Explorer 30

Course Overview

The Explorer 30 is your next step after Open Water 20, designed to expand your diving experience and confidence. This course introduces you to a variety of specialty dives, including deep, navigation, and three elective adventure dives. You will develop advanced skills, improve your safety awareness, and gain experience in different diving environments under the guidance of a Instructor.

Course Details

  • Course Level: Advanced recreational (continuing education)
  • Min. Age: 15 years
  • Duration: 2–3 days (includes eLearning, 5 open water dives)
  • Max Depth: 30 m
  • Setting: Open water
  • Price: XXX

What You Will Learn

  • Deep diving: Plan and execute dives beyond 18 m (up to 30 m)
  • Navigation: Use of compass and natural navigation techniques
  • Three elective adventure dives: e.g., buoyancy, night, search & recovery, drysuit, wreck, or other specialties (as available)
  • Dive planning and safety: Advanced procedures, gas management, and buddy skills

Logistics & Prerequisites

Included:

  • Full rental equipment (mask, fins, suit, BCD, regulator, tank, weights)
  • eLearning and digital certification card
  • Instructor-led open water sessions

Not Included:

  • Personal items (towel, swimwear, logbook)

Requirements:

  • Certification: Open Water 20 or equivalent
  • Age: Minimum 15 years
  • Medical: Complete medical questionnaire before any in-water activity. Medical clearance if required by questionnaire.
  • Registration: Complete online registration and liability releases prior to in-water activities

Training Schedule

  1. eLearning: theory modules and quizzes
  2. Open Water: 5 adventure dives: deep, navigation, plus 3 electives

Notes:

  • Instructor/student ratio: 1:2
  • Depth limits: 30 m

Pro Tip / Note

Choose elective dives that match your interests and local conditions. Bring your own mask for best comfort. If you have any medical conditions, consult your physician before booking. Review your Open Water skills before the course.