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2019 Dates: Oct 3-10, Nov 23-30

August 17-24 (Ross University trip, but all are welcome!),

Join Dr. Erich Ritter (experimental shark behaviorist and avid conservationist) and his organization, SharkSchool, for a week long class that teaches divers, snorkelers, rescue swimmers, and others how to interact with sharks, what to look for when entering the water, and most importantly, how to feel safe among sharks. SharkSchool’s main purpose is to bring humans closer to sharks, focusing on how to interact with these animals while emphasizing their crucial position and importance in the marine realm. (http://www.sharkschool.org/about.html)

Dr. Erich Ritter is the head of the SharkSchool, an organization

Challenge yourself by encountering these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat, knowing that sharks are top marine predators and physically far superior to humans. Once you have learned to interpret shark behavior,  you’ll put your own fear / anxiety aside and be comfortable with sharks.  In addition, you’ll be able to enjoy the entire encounter and to act accordingly and to respond on the basis of scientific knowledge learned, rather than on the basis of presumptions and fear. In this way, your shark encounters are pleasant, incredibly fascinating and safe.

*Ross University students will have the opportunity for additional education tours around the island!

Shark School Package and Costs

The Shark School package includes:

Seven (7) nights at Cape Eleuthera Resort, four (4) person occupancy per condo

Group breakfast and dinner at the Bull Dolphin restaurant at Cape Eleuthera

Five (5) days of lecture with a copy of Dr. Ritter’s book, “Shark-Human Interaction”

Five (5) days of one (1) tank dive with the sharks, followed by in the water interaction with the sharks at shark beach.

Rental car for each four (4) divers for seven (7) days, gas is the guest responsibility, pick up and return at Governor’s Harbour Airport.

Daily gear storage, fresh water rinse and set up at Ocean Fox Cotton Bay dive shop.

Cost for the one week stay and shark school is $2571. Deposit of $600 required, no refunds within 30 days of the school.

Cayman Brac Beach Resort in Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands

with the option for an add-on Grand Cayman for a few days! (this will be priced separate)

Stay at the beautiful Cayman Brac Beach Resort!  Cayman Brac is known for its beautiful reefs (which are protected) and exciting wreck dives (including the MV Captain Keith Tibbetts wreck!).  There are also plenty of hiking trails and caves for those who wish to spend some of their time out of the water!

August 17-24, 2019

Leaders: Bill & Tonya Merritt

$2065 pp Double Diver Rate

$2470 pp Single Diver Rate

$2017 pp Triple Diver Rate

$250 pp Savings for Non-Divers

Included in the package: Airport Transfers, all meals, Wifi, welcome rum punch, cocktail reception, taxes, fees & gratuities, 6 days of 2 tank boat dives, 5 days of 1 tank afternoon dives, and Nitrox

Not Included:  both flights:  Flight from Grand Cayman to Cayman Brac (this will a group booking, but don’t have prices yet) and Flight to Grand Cayman (GMD can assist if you need help), Dive Tips, Alcohol on the resort (pay by the drink) or $200 for 3 drinks a day package.

$600.00 deposit to hold your spot!

Turquoise Bay Dive & Beach Resort

Join us in November for a trip to the Turquoise Dive & Beach Resort in Roatan, Honduras – November 23-30, 2019 (Sat-Sat)

• $961 pp based on double occupancy
  • includes: hotel, taxes, airport transfer
  • 5 days of 3 tank boat dives
  • Gigglin’ Marlin t-shirt
  • Meals, drinks (including alcohol)
  • Wifi & Use of kayaks
• $1,211 per single occupancy ($961 + $250)
• $723 non-diver rate