17/06/2026
Still trying to put into words how special our first ever FINstitute shark research expedition was 🦈💙
When we started planning this trip, we had one goal: create the kind of opportunity we always wished existed.
A place where ocean lovers, students, divers, and aspiring scientists could come together to not only experience these incredible animals underwater, but learn about the research, conservation, and science happening behind the scenes.
And somehow… it became even more than we imagined 🥹
A HUGE thank you to our incredible science lead Luca , who poured so much passion into creating and delivering the shark science workshops throughout the expedition. Thank you for sharing your expertise, your journey, and your contagious love for these animals with our group 🦈
We were also lucky enough to have two amazing guest speakers join us along the way — Aahil🪼 from The Manta Trust and Dr. Diego Cardeñosa Diego Cardeñosa . Thank you both for sharing your knowledge, experiences, and the incredible work you are doing for our oceans.
And of course, the biggest thank you to ANSAARU , Hanto , and the entire teams at Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah and APEX FUVAHMULAH for keeping us safe, making us feel at home, and giving us the most unforgettable experience.
To our first expedition crew… thank you for trusting a young organisation with a big idea 💙
Round 2 is already in the works 👀
Maldives April 2027… see you underwater 🦈
