Most PADI Divers are fascinated with the aquatic world, which inspires them to learn more. Because you have already learned the theory and skills of diving, the PADI National Geographic Specialty gives you the opportunity to build on your dive experience to learn about new adventures, exploration and conservation opportunities. The National Geographic Specialty will help you take your dive experiences to a new level. How? You’ll learn more about the world’s oceans and waterways and discover details that will enhance your personal dive adventures.

During the National Geographic Specialty, you’ll take your exploration skills to an advanced level by collecting data to construct a visual representation of what you explored. This project may result in a map, graph, sketch, diagram, photo essay or video. You and your instructor will decide on your area of focus and plan your dive accordingly. You’ll also gain navigational skills that will aid in the exploration process. Your exploration skills will give you a new appreciation for the aquatic environment and add enjoyment to each dive. You’ll find yourself sharing your discoveries with other divers and becoming a true underwater ambassador. Whether you are a certified PADI Diver or certified by another organisation, you can take advantage of the National Geographic Portal / Specialty. The National Geographic Specialty consists of a knowledge review based on information from the National Geographic Diver Almanac and DVD. In addition, you'll fine-tune your buoyancy, navigation, exploration, and observation skills while on three Adventure open water dives.

• Duration: 1, 2 or 3 days depending on weather conditions and experience
• Pre-requisite PADI Open Water Diver & min age 15yrs
• Recent UK Sea Diving experience
• Open Water training dives: 3
• Dive 1: Peak Performance Buoyancy Adventure Dive 1 (counts towards National Geographic Diver Specialty & PADI Advanced Open Water)
• Dive 2: Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive 1 (counts towards National Geographic Diver Specialty & PADI Advanced Open Water)
• Dive 3: National Geographic Exploration Adventure Dive (counts towards National Geographic Diver Specialty & PADI Advanced Open Water)
• PADI National Geographic Diver Specialty Course Price: £150 including National Geographic Diver Almanac, National Geographic Diver DVD and certification
• Equipment required: Full personal scuba kit + knife, reel, Delayed SMB, slate & torch
• If you are wanting to get back into diving or if you have not dived in the UK sea for a while, then our full Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty followed by our National Geographic Diver Specialty course is a great, comfortable and fun way to do it!
• Enquire with dive centre to register your interest with this course.