Disturbing Bimini Dive

[Blackcrusader]

About 30 or so dives in, OW certified at that point, I had a conversation with another diver about exceeding my 60 foot limit.

What 60 foot limit? OW divers are certified to the recreational depth of 40m 132 feet.
DAN basic insurance covers all OW divers to the recreational depth limit of 40m.

Limits only apply when a student is on a course with an instructor.

Please read this thread.

https://scubaboard.com/community/th...o-advanced-diving.650458/page-4#post-10364068

 

[Blackcrusader]

About 30 or so dives in, OW certified at that point, I had a conversation with another diver about exceeding my 60 foot limit.

He said “the PADI” police aren’t on the boat with you”.

 

[Blackcrusader]

More seriously, there isa real thrill in encountering sharks up-close in the wild when not feeding them that is unmatched as compared to the staged feeding shows. If you crave that experience Maldives is a great option…

Yup I was just there in November December did 33 dives. Nearly every dive not at the feeding station we had Tiger Sharks swimming around us. Humans are really slow in the water. It's wonderful when you have a 4.5m Tiger shark swim towards you. It's too late to be afraid just make sure you have your camera ready. Totally exhilirating. Often there would be several Tiger sharks circling a group of divers as they are on the safety stop then when you are getting back on the dive boat.

Going back again for 3 weeks in May 2025.