SPECIALTY COURSES
Enhance your knowledge in specialized areas of scuba diving!
Barakuda offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your scuba expertise. Tailored to enhance your understanding and proficiency in specific dive specialties, these courses are designed to deepen your knowledge and refine your skills.
We have 17 Specialty Courses you can choose from:
Nitrox
Sidemount Diver
Deep Diver
Wreck Diver
Self-Reliant Diver
Search and Recovery
Drift Diver
Night Diver
Buoyancy Control expert
Equipment Master
Delayed SMB Diver
Underwater Ecodiver
Underwater Navigation
Underwater Digital Videographer
Underwater DigitalPhotographer
Fish Identification
Boat Diving
Each course involves a different number of dives and objectives. Here are the prices of each Specialty depending on how many dives are included.
2 Dives 5,900 THB
3 Dives 7,900 THB
4 Dives 9,900 THB
Nitrox Air Diver Specialty
If you're ready to extend your bottom time, minimize your surface intervals, and explore the underwater world with confidence, then the Nitrox Air Diver Specialty certification is your ticket to safer and more enjoyable diving adventures. Enriched Air, also known as Nitrox, allows you to dive longer by reducing the amount of nitrogen in your breathing gas. With the Nitrox Air Diver Specialty, you'll learn how to analyze, blend, and dive with Enriched Air, giving you more time to explore dive sites and encounter marine life. Enriched Air Diving also reduces the risk of decompression sickness by limiting the amount of nitrogen absorbed during a dive. With shorter surface intervals, you can make more dives in a day without compromising safety, maximizing your time underwater and making the most of your dive trips. Enriched Air Diving can also improve your overall dive performance by reducing fatigue and minimizing post-dive exhaustion. With a higher oxygen content in your breathing gas, you'll feel more energized and alert underwater, allowing you to dive longer and explore further with ease.
Course Price:
Dry course - (Classroom only) 4,400 THB
Full course - Classroom and 2 Dives with Nitrox 6,900 THB
Sidemount Diver Specialty
If you're ready to enhance your diving experience with the freedom and flexibility of sidemount diving, then the Sidemount Diver Specialty certification is your ticket to exploring the underwater world like never before. With the Sidemount Specialty, you'll learn how to configure and dive with multiple tanks mounted on your sides, allowing you to streamline your profile and explore tight spaces with ease. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to properly configure and adjust your sidemount rig, manage multiple tanks underwater, and perform gas switches and shutdowns with confidence. Sidemount diving offers ergonomic advantages, allowing you to carry and manage your tanks more efficiently than traditional back-mounted configurations. By sidemount diving, you'll enjoy increased comfort and reduced fatigue on longer dives, as well as improved access to your valves and regulators in emergency situations. So whether you're a recreational diver or an aspiring dive professional, the Sidemount Specialty opens up new opportunities for exploration and adventure.
Course Price: 13,500 THB (Confined water + 4 Dives)
Deep Diving Specialty
The Deep Diving Specialty course is designed to equip divers with the knowledge and skills needed to safely explore depths between 18 and 40 meters (60-130 feet). Whether you’re drawn to shipwrecks, breathtaking drop-offs, or the allure of deeper marine life, this course is your gateway to underwater exploration at greater depths. Led by experienced instructors, you'll learn essential skills and techniques to navigate the depths safely and confidently. From advanced dive planning to managing gas supply, you'll be equipped with the knowledge needed to unlock the mysteries of the deep. Our comprehensive training ensures that you're prepared for every aspect of deep diving, from understanding the effects of pressure to executing emergency procedures with precision.
Dive deeper with confidence, knowing that your safety is our top priority. Expand your diving horizons, challenge yourself, and elevate your skills to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting your underwater journey, the thrill of deep diving awaits.
Course Price: 9,900 THB (4 Dives)
Wreck Specialty
If you're ready to embark on an adventure like no other, then the Wreck Specialty certification is your ticket to explore the hidden treasures of the underwater world. You can explore sunken ships, planes, and artifacts, uncovering stories lost to the depths of the ocean. It's not just a dive; it's a journey through time. Our comprehensive course will equip you with the specialized skills needed to navigate wrecks safely and confidently. From wreck penetration techniques to perfecting buoyancy control, you'll dive like a pro while respecting these historical sites. So if you crave adventure and the thrill of the unknown, wreck diving is your calling.
