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 DIVEMASTER AND RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PACKAGES INCLUDE: ACCOMMODATION, IN COUNTRY TRANSPORTATION, TWO PROGRAM SHIRTS, VISA ASSISTANCE, PRE-ARRIVAL TRAINING MATERIALS, PRE-ARRIVAL SUPPORT, AND FIVE CONSERVATION AND RESEARCH SPECIALTY COURSES
DIVEMASTER
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 Dive Master, Marine Ecology Specialty, Shark Ecology Specialty, Manta Conservation Specialty, Coral Restoration & Identification Specialty, Turtle Conservation Specialty.
Minimum Time Commitment: 8 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 43,000,000 IDR
RESCUER
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 Dive Master, Marine Ecology Specialty, Shark Ecology Specialty, Manta Conservation Specialty, Coral Restoration & Identification Specialty, Turtle Conservation Specialty.
Minimum Time Commitment: 10 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 51,000,000 IDR
ADVANCED
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 Dive Master, Marine Ecology Specialty, Shark Ecology Specialty, Manta Conservation Specialty, Coral Restoration & Identification Specialty, Turtle Conservation Specialty.
Minimum Time Commitment: 12 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 59,000,000 IDR
BEGINNER (ZERO TO HERO)
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 Dive Master, Marine Ecology Specialty, Shark Ecology Specialty, Manta Conservation Specialty, Coral Restoration & Identification Specialty, Turtle Conservation Specialty.
Minimum Time Commitment: 14 weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 69,500,000 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: Marine Ecology Specialty, Shark Ecology Specialty, Manta Conservation Specialty, Coral Restoration & Identification Specialty, Turtle Conservation Specialty.
Minimum Time Commitment: 6 weeks
Additional Weeks: 4,200,000 IDR/week up to a maximum 4 add on weeks
PROGRAM FEES: 30,650,000 IDR
NOT INCLUDED IN PROGRAM FEES
- Flights, Travel & Visa Costs
- Travel & Dive Insurance
- In Country Spending Money
- Meals (can eat for 20,000 IDR+ per meal)
- Divemaster Crew Pack and Training Manuals (3,800,000 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**