Cavern Diver

Experience the thrill of overhead environment diving — safely, and within the light

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Prerequisite: Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)

Minimum Age: 18 years old

Typical Depth: 6–12 meters (20–40 feet)

Certification Earned: PADI Cavern Diver Specialty

Duration: 2–3 days (4 open water dives)

Knowledge Development (Classroom / eLearning)

  • Overhead environment hazards
  • Light zone discipline
  • Gas management
  • Specialized equipment
  • Anti-silting techniques

In-Water Skills (4 Open Water Dives)

Dive Focus
Dive 1 Line handling, reel use, and emergency procedures outside the cavern
Dive 2 Basic cavern entry, light communication protocols, buoyancy control
Dive 3 Advanced line drills, silt avoidance, team positioning
Dive 4 Emergency response drills, lost line procedures, light failure management

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