Course Price: 12,400 THB (4 Dives)
Self-Sufficient Diver
Are you ready to take your diving skills to the next level? Dive into the world of self-reliance with the Self-Sufficient Diver Specialty course. Designed for experienced divers seeking new challenges and a heightened sense of independence, this course empowers you to explore the depths with confidence and skill. Self-Sufficient Diver Specialty course is an advanced training program that teaches divers the necessary skills and mindset for safe solo diving. Led by certified instructors with extensive experience, this course goes beyond traditional diving education to focus on self-sufficiency and problem-solving underwater. Throughout the course, you'll delve into topics such as managing your air supply, equipment redundancy, emergency procedures, and effective dive planning. You'll develop a deeper understanding of your own capabilities and limitations as a diver, equipping you to handle challenging situations with poise and confidence. You'll learn essential safety protocols and risk management strategies to ensure your dives are both thrilling and secure. Self-Sufficient Diver Specialty course is ideal for experienced divers who crave independence and want to explore the underwater world on their own terms. Whether you're an avid adventurer or simply seeking a new challenge, this course is your gateway to a world of solo diving possibilities. Embark on your journey to becoming a self-reliant diver today!
Course Price: 9,900 THB (4 Dives)
Search and Recovery Specialty
From lost equipment to historical artifacts, the underwater world is full of treasures waiting to be discovered. With the Search and Recovery Specialty, you'll learn essential search patterns, techniques, and equipment handling skills to locate and recover objects with precision and efficiency. Whether you're diving for recreation or as part of a professional team, the ability to conduct effective search and recovery operations makes you a valuable asset. With this specialty certification, you'll gain the skills and confidence to assist in search and recovery missions, both on land and underwater. Search and recovery isn't just about finding lost items; it's also about preserving and protecting our underwater heritage. By learning proper search and recovery techniques, you'll help safeguard fragile marine ecosystems and historical sites for future generations to enjoy.
Course Price: 9,900 THB (4 Dives)
Drift Diver Specialty
If you're ready to experience the thrill of diving in the fast lane, then the Drift Diver Specialty certification is your ticket to mastering the art of drift diving. Drift diving is like flying underwater, where you can effortlessly glide along with the ocean currents and explore vast underwater landscapes. With the Drift Diver Specialty, you'll learn to harness the power of the currents and turn them into exhilarating diving adventures. Drift diving opens up a whole new world of underwater exploration. From vibrant coral reefs to stunning wall dives, you'll have the opportunity to explore diverse underwater environments and encounter a wide variety of marine life. Drift diving requires specialized techniques and skills to navigate safely and effectively in fast-moving currents. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to plan and execute drift dives, maintain proper buoyancy control, and stay connected with your dive buddy in challenging conditions. If you're an adrenaline junkie looking for your next thrill, drift diving is sure to get your heart racing.
Course Price: 5,900 THB (2 Dives)
Night Specialty
If you're ready to dive into the mysterious world of night diving, then the Night Specialty certification is your ticket to exploring the ocean after dark. As the sun sets and the underwater world transforms, night diving offers a whole new perspective. With the Night Specialty, you'll witness marine life that only emerges after dark, from curious crustaceans to mesmerizing bioluminescent creatures. Night diving requires specialized techniques and skills to navigate safely and confidently.
Our comprehensive course will equip you with the knowledge and training needed to dive under low-light conditions, from mastering underwater navigation to using specialized dive lights. Night diving is an exhilarating experience like no other. Dive into the darkness and feel the adrenaline rush as you explore underwater landscapes illuminated by your dive light. It's an adventure that will leave you breathless and craving more.
Course Price: 7,900 THB (3 Dives)
Buoyancy Expert Specialty
Buoyancy control is the mark of a true diving professional. With the Buoyancy Expert Specialty, you'll learn to hover effortlessly, glide through the water with minimal effort, and conserve energy, allowing you to focus on exploring the underwater world. Proper buoyancy control isn't just about looking good underwater; it's also about protecting fragile marine ecosystems. By mastering buoyancy, you'll minimize damage to coral reefs and marine life.
