Costs
The cost of the biology programs is $5,495 per student. This includes all accommodations, food, yacht and small boat activities, PADI Open Water and Advanced SCUBA certification (includes PADI online course fee, confined water training, check out dives, and certification), ground transportation, instructional materials, and all program-related activities. This does not include airfare, optional dinners ashore, snorkeling equipment, DAN diving insurance, and BVI departure tax.
Terms and Conditions
A 50% deposit is required upon enrollment. Before 90 days from the commencement date, a cancellation fee of 20% of the enrollment fee is charged in the event of a refund, regardless of the reason. After 90 days, no portion of the enrollment fee paid herein is refundable. The deadline for enrollment and full payment of fees has been extended, and we are currently accepting late enrollees. Travel insurance is recommended if MANTA has to cancel the cruise due to severe weather or warnings of severe weather.
Summer 2025 Schedule
June 2 – 16: Intro to Marine Science Diving and Coral Reefs: Dr. Rusty Day
High school students invited to apply
June 18 – July 2: Intro to Marine Science Diving and Coral Reefs: Dr. Rusty Day
College students with advanced high school/gap year students
Prerequisites
Students do not require any previous SCUBA diving, or boating experience for participation in MANTA programs. To complete the PADI Open Water Diver or PADI Advanced Diver certifications, students will be required to pass a swim test, and must be physically eligible. Physical eligibility is determined by a PADI medical questionnaire and (if necessary) a doctor’s examination. A valid passport is required for entry to the British Virgin Islands. Acceptance is contingent upon a teacher recommendation, statement of interest, and a disciplinary check.