Wreck Diver Specialty
Explore the Past. Discover New Adventures.
Sunken ships, aircraft, and artificial reefs offer some of the most fascinating diving experiences in the world. The PADI Wreck Diver Specialty Course teaches you the knowledge and skills needed to safely explore and enjoy wreck sites while preserving these underwater time capsules for future generations.
Whether you're interested in the history behind a wreck, the marine life that calls it home, or the thrill of exploring a sunken vessel, this course will help you become a more confident and capable wreck diver.
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What You'll Learn
- Wreck diving safety procedures and hazard recognition
- Planning and conducting wreck dives
- Navigation techniques around wrecks
- Proper use of lines and reels
- Surveying and mapping wreck sites
- Wreck conservation and responsible diving practices
- Limited penetration techniques (where conditions and training allow)
Course Prerequisites
- PADI Adventure Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 15 years old
Course Includes
- PADI Wreck Diver eLearning
- Classroom and instructor-led knowledge development
- Four open water training dives
- Hands-on experience with wreck diving equipment and techniques
- PADI Wreck Diver Specialty certification upon successful completion
Why Take This Course?
Wreck diving offers:
- Access to some of the most exciting dive sites in the world
- Opportunities to explore maritime history firsthand
- Unique underwater photography subjects
- Advanced navigation and diving skills
- New challenges that build confidence and experience
From intentionally sunk ships that have become thriving artificial reefs to historic vessels with stories to tell, wrecks provide unforgettable underwater adventures. The skills learned in this course will help you safely enjoy these remarkable dive sites while expanding your capabilities as a diver.