SSI Nitrox Certification Course for Diving Cabo San Lucas
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–2 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required; basic swimming skills and comfort in water necessary
Overview
Advance your diving with SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Certification in Cabo San Lucas. Learn vital safety skills and dive immediately at top local sites for extended underwater adventures.
SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Certification
Starting at $145 USD • Certified Divers Only • 4 Hours
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of diving with nitrox, a safer alternative to air. Our expert instructors guide you through this straightforward and rewarding course. Plus, enjoy the opportunity to dive right after your lesson, making it an unforgettable adventure on the shores. Dive into safety and excitement today!
Description
Diving with nitrox is safer than diving with air. It’s that simple. Learning to dive with nitrox is equally simple and satisfying, and our professional instructors make it easy. While this is a shoreside course, you can easily twist our arm to go diving afterwards!
Adventure Tips
Confirm Medical Clearance
Ensure you have a recent dive physical clearance to safely use enriched air nitrox.
Review Dive Tables and Computers
Familiarize yourself with nitrox-specific dive tables or compatible dive computers before your dives.
Hydrate Well
Maintain good hydration pre- and post-dive to optimize nitrogen elimination and reduce fatigue.
Check Equipment Compatibility
Verify your gear is rated for nitrox to ensure safety during your certification dives.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea lions
- Manta rays
History
Cabo San Lucas grew into a global dive destination during the 1990s, driven by abundant marine biodiversity and improved local dive infrastructure.
Conservation
Local dive operators promote reef-friendly practices and contribute to marine protected area programs to preserve Cabo’s underwater ecosystem.
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Adventure Hotspots in Cabo San Lucas
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Dive Computer Compatible with Nitrox
Monitors oxygen exposure and decompression limits for nitrox diving.
Full Scuba Gear Set
Includes mask, fins, wetsuit, regulator rated for enriched air use.
Logbook
Records nitrox dives for certification and safety documentation.
Underwater Slate or Dive Notes
Helps track dive parameters and instructor guidance during training.