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Underwater Navigator

The PADI Underwater Navigator Course with Adelaide Scuba helps you master the art of finding your way beneath the surface with confidence and precision. Through a combination of theory and hands-on dives, you’ll learn to use a compass effectively, estimate distances, follow natural navigation clues, and create detailed dive maps. Whether exploring local reefs or wrecks, this course builds your awareness and boosts your underwater confidence, so you can spend more time enjoying the dive and less time wondering where you are. Perfect for divers who want to refine their skills and take the next step in their underwater adventures.

✅ What You’ll Learn

  • Complete PADI Underwater Navigator certification
  • Master essential scuba skills in popen water environments
  • Receive a globally recognised PADI certification

📅 Course Structure

  • Theory: PADI eLearning allows you to learn at your own pace at home
  • Day 1: Two boat dives from our on-site dive boats
  • Day 2: Two boat dives from our on-site dive boats

🧰 What’s Included

  • All scuba equipment provided (wetsuit, BCD, regulator, fins and boots, tank, weights)
  • Convenient amenities: the dive boats come with freshwater showers, toilets, snacks, and shelter
  • Small class sizes for personalised instruction (4 students)
Why take the PADI Underwater Navigator Course?

The PADI Underwater Navigator Course at Adelaide Scuba is designed to give you the skills and confidence to find your way underwater with accuracy and ease. As you explore South Australia’s unique dive sites, you’ll learn to use a compass precisely, identify natural navigation markers, measure distances, and plan effective dive routes. This course is ideal for divers who want to improve their underwater awareness, reduce stress, and make every dive more enjoyable by knowing exactly where they are and how to get back safely. Strong navigation skills are not only essential for independent diving but are also a key step in building your overall dive proficiency. Completing the PADI Underwater Navigator Course counts as one of the five specialty certifications required to achieve the prestigious PADI Master Scuba Diver rating—the highest non-professional level in recreational diving. Join Adelaide Scuba and take your diving skills to the next level with this rewarding and practical specialty course.

Before you book
  • Aged 14+ (12-14 - Junior Open Water Diver)
  • You must be a certified Open Water Diver (PADI, SSI, SDI etc.)
  • Complete a medical waiver, you can find this HERE
What makes Adelaide Scuba different?

Dive Boats

  • At Adelaide Scuba we have dive boats berthed at the rear of our shop, giving us easy access to all the amazing dive sites off Adelaide’s coast! Our spacious vessels are equipped with onboard toilets, hot freshwater showers, and hot tea or coffee for the surface intervals. If you're lucky, maybe even a toasted croissant for a snack.
  • Learning how to conduct yourself on a boat dive, and what to expect, is a great experience and gives you skills that can be used all around the globe.
  • We conduct boat dives as standard for all Courses.

Small Classes

  • We are focused on teaching to high standards and not cutting corners.
  • With 4 students per class this means we can keep an easy pace, give everyone the attention they need and keep things safe.
  • You won't be left behind and you won't be rushed through skills to keep up with the rest.

FAQ

Will I need to bring any gear myself (for example mask, snorkel, fins and dive boots)?

All gear will be provided by Adelaide Scuba. We have Premium Scubapro, Cressi and Oceanic rental equipment for your comfort.

We very strongly recommend having your own Mask and Snorkel - for comfort and hygene.

We will teach you about the different types of gear available and to maximize your enjoyment of the experience, we do recommend coming in-store to have a look at our mask range - your dive mask is the most important piece of equipment you will invest in. Feel free to come in and try some on!

What If I fail my dive medical?

It is always best to read through the medical questionnaire first to determine if you require a doctors clearance. If you have a known medical condition we encourage you to gain clearance before you commence your eLearning. A medical clearance by a diving doctor will last for 12 months. The eLearning portion of the course is not refundable and once commenced, the course is not refundable by Adelaide Scuba. Please ask our friendly staff if you have any questions about how this process works.

You can find the PADI Medical Waiver Here.

You can find Diving Doctors Here

 

Can I reschedule the course if I cannot complete the online training in time or get my medical in time?

Rescheduling is available for any reason, however there is rescheduling fee of $100 if this is within 14 days of the course start. As soon as your course space is booked with us there is a lot of preparation in place to ensure your gear and Instructor is available. We ask that you please give us as much notice as you can - our courses are scheduled 12 months in advance and can be booked out up to 3 months in advance at some times of the year.

I have a voucher, can I use this for the course cost?

Yes, of course! You can put your voucher towards your Learn To Dive Course, all vouchers must be redeemed within the expiry date & will not be extended.

What happens when there is a turn in the weather?

Adelaide Scuba staff monitor the weather forecasts closely all year round and will provide you with as much notice as possible if the conditions look unsafe for scuba diving. Water conditions are not always determined by sunshine but primarily by wind, rain, current and swell. South Australia has a variety of dive sites, which are suitable in varying weather conditions. If the prediction is for unsafe conditions we may have to reschedule the course dives to another time & will discuss this based on student and Instructor availability.

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