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PADI, Photography & Videography

PADI Underwater Photography

Course Location

SPAIN, BELIZE

Course Duration

2 Days

Capture the breath-taking sights to be found in the world beneath the waves. Being able to capture these moments, whilst scuba diving, is a skill that every aspiring marine conservation should pursue. This course also counts towards the Advanced Open Water Diver course and your Master Scuba Diver rating.

  • Through hands-on training during two scuba dives and guidance from your PADI Professional, you’ll discover: 

    • How to select the best underwater camera system based on your needs, budget, and diving conditions.

    •  Master the PADI SEA (Shoot, Examine, Adjust) method to quickly refine and improve your photography skills. 

    • Understand key principles of composition to capture visually stunning and well-balanced underwater images.

    •  Develop practical techniques for adjusting lighting, focus, and exposure to enhance the quality of your digital underwater photos.

  • This course is ideal for:

    • Students & Aspiring Marine Biologists – Gain hands-on experience in marine research and conservation, building a strong foundation for future studies and careers.

    • Young Professionals – Expand your expertise in marine science, conservation, or diving, enhancing your skill set for career advancement.

    • Recreational Divers – Take your diving skills to the next level while deepening your understanding of marine ecosystems.

    • Aspiring Underwater Photographers & Filmmakers – Develop the skills to capture stunning underwater images and footage while learning about ethical marine storytelling.

    • Anyone Passionate About the Ocean – Whether you're looking to start a new adventure or make a meaningful impact on marine conservation, this course is for you!


    Why should I choose this course?

    All of our courses are run and accredited by experts. This is to ensure you receive the best possible education and have the best chance at securing your dream job in the future. Our commitment to this means that we will always provide the best quality experience and training possible. Our accredited courses are run by experts in their specific field, giving you access to the best possible training on the market and assuring the quality of every course we deliver.

  • What's included varies depending on your chosen course location. You can see each location below.


    Whats included in Spain

    • Shared accommodation. Think cosy, comfortable and communal rather than a 5 star hotel. A €100 course discount is available if you would prefer to arrange your own accommodation. We can also provide camping/hostel options if you need to reduce the prices further.


    • Food (for full priced shared accommodation guests only): Half Board / Breakfast and Dinner included.


    • Transport: All transport within Tenerife during the course. Please note: This does NOT include airport transfers.


    • Equipment: All equitment is provided to successfully complete the course.


    • Courses 1 week or more includes at least 2 trips on the water in our Conservation Research Vessel


    • Mentorship: Each course participant will receive one on one mentorship as well as being involved in group learning. This is in addition to practical workshops. The mentorship doesn't end there; individuals will have access to mentors to further their understanding and knowledge on an ongoing basis. Participation in the course automatically joins you as part of our Global Citizenship network where you will have access to; newsletters, communication with the organisation, with the option to keep in touch with mentors.


    • Experiential learning programme: We believe the best way to learn is to get out there and do it for yourself. All of our courses have a strong experiential learning focus, meaning that you will receive hands on learning in the field alongside all the essential theoretical knowledge.


    • Essential daily reflection meetings, to build the information into your learning process. Reflection of the experience and learning from that day is the heart of experiential learning.


    • Global Citizenship Resource Centre: Access to our worlds first resource library to learn and help you to open your eyes to the world and see how you can be part of the conservation change we are trying to create.


    • Certificate of Completion: This is not an ‘attend-and-pass course,’ candidates will have to successfully pass an end of course examination to receive the qualification. There are three levels of certificate of completion; Pass, Merit or Distinction. For the PADI and RYA courses, you will also receive your respective accredited certificates.


    • Transferable skills to put on your CV broadening your career prospects; team work, clear communication, time management, wider reading, broader knowledge, practical application, experience working in another country with people from different cultures.


    • On successful completion of the course and dependent on the quality of participation, we are happy to provide a professional reference for any future job application.


    • Participating in the course means you are joining a wide network of people in your given field. 


    • Global Citizenship Voucher: Each participant will receive a symbolic €50 voucher to donate towards whichever of our three focus areas they deem most suitable; climate change, plastic pollution, community action.


    • Career Pathways Session: Our team will help you to outline further career pathways you can take as your next steps after the course.


    • FREE workshop on working in marine conservation around the world.


    What's included in Belize 


    • Shared accommodation on a 1 acre private tropical island. The accommodation is simple but cosy. It may not be 5 star but the island and caribean ocean views certainly are 5 star. 


    • 3 meals a day plus, early morning snacks and a mid-afternoon or late evening snack every day while on the island.


    • Boat transfers to and from the private island.


    • Equipment: You must bring your own wetsuit, dive mask, fins, and booties. A dive computer is also mandatory for any diver that wants to dive deeper than 18m/60ft or for those taking the PADI Advanced Open Water certification course with us. All other equipment required to complete the course is included in the price.


    • Experiential learning programme: We believe the best way to learn is to get out there and do it for yourself. All of our courses have a strong experiential learning focus, meaning that you will receive hands on learning in the field alongside all the essential theoretical knowledge.


    • Transferable skills to put on your CV broadening your career prospects; team work, clear communication, time management, wider reading, broader knowledge, practical application, experience working in another country with people from different cultures.


    • Participating in the course means you are joining a wide network of people in your given field. 


    • Certificate of Completion: You will receive your respective accredited certificates for all of the PADI courses you complete successfully. 


    • Additional education and opportunities about the conservation efforts taking place in Belize and chances to get involved in the conservation first hand and put your new course skills to the real test. 

  • To be applicable for this course you must:

    • Hold a PADI open water diver qualification. If not, no problem, you can take a course HERE!.

    • Be Medically fit for diving.

    • Have an enthusiastic and positive attitude. You will be placed within small groups so that we can work at different levels of ability, with tailored learning and mentorship to suit all abilities and previous experience individuals.

    • Minimum age of 10 years.

  • Price & information for each location 


    Join our course in Spain 


    For only €365 

    or

    Only €185 for the course only (provide your own food and accommodation). 


    Discounts are available for groups, families and course bundles, please contact us here for more information on pricing and discounts.



    Join our course in Belize 


    For only €245 


    Please Note: This PADI Specialty requires the PADI online eLearning course: Digital Underwater Photographer. This must be completed prior to arrival, for only €180. 


    Total course cost of only €425

In Partnership with The Fair Earth Foundation & Reef Conservation International

Additional Info

Free Time Activities 

We’re a work hard, play hard kind of organisation. Therefore, on top of your busy course schedule, we also provide the best possible, authentic and ethical experiences whilst either in Spain or Belize

Weekends are free time where you can take part in a range of ecotourism activities such as:

  • Surfing

  • Paddle Boarding

  • Kayaking

  • Nature Tours

  • Wildlife Sanctuaries

  • Horse Riding 

  • Cultural Experiences

  • Temples & Ruins

  • Workshops

  • Wellness & Yoga

  • Caving

  • Ziplinning 

  • AND SO MUCH MORE

Contact us HERE for additonal ecotourism activities

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