PADI Underwater Navigator
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Diver should be in good physical condition to handle standard dive activities with some swimming effort.
Overview
Discover the underwater world of Puerto Rico with the PADI Underwater Navigator course. Perfect for divers seeking to enhance their skills, this private experience offers personalized guidance amidst vibrant reefs and diverse marine life.
PADI Underwater Navigator
€195 per Person | 1,5 Days | Minimum age 12 (certfied divers)
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About This Adventure
PADI Underwater Navigator
Rates
Per person (Ages 12+): €195 For certified divers
Duration
1,5 Days
About
Fine-tune your underwater observation skills and learn to use your compass more accurately.
Description
Be the scuba diver everyone wants to follow because you know where you are and where you’re going. The PADI Underwater Navigator course fine-tunes your observation skills and teaches you to more accurately use your compass underwater. If you like challenges with big rewards, take this course and have fun finding your way. If you’re a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver who is at least 10 years old, you can enroll in the PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty course.
Academic You’ll learn the tools of the trade, including navigation using natural clues and by following compass headings. During three scuba dives, you’ll practice:
- Methods to estimate distance underwater.
- Compass navigation while making at least five turns.
- Marking or relocating a submerged object or position from the surface.
- Underwater map making.
The first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning credit.
Equipment Besides your basic scuba equipment, you’ll need a compass and underwater slate. Your PADI Instructor may suggest other gear to help you stay oriented, such as marker buoys or lines and reels.
Adventure Tips
Stay with your buddy during navigation exercises
Keeping close helps maintain safety and allows for better communication underwater.
Check your gear before each dive
Ensure your equipment functions properly to prevent any issues during navigation practice.
Practice neutral buoyancy
Mastering buoyancy helps improve navigation accuracy and conserves energy.
Pay attention to natural navigation aids
Use reef structures, currents, and marine life as reference points during dives.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Green sea turtles
- Colorful reef fish
History
Puerto Rico has a rich maritime history dating back to the Spanish colonial era, with many historic shipwrecks accessible to divers.
Conservation
Blue Water Diving emphasizes eco-friendly practices, supporting reef restoration and marine protection initiatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask and snorkel
Clear mask and snorkel are vital for visibility and breathing during navigation dives.
Fins
Fins help you move efficiently underwater while practicing navigation skills.
Wetsuit
A wetsuit maintains warmth in cooler waters, especially during winter dives.
winter specific
Underwater compass
Essential for practicing precise underwater navigation and orienteering.