Diving & Discovery
Al Salam Road, Sharm El Sheikh, EGY
Informazioni sul Centro
Diving & Discovery, situato a Sharm El Sheikh, Egitto, è un centro subacqueo con una lunga storia dal 1996, caratterizzato da passione italiana. Questo centro offre un'esperienza subacquea eccezionale, con la sua dedizione alla formazione di subacquei di ogni livello che ne rappresenta un tratto distintivo.
Diving & Discovery offre corsi sotto le certificazioni PADI, SSI e TDI, coprendo specialità come Enriched Air Nitrox, Instructor Development Course (IDC) e Boat Diving. Si distingue per mantenere un rapporto massimo istruttore-subacqueo di 1:4, garantendo un'attenzione personalizzata e sicura. Inoltre, i clienti beneficiano del Nitrox gratuito, un servizio che migliora l'esperienza subacquea.
Le strutture di Diving & Discovery sono complete, includono docce, armadietti, un bar per il relax post-immersione e opzioni di alloggio, sia ville che hotel. Offrono anche noleggio attrezzatura, ricariche d'aria (incluso Nitrox) e organizzano immersioni in barca. Il centro facilita i trasferimenti dall'aeroporto e vanta una "superb" stazione di riempimento, oltre a un "amazing house reef" per un facile accesso al mondo sottomarino.
Corsi Disponibili
5 cursosDiscover Scuba Diving
The Discover Scuba Diving program at Diving&Discovery offers a safe and engaging introduction to the underwater world, designed for individuals with no prior diving experience. This program focuses on building comfort and confidence by teaching essential scuba skills in a controlled environment. Participants will learn how to breathe underwater and manage basic equipment under the direct supervision of a PADI professional. The experience is structured to provide a memorable first encounter with marine life, potentially sparking a lifelong passion for diving. This introductory dive utilizes Diving&Discovery's excellent house reef, a prime location for beginners due to its optimal year-round conditions and easy accessibility. The house reef is known for its spectacular coral formations and abundant colorful reef fish, offering a vibrant and protected environment for learning. The transition from theoretical knowledge to practical application is seamless, ensuring a positive and enjoyable first dive in open water. The program is certified by PADI, a globally recognized leader in diver training. Safety and personalized attention are paramount, with instructors maintaining a low student-to-instructor ratio, typically between 1:1 and 1:4. This ensures that each participant receives ample guidance and support throughout the experience. All necessary diving equipment is provided free of charge for the duration of the course. Furthermore, comprehensive global insurance covering health, equipment, and transportation is included, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in the discovery aspect of scuba diving without concern. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of scuba equipment and underwater communication. The program includes an initial briefing on safety procedures and basic diving techniques, followed by practice in shallow water or a pool. The culminating experience is a supervised dive in open water, allowing students to explore the local marine environment. This introductory experience is the perfect first step for anyone curious about scuba diving and serves as an excellent prelude to further PADI certification courses.
Bubblemaker
The Bubblemaker program at Diving&Discovery offers children aged 8 and above a thrilling first taste of the underwater world. This PADI-certified course allows youngsters to experience breathing underwater using genuine scuba equipment in a safe and controlled environment. Participants will learn basic scuba skills and enjoy swimming amongst the vibrant marine life. Parental approval is mandatory, and parents are encouraged to be present throughout the experience, sharing in their child's excitement. Diving&Discovery utilizes its exceptional house reef, Ras Umm Sid, for the Bubblemaker program. This location boasts optimal sea conditions year-round and a protected entrance, creating a perfect setting for young divers. The shallow, clear waters provide an ideal introduction to the spectacular coral formations and colorful reef fish that inhabit this renowned dive site. The transition from a supervised pool-like setting to the natural reef is managed carefully to ensure comfort and safety. Safety is paramount, with a low instructor-to-child ratio ensuring each young participant receives personalized attention and guidance. All necessary scuba diving equipment is provided free of charge for the duration of the program. Furthermore, global insurance is included, covering health, equipment, and transportation, allowing parents peace of mind as their children embark on this exciting underwater adventure. The program is designed to be as fun as it sounds, making it a memorable introduction to diving. This program serves as an excellent gateway for children interested in future diving adventures. While no prior diving experience is required, a comfort level in the water is essential. Bubblemaker is specifically tailored for kids, offering them a unique opportunity to explore the aquatic environment in a playful and educational manner. It lays the foundation for potential future certifications, sparking a lifelong passion for the ocean.
