livelihoods for fishers
The most common types of livelihoods to fishers from dive tourism are:
![Warden's Station, Apo Island, The Philippines img_0423-version-2-copy](http://thedivetourist.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0423-Version-2-copy-1-300x238.jpg)
Apo island, the Philippines
Payments
for…
coastal leases
dive user fees
not fishing in no-take zones
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Ferrying divers to Malapascua, the Philippines
Payments for goods and services
including…
transporting dive tourists
fresh fruit and vegetables
handicrafts and souvenirs
cultural performances
local tours
![Dive guides from the local community. Kri Island, Raja Ampat, Indonesia img_4815-copy](http://thedivetourist.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_4815-copy-225x300.jpg)
Kri Eco Resort, Raja Ampat
Training and employment
including…
language training (English or language of dive guests)
high skilled roles (dive professionals [dive masters and instructors], dive managers, conservation managers, office managers and hospitality managers), and
lower skilled roles, including dive guides, boat handlers, tank fillers and carriers, office, hospitality and maintenance staff.
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Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia
Community benefit programs
including…
schools
health
rubbish recycling