PADI Underwater Navigation Specialty on Catalina Island
Build the navigation skills to find your way underwater with confidence
Duration
All day
Includes
3 training dives, Instruction
Highlights
Train with an instructor in real Catalina diving conditions and develop greater independence underwater. This specialty turns navigation theory into practical skills you can use on future dives.
- Learn to use an underwater compass accurately
- Read kelp, reef contours, sand channels and depth changes as natural navigation landmarks
- Practice estimating underwater distances
- Follow reciprocal headings and more challenging compass routes to find your way back to your starting point
Itinerary
Check into Dive shop at 8am Meet your instructor Sign waivers, forms 3 dives to be completed for the specialty Break for lunch between dives 2 & 3 After course completion go through dive profiles and chat about what was learnt.
Important details
- Ages 10+ only
- Requires Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification
- Complete your e-learning or course manual and medical paperwork before arrival
- Arrive free from the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Bring an underwater slate and compass; both are required and not included in the listed price
- Sign the required waivers and forms at check-in
- Check in at 8am
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 7 days before for no penalty. Between 48 hours and 7 days, rebooking will be attempted; a rebooking fee may apply. No refunds within 48 hours or if you're ineligible due to certification, safety, drugs or alcohol. No-shows are charged full price. You'll receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: QJZEA9
FAQs
Bring lunch, snacks, a towel and dry clothes, plus sunscreen if needed. Snacks and drinks are also available to buy at the dive shop.
Meeting details
Catalina Divers Supply, 1 Casino Way, Avalon, CA 90704