Broadreach: Program at Sea - Fiji Shark Studies
- Location(s): Fiji
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Work alongside conservationists and researchers, and dive with sharks in a controlled environment. Dispel negative myths surrounding sharks and discover how they’re vital to ocean ecosystems. Observe bull, lemon and tiger sharks, all on a single ... read more
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I gained a lot of diving experience from this trip which was very worthwhile. I was able to see a culture that I'd never seen before and this is an experience I'll never forget. A student - Lesley University View Entire Review
I gained new friends, increased confidence, and I caught the travel bug. I'd say it was worthwhile. A student - University of Maine - Orono View Entire Review
I learned so much about sharks for one thing, and how they play huge role in the lives of the Fijian people we met; a stark contrast to the way sharks play a role in our life back in America. But I also learned a valuable lesson about perspective, because most of the people we met had very little material things, but were happie... Hannah Pierce - Lesley University View Entire Review
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Work alongside conservationists and researchers, and dive with sharks in a controlled environment. Dispel negative myths surrounding sharks and discover how they’re vital to ocean ecosystems.
Observe bull, lemon and tiger sharks, all on a single dive. At the Shark Reef Marine Reserve, dispel the myths that surround sharks and observe multiple species in a controlled setting. Learn all about shark biology and behavior. Contemplate their incredible survival over the past 400 million years and discuss their future. Even assist with research and conservation efforts. In Fiji, the study of sharks isn’t limited to the ocean. In a Fijian village, listen to locals tell stories of Dakuwaqa, the ancient Shark God.
