Wreck Diver

$750

About the 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 Wreck Diver Specialty course is popular because it offers rewarding adventures while observing responsible wreck diving practices.

Learn How to

  • Survey a wreck
  • Use lines and reels
  • Avoid common problems

Take This Course If You Want to

  • Explore inside wrecks
  • See fascinating artifacts
  • Learn special finning techniques

How to Become a Wreck Diver

Overview

Every wreck is different. During the Wreck Diver course, you’ll learn how to explore different types of wrecks by investigating their layout, history and hazards, and practice specialized wreck diving skills.

Prerequisites

  • Minimum age: 15
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • or Adventure Diver

PADI eLearning

Complete the independent study part of your course whenever, wherever it’s convenient for you. Learn about different types of wrecks and common wreck diving hazards. Work at your own pace, online or offline, using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor for inwater training, or whenever you have a question.

Time commitment: 2-4 hours

With Your Instructor

During four dives with your instructor, you’ll survey and map a wreck, practice special finning techniques and may use penetration lines.

Time commitment: 2 days

After This Course

An Enriched Air Nitrox certification can help you spend more time diving inside wrecks and the Peak Performance Buoyancy course can help you avoid ruining the visibility and making unnecessary wreck contact. Each PADI Specialty you complete gets you one step closer to becoming an elite Master Scuba Diver.

Junior Divers