Search and Recovery Diver Course – Master Underwater Search
Become an Expert in Finding and Recovering Lost Items Underwater
The PADI/SDI Search and Recovery Diver Course prepares you to efficiently search for and safely recover lost items underwater. Whether it’s dive equipment, anchors, or personal valuables – learn systematic search patterns and how to use lift bags for safe retrieval.
What to Expect in the Search and Recovery Course?
- Planning and executing systematic search patterns
- Using different search techniques and underwater navigation
- Safe use of lift bags for heavy objects
- Enhanced buoyancy control, communication, and teamwork
Why Choose This Course?
- Essential skills for all divers
- Valuable qualification for professional and commercial divers
- Ideal for wreck sites, anchor spots, and high-traffic areas
- Improves your underwater navigation and mapping skills
Course Content and Schedule
Theory and Practice:
Theory: Online learning or in-house sessions at Chang Diving Center
Dives: PADI: 2 days with 4 dives | SDI: 1 day with 2 dives
Key Skills:
- Creating and using search patterns like the expanding square and U-pattern
- Knot tying techniques and lift bag operations
- Planning searches in low visibility and strong currents
Requirements
- Certification: PADI Advanced Open Water or SDI Open Water Diver
- Minimum Age: 12 years
- Duration: PADI – 2 days, SDI – 1 day
- Dives: PADI – 4 dives, SDI – 2 dives
- Equipment: Full dive gear including lift bags (provided)
What Can You Discover?
During the Search and Recovery course in Koh Chang, explore vibrant marine life, wrecks, and hidden treasures while mastering essential dive skills.
Start Your Adventure!
Book the PADI/SDI Search and Recovery Course with Chang Diving Center and become a skilled underwater search and recovery expert!
Price Includes
- Free transfer on your dive day from your hotel to the boat-White Sand Beach to Bang Bao.(East Coast pick up on request)
- All Equipment which you need for Scuba Diving or Snorkeling
- Full Set of own Scuba Diving Gear?Discount 200 THB/Day(we provide tanks and weights)
- Lunch, soft drinks, coffee, tea and local fruits are served on boat
- English Speaking Divemaster or Instructor (Group Sizes max.5 PAX)
- Free Wifi on the Boat(max. 10PAX)
- Credit Card At the Shop or Boat (PayPal only at the online store)Payments above 1500 THB Free of charge
- NATIONAL PARK FEE'S NOT INCLUDED
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