Whale Shark Awareness
The PADI Distinctive Specialty Courses with SCUBA HUT. PADI Instructors who have special scuba diving interests and expertise can write their own specialty diver courses. Some of the more popular distinctive specialty courses are described here, but your instructor may teach others that are specific to your local area. Be sure to check with a local PADI dive shop about what is available and unique to the location.
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Whale sharks are the largest fish in the sea, yet are known as gentle giants with little known about their activities or population size. Research and monitoring programs are helping fill these knowledge gaps. Learn about whale shark biology, behavior and distribution. During two scuba dives or snorkeling excursions, practice passively observing these large creatures.
Next Step
Dive in and earn your next certification:
- Find a PADI Dive Center or Resort to take your next specialty diver course.
- Browse the PADI Course Catalog.
- Check out the PADI Master Scuba Diver rating.
