PADI Diving Specialties
Courses tailored to your needs
Each program is designed with a practical and personalized approach, guided by expert instructors who ensure clear and close learning.
Unique Dive Settings
You will complete your practical training at outstanding diving sites in Chile, surrounded by exceptional marine biodiversity.
Explore new diving specialties
PADI specialties allow you to perfect specific techniques, expand your underwater experience, and increase your safety in different scenarios and conditions.
1 to 3 days
$150.000 – $400.00
Dry Suit
Explore cold waters without sacrificing comfort. You’ll learn descent and ascent techniques, as well as proper wetsuit maintenance. This certification allows you to perform longer, safer dives in extreme conditions.
Duration: 1–2 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $300,000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Underwater Photography
Capture the beauty of the ocean with camera techniques, lighting, and filters. Includes a digital editing workshop with Quick and dive+ so your images convey all the magic of the underwater world.
Duration: 1–2 days
Difficulty: Easy
Price: $300,000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Nitrox (Enriched Air)
Maximize your dive time with oxygen mixes between 25% and 34%. You’ll learn to use specialized tables and digital analyzers, reducing the risk of decompression sickness.
Duration: 1 day
Difficulty: Easy
Price: $350,000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Fish Identification
Become a guardian of the ocean by learning to recognize species and their threats. This specialization empowers you to actively contribute to the conservation of marine ecosystems.
Duration: 1 day
Difficulty: Easy
Price: $250,000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Deep Diving
Access sites between 30 and 40 meters deep, where you’ll find historic shipwrecks and unique marine life. You’ll learn advanced physiology, narcosis management, and safe dive planning.
Duration: 2-3 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $350,000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Wreck Diving
Explore Chile’s underwater history, with over 1,200 recorded shipwrecks. You’ll learn safe penetration techniques, sediment handling, and 360° camera documentation.
Duration: 2-3 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $350,000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Emergency Oxygen
Learn to manage oxygen in critical situations and become a vital resource for your team. This certification increases safety on any dive.
Duration: 1 day
Difficulty: Easy
Price: $150.000
Requirement: None
Underwater Naturalist
Discover how marine ecosystems work and learn to interpret the behavior of different species. You’ll be able to collaborate on scientific projects and give your diving a deeper purpose.
Duration: 2 dives
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $300.000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Underwater Navigation
Master modern navigation techniques using compasses, natural landmarks, and safe route planning. This specialty optimizes your air consumption and increases your confidence underwater.
Duration: 3 dives
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $350.000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Search and Recovery
You will learn search patterns and techniques for recovering lost objects, even in low visibility. This skill is key for underwater archaeology and professional rescue operations.
Duration: 2–3 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $350.000
Requirement: Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent
Night Diving
Explore the ocean at night and discover bioluminescent species and unique behaviors. You’ll learn layered lighting techniques to move safely in the dark.
Duration: 2 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $300.000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Buoyancy Control
Perfect your underwater control with breathing and weight distribution techniques. This specialty increases the duration of your dives and improves your energy efficiency.
Duration: 2 dives
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $300.000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Diving Against Waste
Participate in marine conservation by safely collecting waste and sorting it for circular economy programs.
Duration: 1 day
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $150.000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Sidemount
Learn advanced twin-bottle setups for exploring caves and narrow shipwrecks. This technique offers greater flexibility and safety in complex environments.
Duration: 2–3 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $400.000
Requirement: Open Water Diver or equivalent
Summary of PADI Specialties
Study material
Access digital content and specific guides for each specialty, available from your registration.
Classes with the instructor
Receive personalized guidance in small groups, with clear explanations and practical exercises.
Open water dives
Apply your knowledge in real-life scenarios on the Chilean coast, surrounded by biodiversity and shipwrecks.
International certification
Upon completion of theory and practice, you will obtain your PADI certification valid at any dive center in the world.
Where does it take place?
EThe course program takes place at Playa Las Torpederas, a quiet bay with good conditions throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions about PADI Specialties
What does a PADI specialty include?
Each specialty includes study material, theoretical classes, practical open water dives, the use of full diving equipment, and official PADI certification.
What is the minimum age to pursue a specialization?
Most specialties require you to be at least 12 years old and certified as an Open Water Diver. Some, like Nitrox or Emergency Oxygen, can be done from age 10.
Do I need prior experience to enroll?
Yes, most specialties require an Open Water Diver certification. Some more advanced ones, such as Search and Recovery or Deep Diving, require an Advanced Open Water Diver certification.
How long does a PADI specialty last?
Depending on the specialty, the duration varies between 1 and 3 days, with an average of 2 practical dives.
What is the value of the specialties?
Prices range from $150,000 to $400,000, depending on the specialty and level of difficulty.
Where are the specialties performed?
The training takes place in open waters off the Chilean coast, in places like Pichidangui, Los Molles and the Isla Chañaral Marine Reserve, recognized for their biodiversity and safe conditions.
What benefits do I get from getting certified in a specialty?
Each specialty provides you with specific skills: from extending your Nitrox dives to exploring historical shipwrecks or perfecting your buoyancy control. You’ll also expand your experience and improve your underwater safety.
Can I take more than one specialty at a time?
Yes, it’s possible to combine specialties depending on your availability and certification level. For example, many divers do Deep Diving along with Underwater Navigation to broaden their skills.
Are PADI specialties valid internationally?
Yes, all PADI certifications are internationally valid and allow you to apply your skills at any dive center in the world.
What specialty do you recommend as my first choice?
It depends on your interests: if you’re looking for safety, Nitrox or Emergency Oxygen are ideal; if you want adventure, Wreck Diving or Night Diving are highly recommended; and if you want to improve your technique, Buoyancy Control is the perfect foundation.
Book today and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience