SEARCH AND RECOVERY | 2 DAYS

Find It. Recover It. Dive with Purpose.

The PADI Search & Recovery Specialty teaches you how to safely and efficiently locate and recover lost objects underwater. Whether it's a dropped anchor, lost equipment, or valuable items, you'll learn professional search techniques and recovery methods used by experienced divers.

With the guidance of a certified PADI Instructor, you'll practice underwater search patterns, use lift bags, and master the skills needed to recover objects while maintaining excellent buoyancy and teamwork.

What You'll Learn

• Plan and conduct effective underwater searches
• Use underwater navigation to locate lost objects
• Perform different search patterns (circular, U-pattern, expanding square)
• Use reels, lines, and markers correctly
• Safely recover small and large underwater objects
• Properly use lift bags for controlled recoveries
• Work efficiently as part of a search team
• Apply safe recovery procedures and problem-solving techniques
  

Course Details

• Duration: 2 Days
• Number of Dives: 4
• Equipment: Full scuba equipment included (including search and recovery equipment)
• Certification: PADI Search & Recovery Specialty Certification

Prerequisites

• PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification from another training organization)
• Minimum age: 12 years
  

What’s excluded

• Transfer from El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh and Makadi Bay : 15€ 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I take the Search & Recovery Specialty?

This course gives you practical skills that go beyond recreational diving. You'll learn how to locate and recover lost objects safely and efficiently, making you a more confident, capable, and self-reliant diver.

What types of objects will I learn to recover?

During the course, you'll practice recovering a variety of underwater objects using different search techniques and lifting methods. These skills can be applied to lost dive gear, anchors, cameras, and many other items.

Do I need previous experience with lift bags?

No. Your PADI Instructor will teach you how to safely use lift bags and recovery equipment during the course. No prior experience is required.

Is this course physically demanding?

The course involves swimming search patterns and handling recovery equipment, but it is designed for recreational divers with normal fitness levels. Your instructor will guide you through each exercise safely and progressively.

Will this improve my overall diving skills?

Yes. In addition to search and recovery techniques, you'll improve your underwater navigation, buoyancy control, teamwork, problem-solving, and dive planning skills that will benefit every dive you make.