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How do I choose a dive BCD?
- Buoyant lift. This is the amount of weight a BC will support when fully inflated.
- Features. Whether it's integrated weights, cargo pockets or a cummerbund, having a clear idea of what features you want (or don't) in your BC will quickly help you narrow down the field.
- Traveling.
Where is the best diving spot?
- Great Blue Hole, Belize.
- Barracuda Point, Sipadan Island.
- Maaya Thila - South Ari Atoll, Maldives.
- Richelieu Rock, Thailand.
- Santa Rosa Wall, Cozumel.
- SS Thistlegorm Wreck, Egyptian Red Sea.
- SS Yongala Wreck - Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
- 1000 Steps, Bonaire.
How much do dives cost?
For beginners, it costs around $70 to $200 to do a single introductory dive with a guide and between $200 and $600 or more to do an open water diving course with a scuba instructor. Online courses are available to begin your scuba diving certification journey at your own pace and range from $0 to $200.
How much does a diving suit cost?
Cost - Wetsuits and skins range from $70 to $650. Drysuits can cost from $850 to more than $2,500. Our Advice - As long as a wetsuit fits correctly, it will do the job. If you're going the budget route, your choices will usually be limited to basic models.4 Apr 2019
How much does a BCD cost?
Cost - $350 to more than $1,000. Our Advice - This is an important piece of equipment that you can expect to use for many years. Don't skimp; go for quality.4 Apr 2019
How many PADI shops are there?
5882 PADI dive shops
How many PADI divers are there?
than 28 million diver certifications since 1967. There are more than 128,000 PADI professional members around the globe. There are 6,600 PADI Dive Centers and Resorts worldwide. PADI operates in 186 countries and territories.
Where is PADI located?
PADI, the world's largest recreational diver training and certification organization, is an Equal Opportunity Employer with corporate headquarters located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, USA.
What does 5 Star PADI mean?
PADI Five Star Dive Centers are progressive dive shops that provide a full range of PADI scuba diving education programs, equipment selection and experience opportunities, while encouraging aquatic environmental responsibility.
When can you dive in Tioman?
We are open from early February until mid November each year, as from mid-November through to early February, Tioman sees its monsoon season. The absolute best time for diving during the year is March June, where we see visibility of up to 30m, however the weather and conditions are good for diving all year round.
How much does a diving set cost?
It largely depends on how often you get to dive. Buying a basic scuba gear set would cost around $300, and a complete scuba gear set would go up to $1000 and more. Renting a scuba gear unit would cost you less, at just $30, and it would be a better solution if you plan to dive only once a year or during a vacation.