Drift Diver Specialty
Go with the flow and discover one of the most effortless — and exhilarating — ways to explore the underwater world with the PADI Drift Diver Specialty at Blue Marlin Gili Trawangan. Across two thrilling dives, you’ll learn how to ride the ocean currents, glide effortlessly over coral gardens, and experience that incredible feeling of flying underwater.
Guided by our experienced instructors, you’ll master techniques for buoyancy, positioning, and communication while diving in moving water. It’s a must-do course for anyone visiting the Gilis, where gentle drifts and world-class visibility make every dive feel like a natural high.
Duration: 1 Day
Dives: 2 Ocean
Age: 12+
Course Highlights
- 2 open water drift dives around the Gili Islands
- Learn to read, plan, and dive with ocean currents safely
- Practice buoyancy and trim control in moving water
- Master drift entry, descent, and exit techniques
- Use surface signaling equipment and communication methods
- Enjoy effortless dives through vibrant coral and reef systems
- Counts toward your PADI Master Scuba Diver rating
Prerequisites
- PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent certification)
- Minimum 12 years old
- Comfortable buoyancy and recent diving experience
What You Learn
- How to plan and execute drift dives with confidence
- Communication and buddy procedures in current
- Proper use of drift lines, reels, and surface marker buoys (SMBs)
- Entry, descent, and surfacing techniques for current dives
- How to maintain position, awareness, and control while drifting
- Environmental awareness and techniques for minimizing impact
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