Komodo & East of Flores with Dr. Rodney Salm, 19th June to 3rd July 2018
Dear Friends of the Seven Seas and the Coral Triangle
Join our exclusive Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition led by renowned coral reef ecologist Dr. Rod Salm. Explore the vibrant marine life of Komodo National Park and discover stunning coral reefs that showcase resilience against climate change. This diving expedition in the Coral Triangle offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience pristine underwater ecosystems and learn about marine conservation from an expert with over 50 years of experience.
Our journey will take you through the Lesser Sunda Islands, including the beautiful and biodiverse waters East of Flores. With a focus on coral reef resilience, this trip combines adventure and education, making it perfect for divers interested in both exploration and environmental stewardship. Don’t miss this chance to dive in the Indian Ocean’s rich waters and contribute to ongoing research on reef survival Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition
Book your spot now for the ultimate marine conservation diving trip that blends spectacular seascapes, diverse cultures, and expert-led discussions on the effects of global change on coral reefs. Whether you are a seasoned diver or new to the underwater world, this Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition promises a memorable and impactful experience.
Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition, In adventuring to out of the way places, it is always so uplifting to see the colors, textures and vibrancy of healthy coral communities. We can experience some of the very best of this vibrancy in the Lesser Sunda Islands, in the heart of the Coral Triangle, from Komodo National Park in the West, to the islands East of Flores and beyond.
The Seven Seas will be organizing an epic expedition to this area, combining the Komodo and East of Flores itineraries in a 14 night trip from June 19th to July 3rd 2018 (yes, this year!). We will be exploring and experiencing a great variety of reefs along the journey from West to East, across the gradient from the warm and clear waters of the Flores Sea in the North, to the cooler and nutrient rich waters of the Indian Ocean and Savu Sea in the South.
Join our Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition with Dr. Rod Salm, a coral reef ecologist with 50 years of experience. This special journey explores the resilient reefs of Komodo National Park and East Flores while offering unique insights into climate change’s impact on marine ecosystems. Rod will lead diving activities and discussions on reef conservation, making this an unforgettable expedition through the heart of the Lesser Sunda Islands.
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition, where remote reefs, vibrant marine life, and untouched islands await. This expertly guided Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition is perfect for divers seeking both adventure and meaningful learning experiences. Along the way, you’ll explore sites rich in biodiversity, from the iconic Komodo National Park to the lesser-known but equally stunning reefs east of Flores. Throughout the Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition, you’ll dive with manta rays, sharks, and schools of reef fish in crystal-clear waters. One of the highlights of this Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition is the opportunity to engage with marine experts onboard, adding depth to every underwater exploration.
Whether you’re drawn to dramatic coral walls, muck diving sites, or simply the serenity of being at sea, this Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition promises unforgettable moments. With a passionate crew and top-tier dive support, your Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition will be as safe as it is spectacular. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this extraordinary Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition — a journey through some of Indonesia’s most beautiful and resilient marine ecosystems.
Rod shares, “Our trips with the Seven Seas are always great. As a longtime observer of coral reefs, I look for areas showing resilience to global stresses—these places give me hope.” He also studies damaged reefs to understand causes like heat stress, acidification, starfish outbreaks, or destructive fishing, always asking: what’s really driving the change?
Participants’ thoughts and input will be most valuable and could potentially be used to improve future field assessments of reef health and resilience as affected by climate change and other contributing factors. Hope you will join us!
Rod and the Seven Seas Team.
ABOUT DR. RODNEY V. SALM
SENIOR ADVISER EMERITUS, PACIFIC MARINE PROGRAM, THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
Rod was raised in Mozambique and has a Ph.D. from The Johns Hopkins University. He has 50 years’ experience working principally for WWF, IUCN, and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in international marine conservation and ecotourism. This work has taken him to remote parts of the Indian Ocean, Arabia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, the Arctic and Antarctic. Although now retired, Rod’s principal focus remains conserving coral reefs in the face of global change, including warming seas, ocean acidification, and escalating use and threats.
He achieves this through his position as Senior Adviser Emeritus for TNC’s Pacific Division Marine Program and as a contributing member of the TNC Reef Resilience Network. Rod is the author of Marine and Coastal Protected Areas: A Guide for Planners and Managers. Published by IUCN in its third edition in 2000, this book serves as a widely consulted reference for researchers and experts on marine conservation. In 1999, Rod joined TNC to lead marine conservation in the Asia Pacific. His work had resilience to climate
Rod was raised in Mozambique and has a Ph.D. from The Johns Hopkins University. He has 50 years’ experience working principally for WWF, IUCN, and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in international marine conservation and ecotourism. This work has taken him to remote parts of the Indian Ocean, Arabia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, the Arctic and Antarctic.
Although now retired, Rod’s principal focus remains conserving coral reefs in the face of global change, including warming seas, ocean acidification, and escalating use and threats. He achieves this through his position as Senior Adviser Emeritus for TNC’s Pacific Division Marine Program and as a contributing member of the TNC Reef Resilience Network.Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition
Rod is the author of Marine and Coastal Protected Areas: A Guide for Planners and Managers. Published by IUCN in its third edition in 2000, this book serves as a widely consulted reference for researchers and experts on marine conservation. In 1999, Rod joined TNC to lead marine conservation in the Asia Pacific. His work had resilience to climate change as a principle focus and grew from the need for a field application response to coral bleaching in the western Pacific to a global program on coral reefs and resilience.
In addition to development and stewardship of innovative science and management strategies for tropical marine ecosystems and species, Rod has played a strong role in training and mentoring conservation scientists from many countries and leading teams of citizen scientists to assess coral reef resilience as a contribution to local conservation efforts.Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition
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Rod is based in Kailua, Hawaii. Join Rod in the Komodo and East of Flores diving expedition to gain firsthand insights into coral reef conservation and resilience in one of the most spectacular marine environments in the world.
change as a principle focus and grew from the need for a field application response to coral bleaching in the western Pacific to a global program on coral reefs and resilience. In addition to development and stewardship of innovative science and management strategies for tropical marine ecosystems and species, Rod has played a strong role in training and mentoring conservation scientists from many countries and leading teams of citizen scientists to assess coral reef resilience as a contribution to local conservation efforts. Rod is based in Kailua, Hawaii.
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