DEEP SPECIALITY

The PADI Deep Diver course teaches you how to safely explore the deeper limits of recreational diving by planning deep dives, managing gas supply, understanding narcosis, and using redundancy systems effectively. You’ll build greater control of your buoyancy at depth and learn the extra safety considerations required beyond 18 metres. With guidance from your instructor, you’ll develop the confidence and practical skills needed to dive safely to a maximum depth of 40 metres, expanding your ability to explore new and exciting underwater environments.

Your learning begins with PADI eLearning, which allows you to complete the theory at your own pace before starting the practical sessions. Once the online portion is done, the course continues over a minimum of two days with a theory review, followed by four open-water dives conducted from the boat. These dives include practicing controlled descents, buoyancy, deep-water safety stops, and handling redundant air systems. You’ll also see how depth affects colours, objects, and mental performance, giving you valuable real-world experience in deep diving.