PADI Deep Diver Specialty Course in Hurghada
Colona Divers · Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt
PADI Deep Diver Specialty Course in Hurghada
Discover a deeper side of the Red Sea. Learn to plan deep dives, manage your gas supply, recognize nitrogen narcosis and develop the skills for recreational deep diving.
PADI Continuing Education · Deep Diver Specialty
Go Deeper. Explore More. Dive Smarter.
Expand your underwater adventures with four instructor-led training dives in the Red Sea. Learn the planning, awareness and safety skills needed for recreational deep diving.
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Why Take the PADI Deep Diver Specialty?
Some of the most fascinating underwater landscapes lie beyond the usual recreational diving depths. The PADI Deep Diver Specialty helps qualified divers develop the knowledge and practical skills to explore deeper dive sites responsibly.
- Learn how to plan and organize deep dives.
- Improve gas management and depth awareness.
- Recognize and manage nitrogen narcosis.
- Develop buoyancy control at greater depths.
- Explore more of Hurghada's Red Sea dive sites.
- Work toward recreational dives to 40m / 130ft.
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Course Price & Booking
PADI Deep Diver Specialty · Continuing Education
€300 / student
The course price includes four instructor-led training dives, full scuba equipment, PADI learning materials and official PADI certification processing.
Accompanying Snorkelers
Accompanying guests join for snorkeling only, not diving. Participation depends on the boat arrangements and must be confirmed when booking.
Hotel Transfers
Hotel pickup and return within Hurghada city are included in the course price. For hotels outside Hurghada, the following transfer supplements apply per person for the full course.
Transfer supplements are per person for the full course, based on the number of training days. The final schedule, pickup time and total transfer charge are confirmed when booking.
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Course Duration & Daily Schedule
The final schedule depends on sea conditions, dive planning, training progress and your hotel location in Hurghada.
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What You Will Learn
- Plan deep dives with appropriate depth and time limits.
- Calculate and monitor gas requirements.
- Recognize symptoms of nitrogen narcosis.
- Understand how depth affects air consumption.
- Maintain effective buddy contact and communication.
- Control buoyancy during descent and ascent.
- Practice safe ascent and safety-stop procedures.
- Recognize personal limits and avoid unnecessary risks.
- Observe how pressure and depth affect objects and colors.
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Deep Diver Lessons & Practical Training
Your PADI Instructor will guide you through four open-water training dives. The course combines practical exercises with dive planning and important deep-diving safety procedures.
Controlled Descents
Practice depth awareness, communication and controlled descent procedures.
Buoyancy at Depth
Understand buoyancy changes and improve your control during deep dives.
Gas Management
Monitor gas consumption and plan appropriate reserves for the dive.
Nitrogen Narcosis
Learn to recognize its effects and follow appropriate response procedures.
Ascents & Safety Stops
Practice safe ascent rates and appropriate safety-stop procedures.
Effects of Depth
Observe how increasing depth affects color, objects and your perception.
Exact exercises and depths are determined by your instructor according to PADI standards, student readiness and diving conditions.
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Who Can Join? — Prerequisites
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What Is Included?
Included in the Course Price
- Four instructor-led training dives.
- Professional PADI diving instructor.
- Full scuba diving equipment.
- PADI Deep Diver learning materials.
- Official PADI Deep Diver Specialty certification processing.
- Snorkeling equipment where applicable.
- Hotel transfers within Hurghada city.
- Lunch during scheduled boat training days.
- Drinking water and soft drinks.
- Hot beverages.
Not Included / Additional Charges
- Transfers outside Hurghada city.
- Optional professional photography.
- Optional professional video services.
- Personal purchases and tips.
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Why Learn Deep Diving with Colona Divers?
Hurghada's Red Sea offers an exciting environment for developing your scuba diving skills. With Colona Divers, you can build your deep-diving knowledge through instructor-led training and practical exercises.
- Professional PADI diving instruction.
- Training in the Red Sea near Hurghada.
- Focus on planning, awareness and safe diving.
- Full diving equipment included.
- Hotel transfers within Hurghada city.
- Lunch and refreshments during boat training days.
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What to Bring
- Your diving certification details.
- Swimwear and a towel.
- Sunscreen and a hat.
- Personal diving accessories if preferred.
- Personal camera for photos and videos.
Professional underwater photography and video may be available for an additional fee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum depth of the PADI Deep Diver Specialty?
The course trains eligible recreational divers for depths up to 40 metres / 130 feet. Actual training depths depend on PADI standards, conditions and instructor assessment.
How many dives are included?
Four open-water training dives with a PADI Instructor.
How long does the course take?
Approximately 2–3 days, with the four training dives completed over a minimum of two days.
Can Open Water Divers join directly?
You need PADI Adventure Diver certification or a qualifying certification. Contact us if you are unsure whether your current certification meets the prerequisites.
Is scuba diving equipment included?
Yes. Full scuba diving equipment is included in the €300 course price.
Are PADI learning materials and certification included?
Yes. The €300 price includes PADI Deep Diver learning materials and official certification processing, with no separate charge for these items.
Can a non-diving friend join?
Accompanying snorkeling may be available. Adults pay €20, children aged 5–10 pay €10, and children under five join free with a parent or legal guardian.
Are hotel transfers included?
Hurghada city hotel transfers are included. For the full 2-day course, supplements per person are €10 from Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay or El Gouna, and €20 from Soma Bay or Safaga. For a 3-day course, these supplements are €15 and €30 respectively.
Does this course teach technical diving?
No. The PADI Deep Diver Specialty is a recreational diving course, not a technical diving or decompression diving qualification.
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Watch Deep Diving Videos
Discover more about deep diving and the skills involved in exploring deeper underwater environments.
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Ready to Explore the Deep Blue?
Take your scuba diving adventures further with the PADI Deep Diver Specialty at Colona Divers in Hurghada.
Learn to plan deeper dives, improve your gas management and develop the confidence to explore new underwater environments.
Book Your PADI Deep Diver Specialty
Course availability, training dates and hotel pickup details are confirmed after booking.
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