Course overview

Reach recreational depth limits with the SSI Deep Diving specialty in Pondicherry, descending the Aravind Wall and deeper Bay of Bengal sites. The course builds the gas-planning and narcosis-management skills that deeper east-coast diving rewards.

What you’ll learn

• Plan deep dives within recreational limits
• Manage narcosis and gas supply
• Use deep-dive equipment correctly
• Control ascents and safety stops
• Adapt to reduced light and colour

Prerequisites

• 15 years or older
• SSI Advanced Adventurer or equivalent
• Good buoyancy and air control

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Probability of sightings · month-by-month

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Day-by-day itinerary

1. Day1
   Theory and intro deep dives

   Study deep procedures then dive beyond 18m on local reefs.
2. Day2
   Deeper descents

   Reach toward 30-40m on the Aravind Wall with gas and narcosis drills.

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