Experience the thrill of of diving to greater depths. The PADI deep diver specialty course offers you the opportunity of a lifetime – going deep to see things others can only dream about. In this course you will experience what it’s like to dive beyond 18m. Down there, it’s different and requires additional training. Learn about safely planning no decompression deep dives to depths of up to 40 m. The purpose of the PADI deep diver speciality course is to familiarize scuba divers with the skills, procedures, techniques, problems, hazards and enjoyment of diving between the depths of 18 meters and 40 meters. Participants will learn the correct use of surface marker buoys, free water ascents and mandatory safety stops. Taken over two days, this course involves two days out on the boat, making a total of 4 dives. There’s also some self-study to do.

The PADI deep diver specialty course is designed to introduce students to the planning, safety aspects and benefits of diving to the greatest depths recommended to recreational divers. Learn about nitrogen narcosis, making emergency decompression stops and how to set up a drop tank. Consider new hazards that may exist at deeper depths, such as reduced visibility, colour loss and colder water temperatures. Practice diving with a dive computer and learn more about safety considerations when planning multiple dives in a day.

The PADI Deep Diver Specialty Course certification is only the beginning! A whole new world of adventure is waiting for you. You can use this course to complement any of our other PADI speciality courses.