DIVE ZONE PHU QUOC

Underwater Navigator

The 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.

Phu Quoc has two main diving areas: North and South.

  1. North: Sheltered, good for beginners, limited dive sites.
  2. South: More exposed, better diving with various sites, but conditions can change quickly.

General:

  • Shallow diving (10-12 meters)
  • Excellent reef condition
  • Marine life: Bamboo sharks, Blue spotted rays, Scorpion fish, Nudibranchs, Crustaceans, Cuttlefish, Octopus
  • Water temperature: 28-31 degrees
  • Visibility: 10 meters
  • Currents: Changeable from October to May

It instructor, guide, equipment, theory, insurance, pick-up services.
Lunch, snacks, refreshments, fresh fruits, coffee, pick up and drop off from all over the island.

  • Minimum Age: 10 years old for certification, 8 years old for shallow water experience.
  • Swimming Ability: Basic swimming skills are required, but not expert-level.
  • Certification Duration: Lifetime, but a refresher dive is recommended after a year of inactivity.
  • Photos and Videos: Yes, your instructor will take photos and videos during the Open Water course.
  • Safety: Scuba diving is safe with proper training and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Courses Offered: Ocean Sound offers PADI Open Water, Advanced Open Water, and various specialty courses.
  • Course Costs: Course fees vary, with Open Water starting around 440$.
  • Equipment and Insurance: Equipment rentals and insurance are included in course fees.

260 $ / person

Phu Quoc Dive Zone

Dive Smarter, Not Lost: Master Underwater Navigation in Phu Quoc with PADI / SSI

Ready to conquer the underwater world with confidence? The PADI / SSI Underwater Navigator Specialty course is for divers of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned explorers. This course equips you with the skills to navigate underwater like a pro, eliminating the fear of getting lost and ensuring a smooth return to the dive boat every time.

Sharpen your Skills, Boost your Confidence:

  • Master compass navigation: Learn to confidently use a dive compass, a crucial tool for precise underwater navigation, regardless of your chosen certification agency (PADI or SSI).
  • Unlock the secrets of natural navigation: Discover how to utilize landmarks and environmental features to find your way around, applicable to both PADI and SSI certifications.
  • Become a keen observer: Develop a heightened awareness of your surroundings, enhancing your overall diving experience.

Unleash your Inner Explorer:

With refined navigational skills, you’ll transform every dive into an unforgettable adventure. Explore new underwater landscapes in Phu Quoc with confidence, knowing you can always find your way back.

Course Inclusions:

  • Underwater Navigator Specialty Manual (specific to your chosen agency, PADI or SSI)
  • 3 training dives conducted in open water at various dive sites around Phu Quoc
  • Underwater Navigator Certification Card (issued by your chosen agency, PADI or SSI)
  • Rental of all necessary scuba equipment
  • Complimentary use of a dive computer
  • Logbook to document your diving achievements
  • Small class size with a maximum of 4 students per instructor for personalized attention

Prerequisites:

  • Be a certified PADI Open Water Diver or hold a qualifying entry-level certification from another recognized agency (like SSI Open Water Diver).
  • Maintain recent diving experience. We recommend completing a scuba review if you haven’t dived in the past year.
  • Be at least 10 years old (requirements may vary slightly for SSI).
  • Possess a valid medical clearance for diving.

Course Structure:

The Underwater Navigator Specialty course (PADI or SSI) is divided into two key sections:

  • Knowledge Development: Independently study the Underwater Navigator Specialty Manual specific to your chosen agency (PADI or SSI) and complete the included knowledge reviews to solidify your theoretical understanding.
  • Open Water Training: Put your newfound knowledge into practice during 3 exciting open water training dives with your instructor at Phu Quoc.

Ready to navigate your diving adventures with ease? Enroll in the Underwater Navigator Specialty course (PADI or SSI) today and unlock a whole new world of underwater exploration in Phu Quoc!

Prerequisites

PADI Open Water Diver
Learn How to

Improve your navigation skills
Association

SSI, PADI
Length

1 or 2 days