Classes are mixed (online and in-person), and online classes are developed through the PADI system, for independent study.
The student reads the material at their own time and makes revisions to the development of knowledge related to deep diving.
Afterwards, a face-to-face class will be held, in which the instructor reviews the most important content, such as: planning with the decompression table, safety stops, deep water navigation and emergency procedures.
In the following days, we will carry out a total of 4 dives on Ilha do Arvoredo, which will be divided into 2 days of training in which we apply all the techniques learned.
Depending on your predisposition, time and depth of the diving, you will have the opportunity to learn about the effects of narcosis, also known as “deep intoxication”, which can cause a mild effect of euphoria and slowed thinking.
In deep diving it is important that may experience these symptoms and, therefore, the instructor will carry out reasoning activities at the bottom of the sea so that you can identify and understand the limits of your body.
Upon completion of training, you will be ready to safely dive up to 40 meters, in the most exclusive diving sites in the world that other people can only dream about.
You increase your confidence in the water and consolidates your knowledge, going much deeper when it comes to dive planning and the time limits in which you can remain at the bottom of the sea.
In addition, the PADI Deep Diver certification can be used as credit toward the PADI MSDT Instructor category.
Discover the advantages that Nitrox provides for deep diving:
There is no need to form a class to get started. You can do it whenever you want and at your own pace.
The specialization can be done in 3 days, 1 day being for theoretical classes and the other 2 days for practical classes on Ilha do Arvoredo.
In addition, you will have teaching material for studying at home, available through the PADI online system.
Yes of course! What stops us from diving in Arvoredo is the strong south wind.
Pregnant women cannot dive and cannot board, due to the time and distance we sail.
There are a number of health problems that make diving impossible. Therefore, it is important that you consult us first.
In relation to COVID-19, it is recommended that your doctor first evaluate your lungs, as this disease leaves consequences that make diving impossible..
In the essence of every diver there is a very strong desire to preserve nature. Curiosity about the world beneath the waves and the animals that inhabit the depths has attracted many generations of divers and we have inherited the tradition of protecting the environment that we enjoy every time we dive.
Diving is our passion and teaching new people about this world is our life goal.
Água Viva Mergulho was founded in 2012 on these pillars. We believe that every diver has a duty to preserve nature and we strive to incorporate this mission into our diving operations, whether collecting fishing hooks, plastic bottles or organizing specific seabed cleaning expeditions.
For all our dedication to training conscious divers and promoting environmental conservation actions, we were honored by the Green Star Awards.
The Ilha do Arvoredo Marine Biological Reserve is considered the best diving spot in southern Brazil, known for its marine diversity with various types of fish, turtles, seahorses and rays, as well as being on the migration route of humpback and Franca whales. The island is also an important archaeological site formed by burials characteristic of human occupation 4000 years ago.
The diving spots in Arvoredo differ in their characteristics, which can vary according to the formation of the bottom, minimum and maximum depths, most commonly found species, currents, or even specific characteristics, which provide a less conventional dive, such as a shipwreck, cave , etc.
The diving spots are all located in the southern portion of the island, the best known are: Ponta do Farol, Saco do Vidal, Saco do Farol, Baía do Engenho, Baía das Tartarugas, Saco do Batismo and Saco do Capim.
Our boat Água Viva VII was built in 2013, designed with specifications to best serve recreational diving.
Our boat is rated for open seas, with capacity for 4 crew and 46 passengers. The boat is also licensed for scientific research and adapted diving work.
It has ample sheltered space for passenger movement, which provides comfort and a beautiful view of the coast of Florianópolis and the mainland.
Specifications: 14.5 meters long; 5.40 meters wide; MWM X12 240 HP turbocharged engine; Average sailing speed 8 knots.
The boat has: Oxygen kit, first aid kit, VHF radio, GPS, Garmin probe, fresh water and bathroom.
