PADI DRIFT SPECIALTY

PADI Drift Specialty

Diving in a current can feel like flying underwater!

In the PADI Drift Diver course, you’ll learn drift diving tips from an experienced instructor and practice buoyancy control, navigation, use of surface signaling equipment and buddy communication.

The PADI Drift Specialty will also count towards your PADI Master Scuba Diver rating.

PADI Drift Specialty with Roatan Divers

PRICE

Drift - $295
Drift + Nitrox - $485

Including eLearning, full gear with dive computer, 19% Honduras Tax, and credit card fees.


How long does it take?

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1 DAY

This is a 1 day course that is divided into 2 parts:

  • Knowledge Development: you will begin by completing the PADI eLearning from the comfort of your home without wasting time with classroom presentations during your vacation.

  • Open Water Dives: after you will get on board one of our boats to do 2 open water dives with your instructor.

Link the Nitrox Specialty with your Drift Specialty and receive a special discount!


Who can do it?

Available for ages 12 and up, it's the perfect option for advanced divers.

Become an Elite Diver! With this course you will be one step closer to the Master Scuba Diver, the highest recreational diving level.

What will I learn?

During your PADI Drift Specialty you will learn how to:

  • Use surface signaling equipment

  • Stay close to your buddy

  • Make entries and descents in a current

PADI eLearning with Roatan Divers

Why Roatan Divers?

As a Boutique Dive Center, here you will have

  • Small groups: maximum of 6 divers per instructor, which means that we can focus on each guest's needs individually.

  • Boutique Service: our team handles all equipment set-up, tank changeovers, as well as rinsing and storing of gear

  • Best Boats: We're proud to have the best dive boats on the island, four custom-designed boats built for comfort, speed, and convenience. Spend less time in transit and more time diving!

  • New dive gear: all of our rental BCDs, regulators, wetsuits and masks are from Mares, one of the largest scuba equipment manufacturers in the world

  • PADI Eco Center: At Roatan Divers, we’re proud to be a PADI Eco Center, committed to ocean protection, diver education, and reducing our environmental impact every step of the way.

Dive Computer

DIVE COMPUTER

Roatan Divers stands out as one of the few dive shops in Roatan that provides dive computers to students for use during all course dives.

Experience the latest technology as you track your depth, dive time, and No Decompression Limits (NDL), enhancing both your safety and learning throughout your course.


What is the price?

$295 per person

No Hidden Fees! This price includes Honduras Taxes (19%), Credit Card Fees and:

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PADI eLearning and Certification

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Full Dive Gear

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2 Open
Water Dives

Here's what you can expect from your PADI Drift Specialty

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Two scuba divers explore colorful coral reef with various coral formations and marine life.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the PADI Drift Specialty

  • YES! We will dedicate one instructor exclusive to your course and the maximum size of the group is 6 people.

  • With the Drift Specialty you will:

    • Try drift diving with an instructor

    • Feel confident diving in a current

    • Learn about aquatic currents - causes and effects

  • To complete your Drift Specialty you need to do 2 open water dives, but if you did the Drift Adventure during your Advanced Open Water Course you can receive the credit for one dive and you only need to complete 1 more.

    • Minimum 12 years old

    • Be an Open Water Diver from any dive organization

    • Medical Form: You need to fill out a medical questionnaire. With any “Yes” response you will need a medical clearance for diving. You can acquire this at home or here on the Island at least one day prior to your dive. Ask us for the form!


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Increase your knowledge, learn new skills, and have a lot of fun with your instructor!