Who should take this course?

Whether purpose-sunk as an artificial reef for scuba divers, or lost as the result of an accident, wrecks are fascinating windows to the past. Ships, airplanes and even cars are fascinating to explore and usually teem with aquatic life. Each wreck dive offers a chance for discovery, potentially unlocking a mystery or spying something others have missed. The PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course is popular because it offers rewarding adventures while observing responsible wreck diving practices.

What will you learn?

There are many different types of wrecks, some of which are protected by laws that guard their historical and cultural significance. Your training starts by reviewing guidelines for researching and respecting wrecks. During four dives you’ll learn:

• SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS FOR NAVIGATING AND EXPLORING WRECKS.

• PRACTICE ANALYZING OXYGEN CONTENT IN YOUR SCUBA TANK.

• SURVEYING AND MAPPING A WRECK.

• USING PENETRATION LINES AND REELS TO GUIDE EXPLORATION.SET YOUR DIVE COMPUTER FOR DIVING WITH ENRICHED AIR NITROX

• TECHNIQUES TO AVOID KICKING UP SILT OR DISTURBING THE WRECK AND ITS INHABITANTS.

Required Equipment

Course Pre-Requisites