
Indo Ocean Project is a marine research and conservation program in the heart of the coral triangle, training the next generation of dive professionals through our unique conservation dive master internship program. Our field expeditions in Indonesia hosts international and local research projects on marine conservation efforts including marine megafauna, coral restoration, ecological monitoring, community outreach and education programs. We are constantly seeking hardworking and enthusiastic people who take part in our dive master/research diver-training program and join the research team. You don’t need to be a diver or a scientist to take part! Our project relies on the experience and expertise of our participants from around the world.
ECO COMMITMENT
We adopt an economic, environmental and social responsability policy in all our project locations and partnering dive centers.
MISSION
Conserving Indonesia’s marine environment through research, education, and sharing of knowledge.
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NUSA PENIDA
Bali
Project Highlights: BRUV, coral restoration and Penida Turtle ID
Diving Highlights: Manta rays, molas, turtles, thriving coral reefs, occasional pelagics like hammerhead and thresher sharks.
BIRA
Southern Sulawesi
Project Highlights: BRUV, shark ID, coral restoration, MPA development
Diving Highlights: Reef sharks, turtles, incredible coral reefs, occasional pelagics like hammerhead and thresher sharks.
RAJA AMPAT
West Papua
Project Highlights: BRUV, shark and manta ID, biodiversity
Diving Highlights: Reef sharks, manta rays, biodiverse coral reefs, macro critters, occasional whale sharks and marine mammals.
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Project News
Quarterly Report Penida Project November 2023
As we approach the Penida Project’s 6th year of operating we say goodbye to some staff and hello to others! The cold water the last few months have brought in some incredible megafauna sights and we reach our 200th BRUV dropped in the area!
Quarterly Report Raja Ampat October 2023
A new team at the Raja Ampat Project continue the work as we move into our 1st Annivserary! Hear from new manager Selene and Mario and Program Cordinator Shae for all the latest news.
Quarterly Report Bira Project September 2023
In this update we hear from Qinthan, Ben, and Jess at the Bira Project in South Sulawesi for an update on diving, training, and science.