All divers play a role in conservation. Here’s how to proactively protect the beautiful and fragile Red Sea coral reefs

Don’t feed the fish
Don’t feed, chase, touch, harass or capture any marine life

Practice bouyancy
Practice buoyancy control to reduce accidental damage to coral reefs

Avoid stirring up sediment
Watch your fins – try to avoid stirring up sediment which can upset habitats

Don’t touch coral
Don’t touch or step on coral

Don’t wear gloves
Don’t wear gloves (it can increase the chance of touching or stabilising yourself on the reef)

Choose biodegradable
Reduce plastic use – bring a reusable bag, water bottle, cutlery and straw

Buy reef-safe sunscreen
Buy reef-safe sunscreen before you travel – some chemicals in sunscreen have been shown to cause bleaching and harm coral DNA

Avoid placing cameras
Avoid placing cameras on reefs or moving marine life to capture a better shot

Say no to souvenirs
Take nothing. Say no to shells and other marine life souvenirs

Leave only bubbles
Bin all litter – from cigarette butts to food wrappers