PADI Nitrox Diver Specialty Course in Hurghada
Colona Divers · Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt
PADI Nitrox Diver Specialty Course in Hurghada
Stay within your no-decompression limits for longer on suitable dives. Learn to analyze nitrox cylinders, choose an appropriate gas mix and set your dive computer with confidence.
PADI Continuing Education · Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver Specialty Course
Less Nitrogen. Smarter Dive Planning.
Discover why the PADI Enriched Air Diver specialty is popular with recreational divers. Learn to manage oxygen exposure, check the gas in your cylinder and plan your nitrox dives.
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Why Take the PADI Nitrox Diver Specialty Course?
Want to make the most of your time underwater? Enriched air nitrox (EANx) contains less nitrogen and more oxygen than regular breathing air. When used within safe limits, it can allow longer no-decompression dive times and may help you plan shorter surface intervals.
- Learn to plan dives using enriched air nitrox.
- Understand how oxygen percentage affects depth limits.
- Analyze your own cylinder before diving.
- Set your dive computer for the correct nitrox mix.
- Earn the popular PADI Enriched Air Diver specialty certification.
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Course Price & Booking
PADI Continuing Education · Enriched Air Diver Specialty Course
€200 / participant
One-day specialty training covering nitrox planning, cylinder analysis, logging the gas mixture and configuring your dive computer. Two dives are optional as part of the advertised day-boat program.
Accompanying Snorkelers
Accompanying guests join for snorkeling only, not diving. Please confirm space when booking.
Hotel Transfers
Round-trip hotel transfers for this one-day course are charged per person as follows:
Transfer supplements are per person for the complete one-day course. Pickup times are confirmed after booking.
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Duration & Daily Schedule
Times depend on your hotel, sea conditions and training arrangements. The two dives are optional, not a requirement for the specialty certification.
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What You Will Learn
- Understand the benefits and limitations of enriched air nitrox.
- Recognize oxygen exposure risks and maximum operating depth.
- Choose a suitable oxygen percentage for a planned dive.
- Use an oxygen analyzer to check cylinder contents.
- Record the analyzed mix in an enriched air log.
- Set your dive computer to the measured oxygen percentage.
- Plan no-decompression dives within safe limits.
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Practical Nitrox Training
After your independent study, your instructor will guide you through the practical procedures used before a nitrox dive.
Analyze the Cylinder
Use an oxygen analyzer to confirm the breathing mix.
Choose the Mix
Understand oxygen percentage, depth limits and exposure.
Set Your Computer
Configure your dive computer for the analyzed nitrox mix.
Complete the Log
Record the cylinder analysis and relevant details.
Plan the Dive
Apply no-decompression and oxygen limits to your plan.
Optional Sea Dives
Enjoy up to two optional dives in the Red Sea as arranged.
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Who Can Join? — Prerequisites
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What Is Included?
Included
- Instructor-led PADI Nitrox Diver Specialty Course training.
- Practical cylinder analysis and dive computer setup.
- Full scuba equipment for scheduled diving.
- Snorkeling equipment where needed.
- Hurghada city hotel transfer with driver.
- Lunch during the boat day.
- Water, soft drinks and hot beverages.
Additional Charges / Optional
- Hotel transfer supplements according to the price list in Section 02.
- Professional underwater photography and video.
- Personal purchases and tips.
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Why Choose Colona Divers in Hurghada?
Combine your PADI continuing education with a day on the Red Sea. Learn the practical checks that make nitrox diving safer, then enjoy the scenery around Hurghada if you choose to join the optional dives.
- Professional diving instruction.
- Hands-on enriched air procedures.
- Full diving equipment provided for the scheduled activity.
- Hotel pickup in Hurghada included.
- Lunch and refreshments during the boat day.
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What to Bring
- Your diving certification details.
- Swimwear and a towel.
- Sun protection and a hat.
- Your dive computer, if you prefer to use your own.
- Personal camera, if desired.
Professional photography and video may be available at an additional charge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is nitrox?
Enriched air nitrox is a breathing gas containing more oxygen and less nitrogen than regular air.
Does nitrox let me dive deeper?
No. The oxygen content sets a maximum operating depth, which may be shallower than for regular air.
Do I need to complete two dives?
No. The course lists two optional dives; the core training focuses on safe enriched air use and practical analysis.
Who can take the course?
Divers aged 12 or older with PADI Open Water Diver certification or an accepted equivalent.
How long is the course?
One day, with independent study and practical training. The boat day is typically 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.
What does the course cost?
€200 per participant. Please confirm the status of PADI learning materials, certification fees and nitrox fills when booking.
Can a friend come snorkeling?
Yes, subject to boat availability: €20 per adult, €10 for children aged 5–10 and free for children under 5 when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Are hotel transfers included?
Hurghada city transfers are included. Round-trip transfer supplements per person: Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay and El Gouna €5; Soma Bay and Safaga €10.
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Watch Nitrox Diving Videos
Explore the basics of enriched air diving and how divers use nitrox in practice.
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Ready to Dive with Nitrox?
Build your diving knowledge with the PADI Nitrox Diver Specialty Course at Colona Divers in Hurghada. Learn to analyze a cylinder, configure your computer and plan dives with enriched air.
Book PADI Nitrox Diver Specialty Course
Course availability, optional dives, pickup details and any additional charges are confirmed during booking.
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