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SCHOOL EDUCATION PROGRAM & GUIDED SNORKEL
Fun & Educational
Are you looking for a great outdoor experience for your students this summer, but are tired of them coming away without new knowledge to revel in and share with family and friends? Then perhaps an educational escapade coupled with an exciting snorkel at New Zealand´s first and oldest Marine Reserve is what your students need!
Underneath our different programmes that are available.
These programmess and more can be tailored to the needs of your school
You are always welcome to contact us directly with any and all questions.
We are looking forward to hearing from you, and wish you a fantastic summer.
Guided Snorkel
Fully instructed snorkeling with marine ecology briefing and marine life spotting activity (120 minutes)
We provide your students a safe and exciting guided snorkeling experience coupled with educational activities all about marine ecology and conservation. With the guidance of our specialist instructors, your students will learn how the marine ecosystem functions and gather data from the watery world around them, all the while enjoying New Zealand’s unique aquatic life from beneath the waves.
Guided Snorkel with Marine Lecture
Fully instructed snorkeling tour (120 minutes) with an interactive Marine Lecture for the students (60 - 90 Minutes) at the Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre in Leigh.
We provide your students a safe and exciting guided snorkeling experience coupled with educational activities all about marine ecology and conservation. With the guidance of our specialist instructors, your students will learn how the marine ecosystem functions and gather data from the watery world around them, all the while enjoying New Zealand’s unique aquatic life from beneath the waves. Furthermore, The Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre offers great tailor made programmes. Including a presentation by a marine scientist, explanation of the species in the touch tank and close up examination of various marine species.
Guided Snorkel with Rocky Shore Study
Fully instructed snorkeling tour (120 minutes) with hands on Rocky Shore Study including a Marine Meter Squared (
We provide your students a safe and exciting guided snorkeling experience coupled with educational activities all about marine ecology and conservation. With the guidance of our specialist instructors, your students will learn how the marine ecosystem functions and gather data from the watery world around them, all the while enjoying New Zealand’s unique aquatic life from beneath the waves. In addition, during our fully-equipped rocky shore study, students will traverse the reserve at low-tide, investigating the biology of the inter tidal species and learning about their important connection to all marine organisms.
OUR SPECIAL TESTIMONIAL
We have luckily given many groups of creative children chances to observe the underwater life closely and their lovely feedback letters have become our treasure radiating energy that keeps us making more efforts.
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Phone:
021 926 212
SUPPORT FOR SCHOOLS
Making Dreams Come True
Our goal is to make the Octopus Hideaway open to every school. We’re proud to never have turned a school away for financial reasons, and it’s people like you who help make this a reality. The positive change we see in those who attend one of our programs is truly priceless. Consider making a donation of any size to our school fund account. Every cent counts.