Diver (or equivalent)
* Interested in Marine Science
* In general good health and fitness
* Not suffering from cold or ear infection
* Have successfully completed the Aqualogy Buoyancy Check Dive

If you have any concerns about your buoyancy skills, please consider participating in a Buoyancy Clinic before you start the course.

When do the courses start?

Courses start twice a month. To find the exact dates - have a look on the course schedule. You can book now, or come in to see us while you’re here.
Day 1: 9:00am - 4:30pm
Day 2: 8:00am - 3:00pm
We currently run courses in English and German.

How much does it cost?

The price is 5,100 THB. This includes, all your training, manuals, slates, dive equipment rental and transfers to and from your resort. It also includes lunch, tea, coffee and water during the course.

On the boat, we supply breakfast, lunch, drinking water, soft drinks and fruit. We also provide a selection of fruit juices, chocolate milkshake and towels on each trip.

We keep group sizes small to ensure you receive maximum benefit from your tuition. This also minimizes negative impact on the reefs. Our emphasis is on safety, fun and personal service within a relaxed and stress-free environment.