The purpose of this course is to introduce divers to the skills and knowledge, planning and techniques required when diving on a wreck. The course will cover research and location of wrecks, search & recovery techniques, salvage rights, wreck surveys and will teach you the techniques involved in safely diving and penetrating a variety of wrecks.

 

As many of the wrecks available to divers are in deep water, it is an added advantage to hold a deep diver certification prior to embarking on this course.

Whether sunk on purpose as an artificial reef or the result of mishap, wrecks open fascinating windows to the past. Most divers find wrecked ships, airplanes and even automobiles nearly irresistible because they're intriguing to explore, exciting avenues of discovery, and usually teeming with aquatic life. The PADI Wreck Diver course teaches you the ins and outs of rewarding, responsible wreck diving.

 

The fun part of the PADI Wreck Diver course is visiting wrecks, unlocking mysteries and starting to gain the knowledge and experience that allows you to see things that others overlook. Sometimes, only the trained, experienced eye recognizes that a small hole or open door likely caused the vessel's demise.

 

Divers who choose to combine these 2 courses will be entitled to a 10% discount on course costs.

Minimum Age:  15 years
Prerequisites: PADI Advanced Open Water 
Requirements: ALL equipment supplied (if required) for the duration of the course.
Cost: $495.00

 

Course Requirements:    
* PADI wreck diving manual (supplied)
* Complete scuba unit with alternate air source and gauges
* Timing device
* Depth gauge with maximum depth indicator and compass
* PADI RDP tables
* Mask, fins, snorkel, boots, gloves, wetsuit
* Safety sausage
* Underwater slate and pencil
* Logbook
* Divers knife
* 2 passport style photographs
* Torch
* It is also suggested that divers carry an explorer reel and tether
 
Course content: 

3 evenings of theory and 4 boat dives
Some self-study is required prior to the first theory session.