Why are shark tours beneficial for Shark Conservation?
Shark experts and eco tourism operators from around the world have recognized the educational value of our tour. While enjoying the encounter and having an experience of a lifetime, the guests are presented with in depth information about shark biology, ecology and behavior and the threats sharks are facing globally.
Our crewmembers have years of experience with sharks and they are ardent conservationist and shark experts.
Dispelling the myth of the mindless killer – the battle against irrational fears
Changing the way sharks are seen in the public eye is an important part of shark conservation. People will not protect what they fear and there is a general lack of concern for the demise of sharks. We find out every day that people are indeed interested and fascinated by sharks - there simply is a lot of misinformation and hype and the sensationalism of news programs feeds on the wide spread fear of sharks.
Nothing corrects that impression like a real life encounter with sharks, under safe and well-supervised conditions. Most guests walk away with a newfound appreciation for sharks and the important role they play in our environment.