The PADI Night Diver Specialty course opens up a whole new world of underwater exploration – the world that comes alive after the sun goes down. It’s a chance to experience the reef in a completely different light, observing nocturnal creatures and behaviors that you wouldn’t see during the day.

Here’s what you’ll learn in the PADI Night Diver course:

• Night Diving Techniques: You’ll learn the specialized techniques for night diving, including proper use of dive lights, communication signals in the dark, and how to maintain buoyancy and orientation in limited visibility
• Nocturnal Marine Life: Discover the fascinating array of marine life that emerges at night, from bioluminescent organisms to nocturnal predators and the creatures that are active while others sleep. You’ll learn about their unique adaptations and behaviors
• Light Handling and Communication: The course covers how to use dive lights effectively for navigation, signaling, and illuminating the underwater environment without disturbing marine life. You’ll also learn alternative communication methods when verbal communication is difficult
• Navigation at Night: Learn how to navigate effectively at night, using compass skills and natural navigation techniques to stay oriented and return to the boat or shore safely
• Safety Procedures: The course emphasizes the importance of safety procedures for night diving, including pre-dive checks, buddy communication, and handling potential problems in low-light conditions

Why take this course?

• Experience a different world: Witness the underwater world transform as nocturnal creatures emerge and the reef takes on a new character
• See unique marine life: Observe animals and behaviors that are rarely seen during daylight hours
• Enhance your diving skills: Night diving requires precise buoyancy control, navigation skills, and communication, which will enhance your overall diving abilities

Prerequisites:

• PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)
• Minimum age: 10 years old

What to expect:

The PADI Night Diver course typically includes classroom sessions to cover theory and at least three open water dives conducted at night. These dives will allow you to practice using dive lights, navigate in the dark, and observe nocturnal marine life in their natural environment.

If you’re looking for an exciting and unique diving experience, the PADI Night Diver course is a must-try. It will give you a new perspective on the underwater world and introduce you to the magic of the night reef.

How do I book?

If you want more information or would like to book onto the PADI Night Diver course, please contact us via email, via phone on 01702 542759 or pop into the dive shop for a chat about the course and to collect your new PADI Night Diver Pack.