PADI Underwater Naturalist

Get a better understanding about the local ecosystem and the differences between terrestrial and aquatic worlds. See new things, even in the most familiar dive sites.

Take the PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course and you’ll see new things, even on the most familiar scuba diving sites. Why? Because when know more about symbioses, underwater ecology, and aquatic plant and animal habitats, you notice behaviours and see creatures you may have previously missed. Learn more about the local ecosystem and take a closer look on your next scuba diving adventure.

What the Course Entails

Through class discussions and on two scuba dives, you’ll learn:

Course Pre-requisites

PADI (Junior) Open Water Divers who are at least 10 years old are eligible to take the Underwater Naturalist Specialty course.

Course Flow

How Can I Get Started?

Pick up your PADI Underwater Naturalist Manual at your local PADI dive shop as you enrol in the course. After reading the manual and filling out the Knowledge Review, you’re ready to meet with your PADI Instructor and plan your underwater naturalist dives.

What is the next adventure?

Advanced Open Water or Master Scuba Diver or Rescue Diver

Holidays featuring this Course

Solo Divers

Atlantis Puerto Galera

Philippines, Mindoro & Anilao

The Atlantis Puerto Galera Resort is located in the heart of the Coral Triangle with spectacular scenery above and below the water. This idyllic resort has to be on every divers bucket list.

  • Boutique resort on the hills of Sabang Bay
  • Centre of biodiversity in the Coral Triangle
  • Spa facilities with a range of treatments
  • Up to 5 dives a day available
  • Excellent camera room facilities
  • World class dining

Solo Divers

Atlantis Puerto Galera

Philippines, Mindoro & Anilao

The Atlantis Puerto Galera Resort is located in the heart of the Coral Triangle with spectacular scenery above and below the water. This idyllic resort has to be on every divers bucket list.

  • Boutique resort on the hills of Sabang Bay
  • Centre of biodiversity in the Coral Triangle
  • Spa facilities with a range of treatments
  • Up to 5 dives a day available
  • Excellent camera room facilities
  • World class dining

Solo Divers

Atlantis Dumaguete

Philippines, The Visayas

The luxurious Atlantis Dumaguete is located on a long peaceful stretch of beach with out of this world diving close by including Apo Island, Siquijor and Dauin marine.

  • Beachfront resort on Dauin
  • Rooms with balcony or patio & hammocks
  • Up to 5 dives a day available
  • Spa facilities with sauna and rain shower
  • Dedicated underwater camera facilities
  • Day trips to Apo Island

Solo Divers

Atlantis Dumaguete

Philippines, The Visayas

The luxurious Atlantis Dumaguete is located on a long peaceful stretch of beach with out of this world diving close by including Apo Island, Siquijor and Dauin marine.

  • Beachfront resort on Dauin
  • Rooms with balcony or patio & hammocks
  • Up to 5 dives a day available
  • Spa facilities with sauna and rain shower
  • Dedicated underwater camera facilities
  • Day trips to Apo Island

Solo Divers

Sunset House

Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman

The Sunset House is a friendly, family run resort designed and operated by divers, located on the Southwest shore of Grand Cayman with a wonderful house reef abundant with colourful fish life!

  • Divers Resort
  • House Reef
  • Unlimited Shore Diving
  • 1 Mile from George Town
  • Photo Centre and Gallery
  • Wireless Internet

Solo Divers

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Maldives, Ari Atoll

The Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa surrounded by a beautiful lagoon offers you an enticing blend of fun, relaxation and luxury in a setting of extraordinary natural magnificence.

  • Located on South Ari Atoll
  • Beautiful House Reef
  • Euro Divers on-site
  • Private Island Resort
  • Choice of restaurants & bars
  • 183 Beach & Water Villas

Solo Divers

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Maldives, Ari Atoll

The Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa surrounded by a beautiful lagoon offers you an enticing blend of fun, relaxation and luxury in a setting of extraordinary natural magnificence.

  • Located on South Ari Atoll
  • Beautiful House Reef
  • Euro Divers on-site
  • Private Island Resort
  • Choice of restaurants & bars
  • 183 Beach & Water Villas

Solo Divers

Eri Maldives

Maldives, Male Atoll

Eri Maldives is a tranquil island resort in North Malé Atoll, offering beach villas, lagoon views, dining, a spa and a PADI dive centre with easy access to vibrant house reefs and marine life.

  • Eco-chic Tropical Island Resort
  • All-inclusive Board Basis
  • Studios & Villas Designed w/ Luxury
  • Spa & Water Sports Facilities
  • Easy House Reef Access
  • Euro-Divers PADI 5-Star Dive Centre

Solo Divers

Kurumba Maldives

Maldives, Male Atoll

Kurumba Maldives is a luxury island resort near Malé, offering stylish villas, diverse dining, turquoise lagoons, and activities for a relaxed and vibrant island escape.

  • 5-Star Luxury Resort
  • Beautiful Island Setting
  • Buffet Dining with Themed Menus
  • Family-friendly Amenities
  • Spa and Water Activities
  • Euro Divers Dive Centre On-site

Solo Divers

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino

Bonaire, Bonaire

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort and Casino is a beachfront resort in Bonaire offering ocean-view rooms, two pools, a casino and direct access to world-class diving and snorkelling, steps from Kralendijk.

  • Oceanfront Dive-focused Resort
  • All-Inclusive Package Available
  • Studios include Kitchenette Facilities
  • Pools, Spa & Fitness Centre
  • Intimate Casino
  • Divi Dive Bonaire Dive Centre On-site