Marine Ecology

Discover how marine life is interconnected. You’ll learn how food chains work, how species influence each other, and what keeps ecosystems like coral reefs and kelp forests in balance.

What can you expect?

Marine Ecology was developed for snorkelers and divers who want to understand the interconnectedness within marine ecosystems. This specialty program offers in-depth knowledge about interactions between organisms and the dynamics of ocean life.

During this program, you’ll learn how energy flows through food chains, how ecosystems function, and why environments like coral reefs, kelp forests, and the open ocean each have their own unique characteristics. You’ll develop a better understanding of ecological processes and learn to recognize patterns while snorkeling or diving.

Marine Ecology focuses entirely on knowledge development, environmental awareness, and a deeper understanding of underwater life.

23-26°C

heated water
10m

maximum depth
5.000

tropical fish
SSI

certified dive center

Practical info

Snorkel student:
- Minimum age: 6 years

3–6 hours

In a group: €199

Included in the price:

Digital learning materials
Theory training
Guidance by an SSI Professional Specialty Instructor
Certification registration

What's Included & What to Bring

We provide the basics – you bring your personal equipment or rent it on-site.

Included

Dive mask
Snorkel
Wetsuit
Fins

Rent or Bring Your Own

Full-face snorkeling mask.
Rent on-site for €5. While supplies last.

Always Bring

Swimwear
Bath towel

What's Not Allowed

Read our house rules and check what you should leave at home.

How Your Snorkeling Session Works

Check-in

Check in at the counter 15 minutes beforehand. You’ll receive a colored wristband – always wear it visibly, it grants access to the Experience Zone. Your 2-hour snorkeling session starts now.

Change Clothes

Put on your swimwear
Store your belongings in a locker (opened with your wristband)
Go barefoot to the fourth floor (stairs or elevator)

At the Basin

Go through the foot bath and take a shower
Choose your equipment (dive mask or full-face mask, wetsuit, and fins)
Disinfect your equipment
Shower again before entering the water

After Snorkeling

Rinse and disinfect your equipment
Return everything to its proper place
Change clothes on the ground floor
Deposit your wristband in the designated box

Certification and follow-up opportunities

After completing the program:

The participant receives the Marine Ecology Specialty certification
Knowledge is officially registered
The participant has a strong basic understanding of marine ecosystems

After Marine Ecology, you can continue with:

Other SSI Ecology Specialty programs
Other SSI Specialty programs
Advanced courses within the SSI system

These programs build upon knowledge, environmental awareness, and diving experience.

Marine Ecology

What can you expect?

Practical info

Participation requirements

Duration

Price