Develop the habits behind calm, organized night dives.
Night-Dive Planning
Prepare for site conditions, darkness, equipment and procedures before entering the water.
Light Communication
Use dive lights effectively for signals, awareness and communication with your buddy.
Navigation
Maintain direction and position when visual references and site appearance change after sunset.
Buddy and Environmental Awareness
Stay connected while observing nocturnal behavior responsibly and without disturbing marine life.
How the three-dive Night Diver course works.
Prepare before sunset
Review lights, signals, navigation, entries, exits and emergency procedures with your instructor.
Develop skills on the first dives
Practice communication, orientation and buddy contact as you become comfortable in darkness.
Complete the third night dive
Bring the procedures together with greater confidence, control and environmental awareness.
What does the course cover and what is additional?
Night-diving course essentials
- Three instructor-led night dives
- Required standard scuba equipment
- Night planning, light and navigation instruction
Taxes and course-specific costs
- 12.5% Government Sales Tax
- Marine park fees when applicable
- Pickup charges when applicable
Night-dive timing and location depend on operations and conditions. Ask BPDC to confirm scheduling, lights and any course-specific learning materials.
Who can take this specialty?
BPDC lists a minimum age of 12 and Junior Open Water Diver or Open Water Diver certification. Ask BPDC to verify any qualifying certification before scheduling.
Night Diver questions.
How many dives are included?
Night Diver is a three-dive PADI specialty course.
What skills will I practice?
The course covers night-dive planning, light use and communication, navigation, buddy contact and responsible observation.
Is standard scuba equipment included?
BPDC includes the required standard scuba equipment for practical dive-course instruction. Confirm light requirements with BPDC.
Are taxes and marine park fees included?
No. The listed price is subject to 12.5% GST, and applicable marine park fees are additional.