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Drift Diver

Glide with the currents and explore vast underwater worlds—experience the thrill of drift diving and master the art of underwater 'flight'

Max depth
Subject to the diver’s current certification
Minimum age
15 yrs
Theory
2 (h)
Confined water
Optional
Open water dives
Yes

Experience the thrill of drift diving—an exhilarating type of scuba diving where you ride the current and effortlessly glide over stunning underwater landscapes. Unlike traditional diving, drift diving allows you to cover more ground quickly, making it an ideal way to see large areas of reefs, channels, and drop-offs, often teeming with large pelagic fish and vibrant schools of marine life.

This course provides the essential skills for safe, enjoyable drift diving. You’ll learn advanced buoyancy control, techniques for positioning yourself in strong currents, and critical safety procedures for managing entry, exit, and communication with your dive team. Designed for those looking to elevate their diving skills, drift diving is an exciting challenge that brings you closer to the sensation of "flying" underwater.

You’ll earn

Drift Diver

Prerequisites

  • ISC Advanced Diver recreational diver or equivalent (30m) certification.

Medical requirements

You must be medically fit to dive. When you enrol in a course, you will complete the medical screening form, determining if written approval from a doctor is required. All dive professionals require medical clearance to work in the industry (or according to local law).

Common questions

What certification do I earn from the Drift Diver?

Drift Diver

What are the prerequisites for the Drift Diver?

ISC Advanced Diver recreational diver or equivalent (30m) certification. Minimum age: 15 yrs.

How deep can I dive with the Drift Diver?

The Drift Diver qualifies you to dive to a maximum depth of Subject to the diver’s current certification.

Is the Drift Diver certification internationally recognised?

Yes — ISC is ISO-accredited and independently audited by the European Underwater Federation (EUF), so your Drift Diver certification is recognised by dive centres worldwide.

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