Course Price: 5,900 THB (2 Dives)
Equipment Expert Specialty
If you're ready to dive deeper into the world of scuba gear and equipment, then the Equipment Expert Specialty certification is your key to understanding the tools of the trade like never before. Scuba diving equipment is your lifeline underwater, and understanding how it works is essential for a safe and enjoyable diving experience. With the Equipment Expert Specialty, you'll learn about the inner workings of scuba gear, from regulators and tanks to dive computers and buoyancy devices. By becoming an Equipment Expert, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to properly maintain and care for your scuba equipment. You'll learn how to perform basic repairs and troubleshooting, ensuring that your gear is always in top condition and ready for your next dive adventure. Properly maintained scuba equipment lasts longer and performs better, saving you time and money in the long run. With the skills you'll learn in the Equipment Expert course, you'll be able to identify issues before they become major problems, preventing costly repairs and equipment failures.
Course Price: Dry course (Classroom) 5,900 THB
Delayed SMB Diver Specialty
If you're ready to take control of your ascent and master the use of delayed surface marker buoys (SMBs), then the Delayed SMB Diver Specialty certification is your pathway to safe and responsible diving practices. A delayed SMB is a vital piece of safety equipment for divers, providing a visual reference point for boats and other divers during ascent. With the Delayed SMB Diver Specialty, you'll learn how to properly deploy and manage a delayed SMB, ensuring a safe and controlled ascent every time. Delayed SMB diving requires specialized techniques and skills to ensure a successful deployment and ascent. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to select and rig a delayed SMB, deploy it from various depths and positions, and manage your ascent while controlling buoyancy and maintaining contact with the SMB. Effective communication is key to safe diving, especially during ascent. By mastering the use of delayed SMBs, you'll be able to communicate your position and intentions to boat crews and other divers, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring a smooth and coordinated ascent.
Course Price: 5,900 THB (2 Dives)
Underwater Naturalist Diver UND
If you're ready to explore the wonders of marine life with patience and observation, then the Underwater Naturalist Diver certification is your gateway to becoming a more informed and engaged diver. The ocean is teeming with life, from colorful coral reefs to fascinating marine creatures. With the Underwater Naturalist Diver, you'll learn how to observe and identify marine life in their natural habitat, enhancing your diving experience and deepening your appreciation for the underwater world. Underwater naturalists take a patient and observant approach to diving, allowing them to discover hidden treasures and observe elusive marine species. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to spot marine life, identify common species, and record your observations for further study. Understanding marine life is not only essential for a more enjoyable diving experience but also for dive safety. By mastering underwater naturalist techniques, you'll learn how to identify potential hazards, avoid dangerous marine species, and recognize signs of distress in marine life.
Course Price: 7,900 THB (3 Dives)
Underwater Navigation Specialty
If you're ready to sharpen your underwater navigation skills and explore the depths with accuracy, then the Underwater Navigation Specialty certification is your pathway to mastering the art of underwater navigation. Underwater navigation is an essential skill for any diver, and mastering it allows you to explore new dive sites with confidence. With the Underwater Navigation Specialty, you'll learn advanced navigation techniques and strategies to navigate accurately in challenging conditions. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to use natural navigation cues, navigate without a compass, and perform reciprocal and triangle patterns with precision. Accurate underwater navigation is not only essential for finding your way back to the boat or shore but also for preventing getting lost or separated from your dive buddy. By mastering underwater navigation, you'll enhance dive safety and reduce the risk of accidents or getting disoriented underwater. So whether you're a recreational diver or an aspiring dive professional, the Underwater Navigation opens up new opportunities for exploration and adventure.
