The SDI Deep Diver course is the way to expand your depth limits and give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to dive safely beyond recreational depths. This specialty course focuses on planning and executing dives up to 40 meters/130 feet, while managing the additional risks and considerations of deep diving.

The course will be done in cenotes and ocean dive sites around Playa del Carmen, offering ideal conditions and impressive depth profiles for training in real-world environments.

Course Topics Include:

• Effects of increased pressure and gas narcosis at depth

• Dive planning, gas management, and air consumption calculations

• Proper descent/ascent procedures and safety stops

• Emergency planning and redundant air source use

• Use of dive computers and backup timing devices

• Environmental considerations and depth navigation

• Psychological aspects of deep diving and situational awareness

Course Structure:

• Academic Sessions: Covering deep diving theory, physiological effects, safety procedures, and gas planning

• Open Water Dives: Typically 3 dives conducted progressively deeper, with a maximum depth of 40 meters/130 feet

Prerequisites:

• Minimum age: 18 years old

• Minimum certification: SDI Advanced Adventure Diver (or equivalent)

• Minimum of 25 logged dives recommended

Certification Outcome:
Upon successful completion, divers will earn the SDI Deep Diver certification, allowing them to plan and conduct dives to a maximum depth of 40 meters/130 feet. This course is an essential step for divers interested in technical diving, wreck diving, or exploring deeper sites safely. Recommended follow up courses include TDI Sidemount Diver, and TDI Intro to Tech.