A hands-on specialty packed with practical skills. The Search and Recovery course covers systematic search patterns and recovery techniques across 2 dives, in groups of up to 4 divers for proper, focused attention.
SSI
240
€
PADI
290
€
SSI / PADI CERTIFICATION
Perfect your underwater problem-solving skills and gain control in real operations with the search and recovery course.
During this specialty, you will work on structured procedures to locate and safely lift objects. You will learn to plan the operation, coordinate the search, and execute the recovery with method and precision in 2 practical dives in the sea.
The search and recovery course is one of our diving courses in Malta for certified divers (minimum Open Water) who want to locate and recover objects underwater in a safe and planned way.
The Search and Recovery specialty introduces structured procedures for planning and executing underwater searches, applied in 2 practical dives in the sea under direct supervision.
At the end of the course you will obtain the official Search and Recovery Specialty certification.
During the 2 practical dives you will apply structured techniques for locating and recovering objects underwater, developing planning, control and coordination in a real environment.
You will execute the circular, grid and reference patterns of underwater navigation, adapted to visibility, depth and conditions.
You will work on underwater coordination, maintaining reference, line tension and effective communication during the search.
You will practice the secure attachment of the object and the controlled use of the lift bag to perform stable and safe ascents.
You will apply pre-dive protocols, environmental assessment and ascent management to complete the recovery safely.
Learn to locate and recover objects underwater with method and control.
SCUBA MALTA
St Julian's
SCUBA MALTA
St Paul's Bay
Scuba Malta has two dive centers in Malta — one in St. Julian’s and one in St. Paul’s Bay — both strategically positioned for quick access to Malta’s best diving spots.
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You MUST be Open Water Diver certified (or equivalent) and medically fit for diving. No exceptions.
Get ready for 2 real-deal dives in the open sea! You’ll be mastering search and recovery techniques hands-on, with your instructor right there.
One day. That’s all it takes to go from zero to hero. We jam-pack applied theory and in-water practice into a single, intense day.
Nope! Forget rescue experience. You just need your Open Water cert or equivalent. This is a standalone specialty.
We’re talking ropes, reels, lift bags – the serious gear. Plus, you’ll be rocking your full recreational dive kit.
12 years old. That’s the magic number, according to SSI and PADI.
BOOM! You’ll walk away with the official SSI or PADI Search and Recovery Specialty certification, good ANYWHERE in the world.