Collected So Far – and We're Just Getting Started!

Thanks to our dedicated center clean-ups and passionate divers, we’ve already removed an incredible amount of plastic from our oceans—but this is just the beginning! Join the movement by collecting debris on your dive and logging it in our app, or take part in one of our center clean-up events. Together, we can make a real impact and turn the tide on ocean pollution!

0 kg of plastic removed from the ocean since May 2025

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Blue Oceans Community

Protecting the ocean is a significant challenge—but you don’t have to do it alone. Join the Blue Oceans community and be part of a global movement that is making a real difference, together.

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Ocean Education

Stay engaged with the latest ocean conservation topics and expand your knowledge through the Blue Oceans Program and our social media channels.

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Get involved and make a difference! Explore environmental events happening near you and take action by joining an event in your area.

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Mission Statement

Protecting Our Oceans

The SSI Blue Oceans movement supports the conservation and sustainable use of aquatic environments, including oceans, seas, coasts, and waterways, and their magnificent diversity of plant and animal species.

Blue Oceans Community

We believe in the power of community and collaboration. Blue Oceans serves as a platform where Blue Oceans Centers can exchange ideas, share success stories, seek assistance, and share projects. By connecting with fellow Centers and like-minded individuals, Blue Oceans is fostering a movement dedicated to conserving aquatic environments.

Dive with Purpose – Choose Blue Oceans Center!

At Blue Oceans Center, every dive is more than just an adventure—it’s a chance to protect our oceans. Join a community of passionate divers committed to removing marine debris, preserving marine life, and making a real impact. Whether you're logging your dives, participating in clean-ups, or exploring stunning underwater sites, you're helping create a cleaner, healthier ocean. Dive in, make a difference, and be part of the change!

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Check out these clean-ups happening right now all around the globe.

Feb 26, 2026

Beach Clean Up

Join us and help clean the beaches of Koh Tao. Meet at the restaurant opposite Crystal Dive Resort reception area.

Feb 26, 2026

Dive Site Clean Up

Help clean up our dive sites. Need to be a certified diver and have logged a dive within the last 6 months to register. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Feb 27, 2026

Weekly Beach Clean Up Oceans 5 Gili Air

Weekly Beach Clean-Up at Oceans 5 Gili Air Every week at 17:00, Oceans 5 Gili Air organizes a community beach clean-up in front of our dive center — and everyone is welcome to join. Together with guests, locals, students, and our dive team, we spend about an hour cleaning the beach and nearby areas, helping to stop rubbish from reaching the ocean and the reefs around the Gili Islands. You don’t need to bring anything — we provide gloves and rubbish bags for all participants. Just show up, help out, and be part of something positive for the island and the marine environment. After the clean-up, we take a group photo to celebrate the effort, and everyone is invited to enjoy a free drink as a small thank-you for helping to keep Gili Air clean and beautiful. At Oceans 5 Gili Air, conservation is not just something we talk about — it’s something we do, every week, together with the community. Join us, make a difference, and help protect our underwater office.

Feb 27, 2026

Blue Oceans Clean Up Dive

Join us for a clean up dive around the Utila Cays. Help the local environment underwater, then get treated to a fun dive for a job well done!

Feb 28, 2026

Cleanup Dive

Come along and help us to keep the fascinating underwater world healthy and clean! Once a month we go to different beaches and remove civilization waste from fishing lines to plastic bottles...

Feb 28, 2026

Limpieza de Playa

Limpieza Mensual del Departamento de Educación Amabiental Siempre elegimos las playas que tienen mayor necesidad.

Feb 28, 2026

The Trash Bash

The Ocean Warriors' Trash Bash is a monthly cleanup event where we give back to the Ocean we love by cleaning up our favourite sites, underwater and on land. We dedicate the last Saturday of every month for our underwater Trash Bash dives. The last Saturday of every month | Departure: 08:00 hrs ONE dive from the day's 2- or 3-tank dives is a dedicated cleanup dive, where you dive for FREE!! All-Inclusive Experience: Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, towels, and a delicious Maldivian breakfast onboard. For 3-tank day trips, we'll be stopping over at a local island for lunch before heading back for the final dive of the day! Join us and GIVE BACK to the Ocean!

Feb 28, 2026

NOO KANDU

Join us for a Blue Ocean environmental clean-up activity led by Seacrest Scuba on the beautiful island of Ukulhas This hands-on event brings together divers, snorkelers, residents, and visitors alike to protect the ocean we all love. Participants will work alongside the Seacrest Scuba team to collect marine debris from beaches, shorelines, and the water’s edge, helping to reduce plastic pollution and safeguard fragile coral reefs and marine ecosystems. The activity not only removes harmful waste but also raises awareness about responsible ocean stewardship and sustainable practices. Whether you’re an experienced diver or a passionate ocean lover, this clean-up offers a meaningful way to give back to the environment, make new friends, and enjoy the natural beauty of Ukulhas’ clear blue waters. All equipment (like gloves and collection bags) is provided — just bring your enthusiasm and respect for nature! Together, we can help keep our home, our ocean, clean, vibrant, and thriving for generations to come.

Mar 01, 2026

Happy to Clean

มาร่วมทริปทำความดี เก็บขยะกัน Get ready to clean! Please join us to do something good as a return to the sea by cleaning up the sea.

