PADI AWARE Specialist Course

See more than just fish — discover the full story of the reef.

The ocean is a complex and fascinating ecosystem, and the PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course teaches you how to recognize the relationships and behaviors that make it come alive. Go beyond basic identification — learn how marine life interacts, survives, and shapes its environment.

Whether you’re diving coral reefs, muck sites, or seagrass beds, this course will help you appreciate the underwater world in a whole new way.

Location: Lembeh
Minimum Age: 10 years old
Prerequisites: PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
No. of Dives: +2 dives which will be counted from your existing dive package
E‑Learning: Yes, sign up here

What You’ll Learn:

How to identify major marine life groups (fish, invertebrates, plants, etc.)
The role of different species in the aquatic ecosystem
Predator-prey relationships, symbiosis, and camouflage
How to dive with minimal impact and increased awareness

Why take this course?
This course is perfect for divers who love marine life and want a deeper understanding of what they see underwater. It’s especially valuable for photographers, conservation-minded divers, and anyone curious about the hidden behaviors of the reef.

“Become a more mindful diver — explore the reef like a naturalist”

PADI E-Learning

Start your scuba training digitally whenever, wherever it’s convenient for you. PADI eLearning is the easiest way to fit scuba lessons into your busy schedule. Work at your own pace, online or offline, using your computer or mobile device. Schedule in-water training whenever you’re ready.

Bastianos Divers offers courses PADI’s eLearning courses, which can greatly minimize time spent in the classroom during your holiday.

Sign up here for your eLearning course now