PADI Underwater Naturalist

Why Underwater Naturalist?
If you're interested in aquatic life then the PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course is for you. This course is an introduction to the underwater aquatic environment and will help develop safe and responsible aquatic life interaction techniques.

What do I need to start?
PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organisation) Minimum age: 10 years old

During your PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course, you'll learn underwater naturalist dive planning, organisation, procedures, techniques and potential problems. You'll also get an overview of the major aquatic life groupings, interactions and factual information that dispels negative myths. You'll put this information into practice during your two open water dives.

How long will it take?
Recommended Course Hours: 12
Minimum Open Water Training: two open water dives over one day

Where can I go from here?
Your Adventures In Diving Underwater Naturalist Adventure Dive may count towards your Underwater Naturalist Specialty course at instructor discretion. This Specialty course also counts toward one of the five required Specialties for the Master Scuba Diver rating. To learn more about the aquatic life in your area, stop by Divemaster Scuba.

Looking for something special?
Take a look at our Adventure Holidays. This is a great opportunity to try something different under the guidance and supervision of our experienced instructors.

To book your PADI Course, call our telephone booking line: 0115 929 0707 or book on-line. We operate across various locations offering flexibility and choice. Combination courses, one to one tuition, mid-week and holiday courses are available.

Please contact the Dive Centre for further details. We are always adding to the schedules, if the dates are not convenient, just ask.