Extend Your Dive Time with the PADI Enriched Air Diver Course in Arguineguín, Spain
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health with basic swimming skills and comfortable in open water.
Overview
Unlock longer underwater adventures with the PADI Enriched Air Diver course in Arguineguín, Gran Canaria. Discover how Nitrox allows for extended dive times amidst volcanic underwater landscapes and rich marine biodiversity.
PADI – Enriched Air Diver
120€ per Participant | 10+ | 4 hours | Maximum 4 pax
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About This Adventure
Experience the PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Course and unlock the ability to dive longer with oxygen-enriched gases. Perfect for avid divers, photographers, or wreck enthusiasts, this course enhances your underwater adventures, allowing for extended bottom times. Dive deeper into your passion and maximize your time beneath the waves!
Enriched Air Diver
Rates
Adult as of 10 years old: 120€
Not Included:
- Course materials and the certification
Duration
4 hours
About
Within the PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Course you discover all there is to know to dive with oxygen enriched gasses allowing to extend your bottom time. A must if you are planning intensive diving such as during a live aboard. The PADI course Enriched Air or Nitrox Diver will allow you longer bottom times within the safety zone. Basically it means you can spend longer time underwater with Enriched Air than with simple air, but in order to receive Nitrox tanks you have to have the PADI Nitrox Speciality card. If you are a photographer, a lover of wrecks or just simply on holiday in a tropical place, or maybe just up for a dive close to home, the PADI Enriched Air course will allow you to take full advantage of your dives. EANx dives can be done after the course at additional cost.
Requirements: Holder of an Open Water Certification Valid Medical declaration or certificate
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated Before Diving
Drink plenty of water before your course to reduce the risk of decompression sickness.
Use Nitrox-specific Dive Computers
Ensure your dive computer is compatible with enriched air mixtures to plan safe dives.
Book with Experienced Local Instructors
Choose instructors familiar with Arguineguín’s dive sites for tailored safety and site knowledge.
Check Weather and Sea Conditions
Atlantic conditions can change; verify forecasts to select the best days for your dives.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Angel sharks
- Moray eels
History
Arguineguín has a long fishing heritage, now evolving into one of Gran Canaria’s premier diving hubs, blending tradition with modern dive tourism.
Conservation
Local dive operators actively participate in reef clean-ups and promote sustainable diving practices to protect fragile marine ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Dive Computer Compatible with Nitrox
Critical for monitoring oxygen exposure and dive times safely with enriched air.
Mask and Snorkel
Personal fit ensures comfort during surface intervals and dives.
Dive Knife or Cutting Tool
Helpful for safety when maneuvering around dense marine vegetation or wrecks.
Underwater Camera
Capture vibrant marine life and unforgettable dive moments.
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