SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Diving at Aquatis in Costa Teguise
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (approx. 6–8 hours total)
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate physical fitness capable of repeated dives and carrying gear.
Overview
Enhance your dive time in Costa Teguise with Aquatis Diving Center’s SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty. Learn safe Nitrox use and enjoy longer, more rewarding underwater adventures in Lanzarote’s volcanic waters.
SSI ENRICHED AIR NITROX
Minimum age - 10 yrs old • 5.5 hours for each dive • 2 training dives
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About This Adventure
Join the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty Program to enhance your diving experience over two exciting days. Learn to safely dive with enriched air mixtures, extending your underwater adventures and minimizing surface intervals. Earn your SSI certification while enjoying two thrilling training dives at your favorite dive sites.
SSI ENRICHED AIR NITROX
Duration
2 days from 08:30 - 14:00
About
Do you want to extend your diving time, shorten your surface intervals and spend more time at your favorite dive sites? Join the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty Program and become a Nitrox Diver. You will learn everything about the safe planning and execution of dives with enriched air mixtures of up to 40% oxygen and also acquire your SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty certification.
More info
Minimum age - 10 yrs old. 205 euros pp. Required to fill out a medical questionnaire prior to diving (1 day course) 2 training dives.
Adventure Tips
Understand Nitrox Basics Beforehand
Familiarize yourself with oxygen percentages and partial pressure limits to ensure safe diving practices.
Pack a Dive Computer
A dive computer calibrated for Nitrox maximizes safety during your enriched air dives.
Check Medical Fitness
Ensure you are medically cleared for diving with enriched air, particularly if you have respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.
Stay Hydrated
Drinking plenty of water keeps you well-prepared for repeated dives and reduces risk of decompression sickness.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mediterranean parrotfish
- Common octopus
History
Lanzarote’s volcanic origins shape its underwater terrain, with eruptions dating back 200-300 years creating much of the dive landscape.
Conservation
Several marine protected areas enforce sustainable diving and fishing practices to preserve Lanzarote’s fragile aquatic ecosystems.
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Adventure Hotspots in Arrecife
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Dive Computer
Crucial for monitoring Nitrox-specific dive limits and safely tracking decompression status.
Wetsuit (3-5mm)
Protects against cooler water temperatures common in seasons outside summer.
spring|fall|winter specific
Surface Marker Buoy
Essential safety device for signaling your position during ascent and on the surface.
Mask and Fins
Personal gear that ensures comfort and efficiency underwater throughout the training.