Search and Recovery Specialty

Have you ever lost something while diving and wished you could recover it?

With the Search and Recovery Specialty, you will learn effective ways to search for objects underwater that increase the chances of finding them. Searching and recovering can be a big challenge, but you will surely enjoy the process.

What does the Search and Recovery Specialty consist of?

It consists of a theoretical part and a practical part.

• In the theorical part, you will learn how to gather information and resources, and how to carefully plan a search and recovery.

• In the practical part, you will do 4 dives in which you will practice:

  • Following search patterns using your compass and natural navigation

  • Locating large and small objects using different search patterns

  • Using the lift bag for large or heavy objects, in addition to other recovery methods.

  • Planning a search operation based on the data obtained on the lost object before the dive.

Warning: After doing this specialty, you will spend hours and hours searching for lost objects on the seabed! We are not responsible 😉

Frequently asked questions about the Search and Recovery Specialty

• What does the Search and Recovery Specialty include?

  • 4 dives

  • Didactic material

  • Complete diving equipment

  • Diving instructor

  • Safety briefing

• What is the minimum age to be able to do the Search and Recovery Specialty?

The minimum age to do the Search and Recovery Specialty is 16 years old and under the direct supervision of an Instructor.

• How long does the Search and Recovery Specialty last?

You can obtain the Search and Recovery Specialty in approximately 2 days. You can consult us to adapt the course to your needs.

• What do I have to bring to do the Search and Recovery Specialty?

We recommend you bring a swimsuit and towel, and if you tend to get seasick when traveling by car or boat, we also recommend you take some motion sickness pills.

• What is the maximum depth we will go to?

The maximum depth in the Search and Recovery Specialty is 18 meters.