Specialty Courses

Open up another world of diving in rivers and streams!

Experience silently gliding past rocks worn smooth by years of gentle forming by the current of the river while surrounded by fish. A specialty training in River Diving allows you to enjoy a whole new range of wildlife and diving style, with an environment all its own.

In this course you will learn the specifics, rules of conduct and movements of diving knowledge in currents and these special dives will let you feel the power of water, and to present the beauty of nature “like in cinema.”

SSIRiver Diving Course | SSI River Diving | River Diving | Diving Course

Where do you want to dive?

starts at $599

Tioman island (or Pulau Tioman, as it is known locally) is one of Malaysia's most popular islands, where the white sand beaches overhung by towering palm trees are lapped by clear, calm and warm water teeming with all sorts of tropical marine life.

starts at $599

Diving in Bintan is perfect for beginners or a quick getaway. The untouched nature of the dive sites also appeals to experienced divers, especially those with an interest in macro-life.

starts at $899

Wouldn’t you love to dive amongst crystal clear waters and a diverse array of marine life from the tiny pygmy seahorses to the deep sea mola mola or sunfish, with crazy currents to boot? Set your heart on Diving In Bali against one of the many beautiful islands!

starts at $879

Spend a weekend and enjoy the comforts of MV Nautica as we sail you to the best diving destinations in the area - Southern Riau Islands, Tioman and the Anambas Islands. Hop on board and experience the carefree, leisure diving life on the MV Nautica liveaboard!

River Diving | Diving Courses

Course Content:

  • Peculiarities of diving in rivers
  • Identification and assessment of dangerous areas
  • The handling of special river diving equipment

The primary goal of any SSI Specialty course is to teach you important skills in a fun environment. All courses are taught using home study, short academic sessions, and in-water training.

what's Next?

The fun doesn’t need to stop there! With just a little more training, you can go even further – imagine diving in underwater shipwrecks, with sharks, or becoming an underwater photographer! It s your chance to move to the next level in your diving adventures.

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