Transforming Hospital Stays into Adventures with Real-Time Underwater Exploration on the Great Barrier Reef
At Oceanic Escapes, we are dedicated to enhancing the hospital experience for pediatric patients and their families.
Through our innovative use of advanced underwater technology, we provide a unique and immersive distraction from the challenges of medical procedures and extended hospital stays.
By allowing children to control an underwater robot on the Great Barrier Reef in real-time, we offer an extraordinary opportunity to discover marine life, learn about the ocean, and experience a world of wonder and joy, all from the comfort of their hospital beds.
REAL ADVENTURES
Through our advanced Teleportal technology, pediatric patients can control underwater robots and explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef in real-time, providing a unique and captivating distraction from the challenges of hospitalization.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Our program offers an engaging and educational escape that helps alleviate fear, anxiety, and boredom, fostering emotional resilience and improving the overall well-being of young patients and their families during medical treatments.
BENEFITS
With support from the Starlight Foundation and James Cook University, Ocean Escapes has shown significant increases in patient engagement, particularly among those traditionally difficult to reach, showcasing the impact and potential of Oceanic Escapes.
Unlocking Smiles Since June 2024:
Supporting 12 Hospitals Across Australia
Westmead
Teleportal's Pediatric Program
Ocean Escapes
Oceanic Escapes is committed to transforming the hospital experience for young patients and their families by leveraging cutting-edge underwater technology.
This innovative approach not only brings joy and excitement but also aids in reducing anxiety and promoting overall well-being during their healing journey.
If you care for pediatric patients anywhere in the world, we would love to hear from you.
About Ocean Escapes
At our core, we believe in the power of technology to bring joy and educational value to children facing challenging times, especially those in hospitals. That’s why we’ve partnered with James Cook University and the Starlight Foundation to offer a unique opportunity to children’s hospitals.
This platform allows young patients to embark on virtual underwater adventures, exploring the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef through the eyes of our remote-controlled robots. It’s an engaging, immersive experience designed to entertain, educate, and provide a much-needed escape from the hospital environment.
Understanding the importance of accessibility and ease of use, our system is designed to be seamlessly integrated into the hospital’s existing entertainment and educational frameworks. With support from our partners, we’ve developed a platform that is not only cutting-edge but also simple to navigate for both administrators and users.
Delivery Partners
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our delivery partners for their dedication in implementing and managing the Oceanic Escapes program, ensuring a seamless and impactful experience for pediatric patients and their families.
Financial Partners
With the generous support of our financial partners, we are able to bring the magic of underwater exploration to children in hospitals, significantly enhancing their healing journey and overall well-being.
Our Underwater Robots
Accessible To All
Our underwater robots allow anyone regardless of their medical, financial or geographical restrictions to discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
Low Latency
Using the latest StarLink Satellite communications with AWS Control Servers our robots have an average latency of less than 250 ms worldwide.
Easy To Use
Control our underwater robots directly from any web browser using classic gaming keyboard commands or touch controls on your mobile device.
Our robots use the latest robotic technology to deliver high definition video with minimal latency anywhere in the world.
Photo Gallery
Take a photograph of the unique animals you discover underwater, then download your photos from our gallery and share them with friends and family.
Carbon Neutral
We are currently the only carbon neutral tourism company operating on the Great Barrier Reef. Discover the reef today without leaving any impact.
LiveStream
Watch people control our underwater robots live on the Great Barrier Reef right now for free and say hello in the chat.
Our Dive Locations
True Clownfish
Green Island
Green Island is situated 30km northeast of Cairns on the Great Barrier Reef. It is a long-standing marine protected area with a plethora of resident marine life inhabiting its shallow lagoon and fringing reefs.
Yellowtail Fusilier
Coral Trout
Angel Fish
Green Sea Turtle
Ocean Escapes
We donate 10% of all profits to help pediatric patients discover the Great Barrier Reef with our Ocean Escapes Program.
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