Explore Protaras Underwater: PADI Advanced Open Water Silver Package in Cyprus
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical condition with the ability to perform moderate swimming and manage equipment underwater.
Overview
Deepen your diving skills with the Advanced Open Water Silver Package in Protaras, Cyprus. Explore deep dives, wrecks, and night diving in the clear Mediterranean waters with expert instructors guiding you every step.
Advanced Open Water Silver Package
Ages 10+ • 4 Days • Advanced Level
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About This Adventure
Embark on an exhilarating underwater adventure with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course! Over 5 dives, including a deep dive and navigation dive, you'll explore various specialties like Wreck or Night diving. Complete your journey with an Enriched Air specialty certification, all while guided by expert instructors.
Expand your knowledge and skills!
Duration
5-7 days 8 hours a day
What's Included
- Advanced Open Water Course
- Enriched Air Speciality (incl. 1 dive)
About
With the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course you will gain the confidence, skills and experience for a whole new level of underwater exploration. Choose from a selection of different types of adventure dives such as Wreck, Deep, Navigation, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Delayed Surface Marker Buoy, Photography or Night to build your experience under the supervision of your PADI Instructor.
The course is made up of 5 dives (over 2-3 days) which includes a deep dive, a navigation dive and 3 other adventure dives of your choice.
The Advanced Open Water Diver silver package is designed to continue your journey and learn about the benefits of Enriched Air.
In total you will finish off with 5 dives on the Advanced Open Water course and one extra dive. The courses will take about 4 days and upon completion you will receive your Enriched Air speciality certification.
We will pick you up at 8.30 AM from your hotel or apartment and drive to the Dive Centre to do some paperwork and work out a schedule that fits you and your holidays.
Adventure Tips
Monitor Air Consumption
Keep a close eye on your air gauge during deep and specialty dives to ensure a safe return to the surface.
Use a Dive Computer
A dive computer helps track your bottom time and decompression limits, vital for navigating advanced dives safely.
Plan Night Dives Carefully
Ensure your night dive equipment is fully charged and familiar to you before descending into the darker depths.
Stay Hydrated and Rested
Proper hydration and rest improve your performance and reduce risks of decompression sickness during multi-day courses.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mediterranean parrotfish
- Loggerhead sea turtles
History
Protaras lies near the ancient city of Ammochostos, enriching underwater exploration with remnants from past eras.
Conservation
Dive shops in the area emphasize eco-friendly practices to protect fragile coral reefs and marine habitats.
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Adventure Hotspots in Protaras
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wet Suit
Keeps you warm in slightly cooler Mediterranean waters during spring dives.
spring specific
Dive Computer
Aids in monitoring bottom times and decompression limits crucial for safety on advanced dives.
Underwater Torch
Essential for night dives and exploring dimly lit wrecks in summer months.
summer specific
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)
Improves diver visibility at the surface, critical for safety during deep and navigation dives.