Course Price: 9,900 THB (4 Dives)
Digital Underwater Videographer Specialty
If you're ready to turn your diving adventures into stunning visual stories, then the Digital Underwater Videographer Specialty certification is your gateway to mastering the art of underwater videography. Underwater videography allows you to capture the beauty and excitement of the underwater world in motion. With the Digital Underwater Videographer, you'll learn how to use a camera to capture stunning video footage, tell compelling stories, and bring your underwater adventures to life on screen. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to select and use underwater video equipment, frame shots effectively, and edit footage to create professional-quality videos. Underwater videography is not just about capturing moments for yourself; it's about sharing your passion for the underwater world with others. By mastering underwater videography techniques, you'll be able to share your diving adventures with friends, family, and fellow divers, inspiring others to explore and protect our oceans.
Course Price: 7,900 THB (3 Dives)
Digital Underwater Photographer Specialty
If you're ready to transform your diving experience into stunning visual memories, then the Digital Underwater Photographer Specialty certification is your passport to mastering the art of underwater photography. Underwater photography allows you to capture the magic of the underwater world and share it with others. With the Digital Underwater Photographer Specialty, you'll learn how to use a camera underwater, compose captivating shots, and bring your underwater adventures to life through photography. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to select and use underwater camera equipment, adjust camera settings for optimal results, and compose visually compelling shots that tell a story. Underwater photography adds a new dimension to diving, allowing you to explore dive sites with a fresh perspective and appreciate the beauty of marine life in a whole new way. By mastering underwater photography techniques, you'll enhance your diving experience and create memories that last a lifetime.
Course Price: 7,900 THB (3 Dives)
If you're ready to dive deeper into the fascinating world of marine life and become a skilled underwater naturalist, then the Fish Identification Specialty certification is your ticket to discovering the diverse and colorful inhabitants of the ocean. The ocean is home to an incredible array of marine life, from tiny reef fish to majestic pelagics. With the Fish Identification Specialty, you'll learn how to identify common fish species and understand their behavior, habitat preferences, and ecological roles, enriching your diving experience and deepening your connection to the underwater world. By learning to recognize and identify fish species, you'll gain insight into the complex relationships between different organisms and ecosystems, enriching your dive experience and broadening your appreciation for the wonders of the sea. With the Fish Identification Specialty, you'll become a citizen scientist, contributing valuable data to scientific research projects and conservation efforts aimed at protecting marine biodiversity and preserving fragile ecosystems for future generations.
Course Price: 5,900 THB (2 Dives)
Fish Identification Specialty
Boat Diving Specialty
If you're ready to embark on unforgettable diving adventures aboard the ocean's surface, then the Boat Diving Specialty certification is your gateway to mastering the art of boat diving. Boats serve as gateways to some of the most spectacular dive sites on the planet, from remote reefs to historic wrecks. With the Boat Diving Specialty, you'll learn how to safely and efficiently dive from boats, opening up a world of exploration and adventure. Boat diving requires specialized skills and techniques to navigate safely and comfortably in varying conditions. Our comprehensive course will teach you how to efficiently board and exit boats, conduct pre-dive safety checks, and communicate effectively with boat crews. By mastering boat diving, you'll enhance your overall diving experience and maximize your time underwater. Dive from spacious liveaboards, comfortable dive boats, longtail boats or adventurous inflatable rafts, and enjoy the convenience and flexibility of boat-based diving. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, the Boat Diving Specialty opens up new horizons for exploration and adventure. From day trips to multi-day liveaboard excursions, you'll have the opportunity to dive in diverse marine environments and encounter a wide variety of marine life.
Course Price: 5,900 THB (2 Dives)
Why Scuba Diving in Phi Phi Island?
Koh Phi Phi is characterized by rugged limestone walls, vivid soft coral and gorgonian fans. Stunning rock formations continue underwater creating great wall diving with plenty of nooks and crevices for critters to hide in. With sloping coral gardens ripe for exploring on your safety stop, diving in Koh Phi Phi offers richness for all.
Keep a keen eye on the sand for resting leopard sharks. Look carefully for mantis shrimp and seahorses whilst triggerfish dart around you. Barracuda and octopus hang out with blacktip reef sharks, nurse sharks, turtles, bluespotted stingrays, and banded sea snakes in the blue. Whale sharks have been known to pass by Koh Phi Phi to follow the plankton trail from Malaysia to Myanmar. Sometime 10 meters long, these gentle giants are an awesome sight to behold.
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