PADI Specialty
PADI Drift Diver
PADI Drift Diver Speciality Course
The coolest magic carpet ride you'll ever experience. Learn to go with the flow and let the current do the work.
- Duration 6 hours
- Dives 2 open water dives
- Theory PADI online learning
- Prerequisite Open Water Diver
- Equipment Full equipment included
- Minimum age 10 years
- PADI 5 Star dive centre – over 25 years teaching
- Full-time professional instructors
- All diving equipment included
What you'll do
Go with the flow
Enjoy ocean currents and glide along while the current does the work.
Stay together
Learn to stay with your dive partner in a current.
Boat communication
Communicate with the dive boat and know where you are the whole time.
Effortless diving
Drift diving is nearly effortless and relaxing – the rush of flying underwater.
About the course
The PADI Drift Diver Specialty introduces you to the coolest magic carpet ride you'll ever experience. The course shows you how to enjoy rivers and ocean currents by going with the flow, staying with your dive partner, communicating with the dive boat and knowing where you are the whole time.
Drift diving is nearly effortless and relaxing. You simply glide along and enjoy the rush of flying underwater while the current does the work.
What's included
- PADI online learning
- 2 open water dives
- Full equipment
Choose your date
Pick a date and pay securely online. Questions before you book? Call 028 7083 2584 or email info@aquaholics.co.uk.
Where you'll train
- Aquaholics Dive Centre – 14 Portmore Road, Portstewart BT55 7BE. We'll confirm where to meet and your timings after you book.
What to bring
- Swimwear
- A towel
- A bottle of water
Good to know
- You need to be an Open Water Diver (or hold a qualifying certification from another organisation).
- You'll need to complete the PADI medical questionnaire. If you answer yes to any question, you'll need a form signed by a doctor before your in-water sessions.
- Sea sessions depend on the weather and sea conditions. If it isn't safe, we'll contact you to rearrange.
- Bookings are non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
What does the course involve?
PADI online learning and two open water drift dives.
What do I need first?
An Open Water Diver certification or equivalent.
Is equipment included?
Yes – full equipment is included.
