Drift Diving in Bali
Drift diving is an exciting way to explore Bali’s underwater landscapes, letting you glide effortlessly with the currents while soaking up the vibrant marine life. This type of diving is popular at spots around Bali such as Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan, where strong currents create a thrilling experience.
One of the best things about drift diving is that it lets you cover more ground with less effort. The current does most of the work, so you can relax and enjoy the scenery. However, knowing some techniques and tips is important to ensure safety and make the most of your dive.
Drift Diving in Bali: Techniques and Tips
Get Proper Training: Before diving into drift diving, it is essential to have the right training and experience. An Advanced Open Water certification or a Drift Diving Speciality course is a smart choice, as they will teach you how to handle currents safely.
Plan the Dive: Always dive with a knowledgeable guide who knows the local currents and conditions. A thorough briefing should cover entry and exit points, expected current strength and direction, and any potential hazards.
Entry and Exit: You usually enter the water from a boat, so it is important to go in together as a group to avoid getting separated. Exiting can be tricky in strong currents, so be ready to signal for the boat and use surface marker buoys (SMBs) to let them know where you are.
Control Your Buoyancy: Good buoyancy control is crucial in drift diving. Stay streamlined and keep your movements smooth to enjoy the ride.
Stay Aware: Drift diving lets you cover more ground, but it also requires being alert. Keep an eye out for changes in the current, obstacles, and marine life, and be ready to adjust your position as needed.
PADI Drift Diver Speciality Course
There is nothing quite like a fast drift dive to get your adrenalin going, but drift diving will become even more enjoyable with the greater knowledge gained through the PADI Drift Diver Speciality course. In the course you will learn about drift dive planning, organisation, diving techniques and potential hazards. You will also learn about buoyancy control in a current and special equipment such as delayed surface marker buoys.
The PADI Drift Diver Speciality also provides an overview of currents – causes and effects. Learn techniques for staying close to a buddy or together as a group as you float with the current.
PADI Drift Diver Speciality Course
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