Academic Treks - Academic Adventures & Community Service

Broadreach is the world leader in marine biology summer programs for high school students because of our unparalleled course offerings and program locations.

We offer a wider diversity of in-depth courses to more locations than any other company. Join us this summer to earn college credit and discover our world’s marine environments and inhabitants firsthand – from amazing marine mammals more »»

to delicate coral reef systems – in some of the most spectacular habitats imaginable. Scuba dive with dolphins in Belize or sharks in Fiji. Work with sea turtles in Costa Rica or whales in Vancouver. Assist with marine conservation efforts in Saba or learn about tropical marine biology on a live-aboard voyage through the islands. This is just a taste of our adventures! Work and learn alongside professional marine scientists and researchers, and gain access to remarkable hands-on experiences not available to most students. We offer courses with and without scuba diving, trips for certified divers and those who want to learn how, and programs for students who are new to marine science. No experience is required to have a rare and unforgettable marine biology adventure abroad.

Broadreach is the world leader in marine biology summer programs for high school students because of our unparalleled course offerings and program locations.

We offer a wider diversity of in-depth courses to more locations than any other company. Join us this summer to earn college credit and discover our world’s marine environments and inhabitants firsthand – from amazing marine mammals to delicate coral reef systems – in some of the most spectacular habitats imaginable. Scuba dive with dolphins in Belize or sharks in Fiji. Work with sea turtles in Costa Rica or whales in Vancouver. Assist with marine conservation efforts in Saba or learn about tropical marine biology on a live-aboard voyage through the islands. This is just a taste of our adventures! Work and learn alongside professional marine scientists and researchers, and gain access to remarkable hands-on experiences not available to most students. We offer courses with and without scuba diving, trips for certified divers and those who want to learn how, and programs for students who are new to marine science. No experience is required to have a rare and unforgettable marine biology adventure abroad. «« less

The ultimate undersea classroom!
Help protect our marine enviroments
Scuba, explore, research
Learn alongside marine scientists
Earn college credit

read more » Dr. Imogen Hoyle
Director Academic Treks College

Our leaders are the best you’ll find… One of Broadreach’s core strengths.

They are experiential educators and experts in their field from PhD’s to professional scuba instructors, Royal Yacht Masters and wilderness professionals. Each has a dedication to educational travel and a passion to lead, mentor and offer teens valuable insights into the world around them.

Meet Dr. Hoyle:
Dr. Imogen Hoyle works for Broadreach year-round as our College Programs Director, and she can be found out on the ocean during the summer leading trips. Since joining our team in 2008, Dr. Hoyle has led our Marine Biology Voyage and more recently our newest college programs, Tropical Marine Biology and Shark Behavior and Conservation. She obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in marine biology from the University of Plymouth, and her PhD from the University of Bristol in England. Imogen started sailing at the age of 12 and began teaching sailing at the age of 16. She learned to dive at 14 and immediately knew it would be a lifelong affair and profession! Originally from the UK, she has now made her home in the U.S.A.

«« show less Dr. Imogen Hoyle
Director Academic Treks College

Our leaders are the best you’ll find… One of Broadreach’s core strengths.
They are experiential educators and experts in their field from PhD’s to professional scuba instructors, Royal Yacht Masters and wilderness professionals. Each has a dedication to educational travel and a passion to lead, mentor and offer teens valuable insights into the world around them.

Meet Dr. Hoyle:
Dr. Imogen Hoyle works for Broadreach year-round as our College Programs Director, and she can be found out on the ocean during the summer leading trips. Since joining our team in 2008, Dr. Hoyle has led our Marine Biology Voyage and more recently our newest college programs, Tropical Marine Biology and Shark Behavior and Conservation. She obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in marine biology from the University of Plymouth, and her PhD from the University of Bristol in England. Imogen started sailing at the age of 12 and began teaching sailing at the age of 16. She learned to dive at 14 and immediately knew it would be a lifelong affair and profession! Originally from the UK, she has now made her home in the U.S.A.

Trip & Location	Starts	Days	TRIP FOCUS	Activities
Marine Biology Voyage St. Martin, St. Barts, Saba, Statia	June 15 July 8	21 21	Hands-on marine biology for college credit, PADI scuba certifications, Live-aboard Academic Treks Division	Scuba, Marine biology, Island exploration, Sailing, Community service, College credit
Marine Biology Adventure San Salvador, Bahamas	June 25 July 21	21 21	Marine biology studies at Gerace Research Station, Scuba certifications, Island fun Academic Treks Division	Scuba diving, Snorkeling, Hiking, Island exploration, Community service (25+ hrs), College credit
Caribbean Marine Conservation St. Barts, Statia, Saba	June 12 July 7	22 22	Marine resource management and conservation, 10 days at ecolodge, 10-day live-aboard Academic Treks Division	Scuba, Marine biology, Community service (25+ hrs), Sailing, College credit
Dolphin Studies Belize	June 16 July 10	21 21	Dolphin research and island adventure, PADI scuba certifications Academic Treks Division	Marine biology, Scuba, Sailing, Sea kayaking, Research, College credit
Marine Mammal Adventure Vancouver Island, Canada	July 5	22	Marine mammal studies in British Columbia, Sea kayaking, Whale watching Academic Treks Division	Sea kayaking, Camping, Whale watching, Community service with First Nations, College credit
Sea Turtle Studies Costa Rica	June 22 July 13	20 20	Hands-on sea turtle research, Community service, Tropical eco-adventure Academic Treks Division	Rafting, Zip lining, Horseback riding, Snorkeling, Community Service, College credit
Shark Studies Fiji	June 20 July 15	24 24	Shark biology and conservation studies, PADI advanced scuba, Explore Fijian culture Academic Treks Division	Scuba, Whitewater adventure, Cultural exploration, Community service, College credit
Underwater Discoveries St. Martin, St. Barts, Saba, St. Kitts, Nevis, Statia	June 15 June 16 July 8 July 9 July 30 July 31	21 21 21 21 17 17	Introduction to sailing and scuba, Live-aboard, IYT sail training and PADI scuba certifications, No experience required	Sailing, Scuba, Water skiing, Wake boarding, Laser sailing, Island exploration,
Underwater Discoveries Advanced St. Martin, St. Barts, Saba, St. Kitts, Nevis, Statia	June 15 June 16 July 8 July 9 July 30 July 31	21 21 21 21 17 17	Live-aboard diving, IYT sail training, PADI advanced open water, Rescue Diver and specialty certification	Advanced Scuba, Intro to sailing, Watersports, Island Exploration,