Build on your SSI Open Water certification with 5 adventure dives in Komodo. Go deeper, navigate with precision, and refine your buoyancy in one of the Indo-Pacific's premier dive destinations.
The SSI Advanced Adventurer course builds directly on your Open Water certification with 5 adventure dives across three specialty areas. In Komodo, this means diving deeper to 30m on pristine reefs, navigating by compass across the park's diverse terrain, and adding performance buoyancy dives to fine-tune your control.
Complete the program in 2–3 days and immediately notice the improvement in your confidence and skill underwater. The Advanced Adventurer certification also counts toward SSI specialty ratings, making it an efficient stepping stone on your dive education path.
Komodo's range of diving conditions makes it an ideal setting for the SSI Advanced Adventurer course — you'll find perfect examples of every specialty dive environment within a short boat ride of Labuan Bajo.
SSI
Certified
2–3 days
Duration
30m
Max Depth
Intermediate
Level
| Dive Center | Package | Price | |
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SSI Advanced Open Water Course This course is perfect for certified divers who want to explore different types of diving and improve their skills. It includes 5 adventure dives over 2 days, taught by a professional instructor. 2 days5 dives | $455 | Book Now | |
SSI Coral Restoration Course A 2 day experience learning about reefs and take part in protecting them. Understand how reefs grow, the challenges they face, and how divers can help restore them. Join our team to care for coral nurseries and support reef recovery in Komodo. Dive with purpose and give something back to the ocean. |
Not all dive centers are created equal. Here's what to look for when choosing where to do your SSI course in Komodo.
Instructor Experience
Look for SSI instructors at Diamond or Elite certification level — the highest SSI instructor ratings. Ask how many certifications they've completed and whether they specialise in your target program.
Safety Standards
Ensure they have emergency oxygen, first aid kits, and DAN insurance on every boat. Ask about emergency protocols and equipment servicing schedules — SSI centres should follow SSI safe diving standards.
Equipment Quality
Ask to see the student equipment before committing. Modern, well-maintained gear from recognised brands (Scubapro, Mares, Cressi) ensures a better and safer learning experience.
Group Size
Smaller student groups mean better instructor attention and faster skill development. Look for centres offering 2–4 students per instructor rather than filling sessions to maximum capacity.
Boat Quality
Long days at sea require comfortable, well-equipped boats. Check for shade, toilets, safety gear, and a clean dive deck. A good boat makes your training days significantly more enjoyable.
Reviews & Reputation
Read recent reviews focusing on instructor communication, patience, and how the centre handles students who progress at different speeds. Consistent high ratings over many reviews are a strong signal.
SSI Advanced Adventurer in Komodo
Course prices typically include all SSI digital learning materials, equipment use, confined water training, and four open water dives. Your digital certification is included.
Compare all centers & pricesTypically Included
The SSI Advanced Adventurer program lets you sample five different specialty dives without committing to full specialty courses. Most courses in Komodo are completed in 2 days.
Digital Learning
Complete the SSI Advanced Adventurer academic sessions through the MySSI app.
Deep Diving Adventure Dive
Descend to up to 30 metres with your instructor to experience depth management, gas planning, and narcosis awareness.
Navigation Adventure Dive
Learn to navigate underwater using a compass, natural references, and kick cycles.
Three Elective Adventure Dives
Choose three additional specialty dives based on conditions and your interests.
Receive Your Certification
Complete all five adventure dives to earn your SSI Advanced Adventurer certification. Your depth limit increases to 30 metres.
Requirements — SSI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent). Minimum age 10 (12 for Deep Diving adventure dive). Good general health.
The SSI Advanced Adventurer course in Komodo is typically completed in 2 days with five adventure dives.
Day 1 — Deep Dive + Navigation + Elective
Start with your Deep Diving adventure dive to 30 metres. Follow with a Navigation dive. Finish with your first elective.
Pro tip: Komodo's currents make the drift diving adventure dive incredibly relevant.
Day 2 — Two Elective Adventure Dives
Complete your remaining two elective adventure dives.
Congratulations! You're now an SSI Advanced Adventurer — certified to dive to 30 metres.
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SSI Advanced Open Water Course
This course is perfect for certified divers who want to explore different types of diving and improve their skills. It includes 5 adventure dives over 2 days, taught by a professional instructor.
SSI Coral Restoration Course
A 2 day experience learning about reefs and take part in protecting them. Understand how reefs grow, the challenges they face, and how divers can help restore them. Join our team to care for coral nurseries and support reef recovery in Komodo. Dive with purpose and give something back to the ocean.