Enriched Air Diver - NITROX
Elevate your diving experience with the Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) specialty course at Diving&Discovery. This highly sought-after certification focuses on the significant advantages of breathing enriched air, which contains a higher oxygen percentage than standard air. Mastering Nitrox allows for extended bottom times, particularly beneficial during repetitive dives, and can enhance overall safety and comfort underwater. The course delves into the theoretical aspects, including calculating oxygen percentages and determining safe No Decompression Limits (NDL) for various Nitrox mixes. You will also learn about the physiological effects of increased oxygen exposure and the proper procedures for handling enriched air cylinders. Diving&Discovery champions Nitrox as an essential upgrade for all their guests, prioritizing safety, comfort, and extended exploration. By offering this course with Nitrox fills free of charge, they remove a common barrier to entry for this valuable specialty. This initiative makes it more accessible for divers to reduce nitrogen loading, enjoy longer dives, and shorten surface intervals, leading to a more relaxed and efficient diving holiday. The center provides a digital manual for optional pre-study, allowing you to maximize your practical learning time on-site. This PADI specialty course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to plan and execute dives safely using enriched air. Understanding how to analyze your gas and plan your dives accordingly is a core component. The benefits are particularly pronounced for divers planning multiple dives per day, a common scenario in popular dive destinations. Learning to dive with Nitrox is a logical next step for certified divers looking to optimize their time underwater and gain a deeper understanding of gas management. Participants will gain practical insights into gas blending and analysis, ensuring they can confidently use Nitrox. The course emphasizes safe diving practices tailored to the specific properties of enriched air. Diving&Discovery ensures that all necessary equipment is provided throughout your stay, alongside comprehensive global insurance, allowing you to focus entirely on your learning and enjoyment. This specialty is ideal for anyone aiming to enhance their diving capabilities and safety, especially those planning extensive diving activities in renowned locations like Sharm El Sheikh.
Deep Diver
The PADI Deep Diver specialty course at Diving&Discovery is designed for certified divers aiming to explore beyond the standard recreational depth limits. This program focuses on safely extending your diving capabilities to depths of up to 40 meters (130 feet). You will gain essential knowledge and practical skills to manage the physiological effects of deeper dives, such as nitrogen narcosis and oxygen toxicity. The curriculum emphasizes proper dive planning, gas management techniques, and emergency procedures specific to deep environments. During the course, experienced Diving&Discovery instructors will guide you through theoretical concepts and practical application. While specific dive sites are subject to current conditions and availability, the aim is to provide real-world experience at locations suitable for deep exploration. This allows you to witness the unique underwater topography and marine life that inhabit these greater depths, offering a new perspective on the underwater world. The center prioritizes safety with low instructor-to-student ratios. This specialty certification is a significant step for divers looking to expand their horizons and access more challenging and rewarding dive sites. It builds upon your existing certification, preparing you for advanced exploration. The skills learned are directly applicable to many deeper wreck dives, wall dives, and other sites that lie beyond the 18-meter (60 feet) recreational limit. Completing the Deep Diver specialty opens up a wider range of dive opportunities globally. Diving&Discovery ensures a comprehensive learning experience by providing all necessary diving equipment throughout the course. Global insurance is also included, offering peace of mind as you develop your deep diving skills. The center's commitment to personalized attention means you'll receive thorough instruction tailored to your learning pace, ensuring you feel confident and competent at greater depths. This course is a valuable addition to any diver's training portfolio.
Dry Suit Diver
The PADI Dry Suit Diver specialty course at Diving&Discovery is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge for diving in cooler water environments or simply enhancing your thermal protection. This course focuses on the safe and effective use of a dry suit, which maintains warmth by trapping a layer of air. You will learn crucial techniques for donning and doffing the suit, mastering buoyancy control which differs significantly from wetsuit diving, and understanding potential risks like in-water inflation. The curriculum emphasizes managing air within the suit for both warmth and buoyancy, alongside emergency procedures specific to dry suit diving. While Sharm El Sheikh is renowned for its warm waters, mastering dry suit diving offers significant advantages for future travels to colder regions or for specific diving activities. Diving&Discovery provides this specialty to build your confidence and proficiency. The course structure typically involves practical application, allowing students to practice newly acquired skills in a controlled setting. This specialty is particularly relevant for divers looking to extend their diving season or explore new environments where thermal protection is paramount. Diving&Discovery operates with a commitment to personalized instruction, maintaining a low instructor-to-student ratio. This ensures that each diver receives dedicated attention and thorough guidance throughout the course. All necessary diving equipment, including the dry suit required for training, is provided by the center. Furthermore, comprehensive global insurance is included, offering peace of mind for the duration of your program. As a prerequisite, you should hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent from another agency. The course typically includes knowledge development sessions, confined water dives to practice skills, and open water dives to apply them in a real-world scenario. Upon successful completion, you will be certified as a PADI Dry Suit Diver, opening up possibilities for diving in a wider range of conditions and locations globally. This specialty complements other advanced training, enhancing your overall diving capabilities.
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Our Assistants and Instructors are always present and available with Ratio 1:1 and up to maximum 1:4 for scuba diving activities. For snorkeling, the ratio is from 1:1 to a maximum of 1:6. For technical dives and courses, the ratio is 1:1 (if requested up to max 1:2).
Yes, Nitrox is offered free of charge for all divers. This allows for extended No Decompression Limits (NDL) and provides health and safety benefits between and after repetitive dives.