PADI Underwater Navigator

A specialty focused on helping you move through the underwater world with confidence and purpose. The PADI Underwater Navigation course develops the skills needed to find your way using natural references and a compass, improving awareness, planning, and independence on every dive.

Course structure
Practical Information
  • Minimum age: 10 years

  • Duration: 1–2 days

  • Prerequisites: Open Water Diver (or equivalent)

  • Dives: 3 open water dives

  • Certification: Underwater Navigation

  • Knowledge Development: Learn the principles of underwater navigation, including natural navigation techniques and effective compass use.

  • Practical Skills & Techniques: Practice navigation patterns, distance estimation, and orientation using both natural references and a compass.

  • Open Water: Complete 3 open water dives, applying navigation skills in real diving conditions under supervision.

Price: R 5,000.00
  • PADI Underwater Navigation training & certification

  • PADI Underwater Navigation learning materials

  • 3 supervised open water dives

  • Compass use and navigation exercises

  • Professional instruction and personalised feedback

Included in the course
Suitable for
  • Certified Open Water Divers or higher

  • Divers wanting to feel more confident and independent underwater

  • Anyone looking to improve situational awareness and dive planning

  • Divers preparing for more advanced or complex dives

A foundational skill that benefits every diver, regardless of experience level.