PADI RESCUE DIVER COURSE...
READY TO HELP WHEN IT COUNTS
Take your diving skills to the next level. The PADI Rescue Diver Course teaches you how to prevent and respond to diving emergencies while becoming a more confident and capable diver. The course combines theory, practical rescue skills, and Emergency First Response (EFR) training based on internationally recognized safety standards.
WITH THIS PLAN, YOU MUST STAY AT LEAST ONE NIGHT IN A HOTEL ON THE ISLANDS AND WAIT AT LEAST 18 HOURS BEFORE TAKING A FLIGHT.
WHAT TO EXPECT
PHASE ONE - THEORY
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Once your reservation is confirmed, you will be able to download your digital course.
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Complete the theory component through PADI eLearning.
SECOND PHASE - PRACTICE
FIRST DAY
- Meet us at the pier (Muelle de la Bodeguita), just 5 minutes from Cartagena's historic center, at 8:00 a.m., or at your hotel at 9:30 if you're staying in the Rosario Islands.
- Speedboat transfer to our base in the Rosario Islands.
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Surface rescue and EFR practice drills.
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Diving rescue techniques and scenario-based learning.
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Lunch when departing from Cartagena (not included if you're already staying in the Rosario Islands).
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On-site theory and hands-on training in CPR and emergency management.
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Transfer to your hotel on the islands (hotel not included).
SECOND DAY
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Continue rescue and EFR practice sessions in both surface and underwater conditions.
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Lunch when departing from Cartagena (not included if you're already staying in the Rosario Islands).
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Return to Cartagena around 3:00 p.m., with arrival at approximately 4:15 p.m.
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Processing of your official PADI Rescue Diver certification.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
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Access to the PADI Rescue Diver eLearning.
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In-person Emergency First Response (EFR) theory session.
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Entry fee to Rosario Islands National Park.
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Diving insurance (mandatory).
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Roundtrip boat transfer to our base in the island.
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Practical sessions with a certified PADI instructor.
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All required rescue and scuba equipment
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Surface intervals at one of the top hotels on the islands
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Lunch the first and last day of the plan, for guests departing from Cartagena.
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PADI Rescue Diver certificate
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Eco-social support: A portion of your payment supports our DIVE TO HEAL program for coral restoration and adaptive dive for people with disabilities.
- NOTE: If you are already staying on the islands, transfers and lunch are not included.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
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Land transfer to the pier.
- Hotel in the Rosario Islands.
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Underwater photography or video service.
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Optional gratuities.
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Lunch for guests departing from the Island.
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Any services not explicitly mentioned.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
By booking, you are accepting the terms and conditions, cancellation policies and handling of personal data. SEE HERE.
TO BOOK WITH THE DIRECT RATE, CHOOSE YOUR DEPARTURE POINT
From Cartagena includes roundtrip transportation and lunch.
From the Islands, these services are not included, but we pick you up in your hotel.
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