BIRA Packages
Projects like this rely on the generosity of our partners and volunteers to develop and grow. In order for us to create an awesome adventure for you we do require a tuition to cover your expenses while on program. We have various packages depending on your current diving experience.
Below you will see the package options available depending on your current diving experience. All prices are in Indonesian Rupiah.
ALL CONSERVATION DIVE MASTER AND RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PACKAGES INCLUDE: ACCOMMODATION, TRANSFER FROM MAKASSAR AIRPORT TO BIRA (ONE WAY), TWO PROGRAM SHIRTS, VISA ASSISTANCE, PRE-ARRIVAL ONLINE TRAINING, PRE-ARRIVAL SUPPORT, LISTED DIVE COURSES, FOUR CONSERVATION AND RESEARCH SPECIALTY COURSES, ADVANCED OCEAN GARDENER CORAL COURSE, AND ALL ORIGINAL INDO OCEAN PROJECT WORKSHOPS
DIVEMASTER
Description: For advanced divers who have completed most of their diver training before their program start date.
Prerequisites: For candidates who have completed their Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, CPR/First Air & O2 Provider courses prior to their program start date. Have a minimum of 40 logged dives and have been cleared for diving by a doctor.
Courses Included: PADI/SSI Divemaster, SSI Marine Ecology, SSI Shark Ecology, SSI Manta & Ray Ecology, SSI Sea Turtle Ecology, Coral Restoration & Identification.
Minimum Time Commitment: 8 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 46,000,000 IDR
RESCUER
Description: For experienced divers who need to complete their rescue course during their program.
Prerequisites: For candidates who have completed their Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver courses prior to their program start date. Have a minimum of 20 logged dives and have been cleared for diving by a doctor.
Courses Included: Rescue Diver, EFR CPR/First Air & Oxygen Provider, PADI/SSI Divemaster, SSI Marine Ecology, SSI Shark Ecology, SSI Manta & Ray Ecology, SSI Sea Turtle Ecology, Coral Restoration & Identification.
Minimum Time Commitment: 10 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 54,750,000 IDR
ADVANCED
Description: For divers with beginner knowledge and experience who have completed their first diving course with a few extra dives.
Prerequisites: For candidates who have completed their Open Water Diver training prior to their program start date and have been cleared for diving by a doctor.
Course Included: Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, EFR CPR/First Air & Oxygen Provider, PADI/SSI Divemaster, SSI Marine Ecology, SSI Shark Ecology, SSI Manta & Ray Ecology, SSI Sea Turtle Ecology, Coral Restoration & Identification.
Minimum Time Commitment: 12 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 63,750,000 IDR
BEGINNER (ZERO TO HERO)
Description: For applicants who have no previous diving experience and need to complete all the required prerequisites to complete your Divemaster certification.
Prerequisites: Comfortable in the open water, can complete a timed 400m free swim and tread water for 15 minutes, have been cleared for diving by a doctor.
Course Included: Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, EFR CPR/First Air & Oxygen Provider, PADI/SSI Divemaster, SSI Marine Ecology, SSI Shark Ecology, SSI Manta & Ray Ecology, SSI Sea Turtle Ecology, Coral Restoration & Identification.
Minimum Time Commitment: 14 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 74,500,000 IDR
RESEARCH DIVER
Description: For divers who do not want to complete the divemaster course and just focus on conservation and research activities and courses.
Prerequisites: For candidates who have a minimum of Rescue Diver certification. Have a minimum of 60 logged dives and have been cleared for diving by a doctor. You must be a competent diver before entering this program.
Courses Included: SSI Marine Ecology, SSI Shark Ecology, SSI Manta & Ray Ecology, SSI Sea Turtle Ecology, Coral Restoration & Identification.
Minimum Time Commitment: 6 weeks
Additional Weeks: 4,450,000 IDR/week up to a maximum 6 add on weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 32,150,000 IDR
NOT INCLUDED IN PROGRAM FEES
- Flights, Travel & Visa Costs (3,250,000 IDR + $50 USD)
- Travel & Dive Insurance
- In Country Spending Money
- Meals (can eat for 20,000 IDR+ per meal)
- Divemaster Crew Pack and Training Manuals (3,850,000 SSI / 4,200,000 IDR PADI**)
- Divemaster Processing Fees (Agency Dependant)
- Equipment Rental (1,200,000 IDR/month**)
**Prices are subject to change depending on project changes and requirements**