Mar 01, 2026

Happy to Clean

มาร่วมทริปทำความดี เก็บขยะกัน Get ready to clean! Please join us to do something good as a return to the sea by cleaning up the sea.

Ocean Education

Learn more about the ocean.

Education is key to igniting change and fostering stewardship of our oceans. Blue Oceans is committed to providing accessible and engaging educational resources through the Blue Oceans educational materials on the SSI App. Join us on a journey of discovery and education as we dive deeper into the blue.

Responsible Diving

How you can become an Eco-conscious Diver.

6 Tips for

Eco-conscious Diving

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Tip #1: Do Not Touch Marine Life!

Take Only Photos, Leave Only Bubbles

Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of your dive, but please leave seashell souvenirs where they belong and avoid touching marine life. Pro eco-diver tip: Refrain from buying seashells, shark teeth, or other marine life souvenirs.

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Tip #2: Be Mindful of Coral Reefs!

Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Many regular sunscreens contain oxybenzone and octinoxate—chemicals that contribute to coral bleaching. Reef-safe sunscreens, usually zinc-based, are a safer alternative that does not harm corals. Be sure to stock up on reef-safe sunscreen before heading to tropical destinations. Sunscreen tip: Look for sunscreens made with zinc oxide as the main ingredient.

Tip #3: Master Your Buoyancy

Control Your Buoyancy

As an eco-conscious diver, strive to perfect your buoyancy on every dive. Good buoyancy control helps conserve air, making your dive more relaxed and enjoyable while also preventing accidental contact with the reef and marine life. Be especially mindful of your buoyancy when navigating swim-throughs.

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Tip #4: Eat Sustainably

Choose Sustainable Seafood or Reduce Seafood Consumption

Consider reducing your intake of seafood and meat. If you do eat seafood, choose locally sourced, sustainably caught options and consult sustainable seafood guides. Opt for land-based foods grown without harmful fertilizers, and whenever possible, eat locally and organically.

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Tip #5: Take Action!

Participate in Clean-Up Events

Joining or organizing clean-up events is a fun and effective way to protect aquatic environments. While beach clean-ups are the most common, cleaning lakes, rivers, and streams also plays a crucial role in keeping our oceans healthy. Great locations for a clean-up: Beaches, lakes, rivers, and streams.

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Tip #6: Spread the Word!

Educate and Inspire Others

Lead by example—adopt and promote sustainable diving habits. Share knowledge and resources through conversations, workshops, or social media to raise awareness and encourage positive change within the diving community. Small actions can lead to a big impact!

Ocean Education

Recommendations for Divers

You can actively protect your underwater world by learning more about the world’s aquatic ecosystems in the following SSI Ecology Specialty programs. Expand your knowledge and improve your skills–register today!

The SSI Marine Ecology Specialty program is the best way to discover the exciting science of marine ecology and become an underwater naturalist. Enhance your dives in a new way. Earn the SSI Marine Ecology specialty certification now!

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Sharks are vital for healthy oceans and are truly spectacular to dive with! Join the SSI Shark Ecology program and learn how to dive safely with sharks, why their behaviors are misunderstood and more. Start online today!

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Diving with mantas and other rays is one of the best dive experiences you will have. Learn how to safely interact with rays and recognize different species with the SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty program.

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Learn how to identify fish with the SSI Fish Identification specialty program and enhance your dives! Discover all you need to identify common families of Caribbean, Indo-Pacific and Red Sea reef fish and earn your SSI Fish Identification specialty certification.

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Discover the wonders of coral reefs with the SSI Coral Identification Specialty program. In this coral dive specialty program, you will learn all that you need to identify common families of coral species and enjoy diving these incredible underwater ecosystems.

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

You will learn to identify sea turtles species, discover their history and role in marine ecosystems, and threats to their survival. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification.

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Do you have a passion to save the ocean and the marine animals that call these oceans their home? Does the thought of diving with whales fascinate you? Learn more about the biology and ecology of these fascinating marine mammals in the SSI Marine Mammal Ecology program.

minimum age

5-8

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Unlock the mysterious world of marine invertebrates. From sea stars to squid and everything in between, discover fascinating facts about these unique animals in the SSI Marine Invertebrates specialty program.

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Explore sea slugs with SSI’s Nudibranch Ecology course. Discover their movement, sensory organs, reproduction, feeding, defense, and ecological roles. This course offers a deep dive into these unique creatures, ideal for marine enthusiasts. Join us and delve into the world of nudibranchs.

minimum age

3-6

suggested duration in hours

academic sessions

Ocean Education

Educational Materials

Help spread awareness and inspire action by downloading educational posters and materials to share with your dive center and local community.

Educational Posters

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Ocean Education Instagram Posts

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SSI Blog Posts

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Nov 06, 2025

Explore the most exciting jobs involving diving - from science and salvage to public safety. Turn your dive skills into a meaningful profession.

Why Mangroves Matter: Discover These Spectacular Ocean Forests

Oct 09, 2025

Discover why mangroves are vital to ocean health, marine life, and divers - plus where to dive among them and how to help protect these coastal forests.

Act now – make a difference and show you care!

Did you successfully organize a beach clean-up? Celebrate your impact! Tag your photos on Instagram or Facebook with #blueoceansprogram, #ssiblueoceans, or mention @blueoceansprogram to be featured in the SSI Blue Oceans Hall of Fame. Remember, every action counts!

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