Safely extend your depth range to 40 meters with SSI's Deep Diving specialty. Learn to plan and execute deep dives on Komodo's dramatic walls, pinnacles, and drop-offs.
The SSI Deep Diving specialty trains you to plan and execute dives between 18 and 40 meters with confidence. Over 3 training dives, you'll learn deep dive planning, gas management, narcosis awareness, and emergency procedures specific to deeper diving.
Komodo's underwater topography is ideal for deep diving training — steep walls dropping to depth, current-swept pinnacles rising from the deep, and outstanding visibility that lets you appreciate the full scale of the underwater landscape. Sites around Komodo offer natural deep profiles with rich marine life encounters at every depth. Prerequisites: SSI Open Water Diver certification with a minimum of 24 logged dives.
Komodo's dramatic underwater walls and pristine deep reef structures provide an ideal environment for deep diving training. Consistently clear visibility at depth and varied terrain make every deep dive a genuine learning experience.
SSI
Specialty
2 days
Duration
40m
Max Depth
Advanced
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Ask about SSI Deep DivingNot 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.
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SSI Deep Diving in Komodo
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Course prices typically include all SSI digital learning materials, equipment use, confined water training, and four open water dives. Your digital certification is included.
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SSI courses combine flexible digital learning with hands-on water training. Study at your own pace, then complete the water phases over 4–5 days in Komodo.
Digital Training
Access SSI's award-winning app for interactive theory, HD videos, and built-in knowledge reviews — on any device, before or after you arrive.
Confined Water Training
Work through the fundamental dive skills in a controlled, shallow environment with your SSI instructor, focusing on safety and buoyancy control.
Open Water Dives
Apply your skills in Komodo's world-class dive sites. Your instructor guides you through the required open water dives in real ocean conditions.
Instant Digital Certification
Receive your SSI certification instantly through the app — fully digital and stored securely for life, accessible from anywhere via the MySSI app.
Requirements — Good physical health and ability to swim 200m. Minimum age 10 (varies by program). No prior diving experience required for entry-level courses.
The SSI Deep Diving specialty takes 2 days with 4 progressively deeper dives reaching the 40m recreational limit.
Day 1 — Theory & Dives to 30–35m
Review deep diving theory via the SSI app, then complete your first two deep dives with emphasis on gas planning and narcosis awareness.
Pro tip: Stay well hydrated and rested before deep dives. Complete the SSI digital theory modules before your first day.
Day 2 — Dives to 40m
Complete your final two qualification dives reaching the full 40m limit on Komodo's deep walls.
Congratulations! You're now SSI Deep Diving certified — qualified to dive to 40m, the maximum recreational depth.
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