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SSI Boat Diving course

SSI Boat Diving course

5.0(5 reviews)
5 hour(s)
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Lagos, Portugal

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Learn to dive safely and confidently from different types of boats

Access offshore dive sites rich with schooling pelagics and megafauna

Experience liveaboard diving and explore less crowded dive locations

Gain practical skills in boat entry, exit, and equipment management

SSI Boat Diving Specialty Expands Access to Offshore Dive Adventures


Boat diving opens the door to some of the ocean’s most spectacular and remote underwater sites, many of which cannot be accessed from shore. The SSI Boat Diving Specialty program is designed to prepare divers for safe and confident diving from a variety of vessels, ranging from small local boats to large liveaboard dive operations.


By training as a boat diver, participants gain access to offshore environments that often feature richer marine biodiversity, including schooling pelagic species and larger oceanic animals rarely seen in nearshore waters. These excursions also provide opportunities to explore less crowded dive sites and experience extended diving trips, often accompanied by scenic ocean travel and open-water sunsets.


The program combines online learning with practical open-water experience, focusing on essential skills such as safe entry and exit techniques, equipment handling on board, and adapting to varying sea conditions. These competencies are crucial for ensuring comfort and safety while diving from moving or open-water platforms.


Upon successful completion, divers receive the SSI Boat Diving Specialty certification. This qualification enables them to confidently participate in boat-based diving operations worldwide, significantly broadening their access to diverse and rewarding underwater environments.

What's Included
  • SSI Boat Diving Specialty course materials and certification
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
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Melanie G.Google
September 22, 2025

I had an absolutely fantastic weekend doing my orientation dive (and fun dives) with Ocean Divers at Killary Fjord! From the moment I arrived every member of staff and all the other divers were incredibly welcoming, friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was supportive and relaxed, making it easy to feel comfortable even if you’re just starting out like me (10 dives previously). There were a lot of divers, but each in small groups with their own dive master or dive instructor and grouped together in the OW/AOW courses or fun dives. While I had already done my OW elsewhere, I’ll definitely be doing the advanced course and further dives with these guys as the level of dedication and commitment that goes into making their students be successful divers is visible. Bring a bit of patience for the initial response period if you reach out during a very busy time - it‘s hard to respond when you’re always in the water 😄 but I honestly can’t recommend them enough if you’re looking to become a good diver and explore Irelands underwater world with a genuinely lovely group of people.

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michael s.Google
June 29, 2025

I’m doing the drysuit diver course with Oceandivers at the moment. I was having trouble getting my buoyancy right, so had six pool sessions to get it right at no extra charge!! What a crew Oceandivers have. There was no pressure, just take your time and get it right. Dan is always on hand to help you out and the rest of the lads are so helpful. I had my first sea dive for the buoyancy certification today off Dalkey island. It was fantastic!! The extra lessons really paid off. I cannot recommend the Oceandivers crew highly enough. It is and has been a pleasure working with Oceandivers to get my drysuit certification. Can’t wait to get back in the water with the crew!!

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Guo B.Google
June 18, 2025

I got my OW course with Oceandivers in the previous two months and they are really professional and helpful. Especially, I would like to thank my instructor Alan, he is really amazing experience diver and nice advisor. Great enjoy my training with him and also thank other instructors, divemasters and staffs from Oceandivers.

Explore More Unlock the Algarve's Secrets: Your SSI Boat Diving Adventure in Lagos
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Explore More Unlock the Algarve's Secrets: Your SSI Boat Diving Adventure in Lagos

Tired of shore dives? Ready to explore what lies beyond the beach? The stunning coastline of Lagos, Portugal, with its hidden grottos and dramatic sea stacks, is calling. The SSI Boat Diving specialty course is your ticket to unlocking these exclusive underwater realms. This course is your gateway to the Algarve’s best-kept secrets. You'll master essential skills like safe boat entry and exit techniques, managing your gear on board, and deploying a surface marker buoy (SMB) with confidence. Imagine descending from a custom-built dive boat into the crystal-clear Atlantic, exploring vibrant reefs and swim-throughs that are completely inaccessible from the shore. Our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way, transforming you into a skilled and self-assured boat diver. Don't just see the coast—dive it. Elevate your scuba skills and discover the pristine, uncrowded dive sites that make Lagos a world-class destination. Ready to cast off on your next adventure? **Book your SSI Boat Diving course in Lagos today and dive deeper into the beauty of Portugal!**