SSI Boat Diver Program

Take your diving offshore.

SSI Boat Diver

Reach further. Dive deeper. Explore beyond the shore.

The ocean’s best dive sites often lie beyond the beach — and the SSI Boat Diver course is your key to getting there. Learn how to dive safely and confidently from boats of all sizes, from small personal craft to full liveaboards. If you're planning to travel or want access to deeper, more remote dive locations, this course is a must.

Boat diving opens up a new world of possibilities, letting you reach offshore sites rich in marine life and far from the crowds. Whether you're prepping for a liveaboard adventure or want to explore your local coastline more effectively, this one-day course will get you there with confidence.

Course Overview

Boat Entry & Exit Techniques: Learn how to handle different boat types and dive setups
Gear Setup & Space Management: Practise efficient preparation and gear handling on deck
Liveaboard & Offshore Protocols: Understand what’s expected when diving from larger vessels

Who It’s For

Divers who want to access remote or deep-water sites
Anyone planning a liveaboard or dive holiday
Divers interested in improving boat-based safety and comfort

What You Need

Minimum age: 12
Open Water Diver certification or equivalent
Be fit and healthy to dive

Course Details

Duration: 1 day
Open Water Dives: 2
Max Depth: Up to 30 metres
Includes: Online training, full scuba gear, boat dives, instructor support, recognition certificate and e-card

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SSI BOAT DIVER PROGRAM = $399

COURSE OVERVIEW

The ocean is filled with dive sites, but many of the best ones can only be accessed by boat. If you want to discover these incredible dive sites, become an SSI boat diver. It is the best way to learn how to dive from different types of boats safely and with confidence.
As an SSI Boat Diver, you will be able to explore offshore dive sites that attract schooling pelagic and marine megafauna not found closer to shore.
You can experience the excitement of liveaboard diving anywhere in the world, fill your day with diving away from the crowds, and cruise along as the sun goes down.

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If you’re keen to learn more or want help choosing the right course, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out the form and one of our team will be in touch to chat through your goals, availability, and next steps.

There’s no pressure and no commitment — just good advice from people who know diving and know the Taranaki coast.

We hold a current OutdoorsMark certification, the recognised benchmark for safety in the adventure tourism industry. This means every course and dive we offer is delivered under strict safety systems — so you can focus on learning, exploring, and enjoying the experience, knowing you're in capable hands.

At Oceans Alive, safety isn't just a box we tick, it's built into every dive we do. Keen to know more?
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