Altitude Diving

Go Higher. Dive Smarter.

The Fun Part
Altitude diving opens up a whole new world of dive sites—from mountain lakes to high-elevation reservoirs. These unique environments offer incredible visibility, peaceful surroundings, and a completely different diving experience. With the right training, you’ll feel confident exploring dive sites far above sea level.

What You’ll Learn

Diving at altitude requires specialized knowledge and adjustments. In this course, you’ll learn how to:

• Understand how altitude affects your body and dive planning
• Use dive tables or computers for altitude diving
• Plan dives safely with reduced no-decompression limits
• Properly account for pressure differences at elevation
• Adjust buoyancy and weighting for freshwater environments
• Execute safe ascents and descents in altitude conditions
• Recognize and manage risks unique to high-elevation diving

For learning materials and gear, contact The Scuba Shop.

Your Next Adventure Starts Here

Altitude diving gives you access to incredible inland dive sites you might otherwise miss. The PADI Altitude Diver Specialty is a great way to expand your skills and confidence as a diver—and it counts toward the prestigious Master Scuba Diver rating.

Ready to explore new heights?
Connect with the team at The Scuba Shop and start your next adventure today.