TDI Advanced Wreck Diver – Advanced Wreck Penetration Training

The TDI Advanced Wreck Diver Course prepares divers to safely conduct advanced wreck dives and penetration into overhead environments inside shipwrecks. This course builds on the knowledge gained in recreational wreck diving and introduces the techniques required for more complex wreck exploration.

Shipwrecks are some of the most fascinating dive sites in the world, often containing historical artifacts, complex structures, and unique marine life. However, wreck diving also presents hazards such as confined spaces, entanglement risks, limited visibility, and complex navigation routes.

During this course, divers learn how to safely plan and execute wreck penetration dives using guidelines, redundant equipment systems, and advanced dive planning techniques. The training focuses on strong buoyancy control, proper propulsion techniques, and safe navigation inside wreck structures.

The TDI Advanced Wreck Diver course teaches divers how to explore wrecks beyond the natural light zone while maintaining strict safety procedures and team communication protocols. 

This program is often combined with other technical courses such as Advanced Nitrox, Decompression Procedures, or Trimix Diver training.

Course Price

$1500 per student

Included

• Academic theory training

• Wreck penetration planning workshops

• Guideline navigation training

• Wreck environment safety procedures

• Open water wreck training dives

• Professional technical diving instructor guidance

Not Included

• TDI eLearning materials: $140

• Boat dive or wreck access fees

• Gas fills and decompression gases

• Technical diving equipment rental

Course Schedule

Typical course duration: 4–5 days

Training includes:

• Classroom / theory sessions

• Equipment configuration drills

• Wreck navigation and penetration exercises

• Minimum 6 wreck training dives

Students will practice line placement, penetration procedures, and emergency scenarios inside wreck environments. 

Training Standards

Minimum Age

18 years old

Maximum Training Depth

55 meters / 180 feet

Prerequisites

• Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)

• Certified Wreck Diver or Cavern Diver

• Minimum 50 logged dives

These requirements ensure divers have sufficient experience before entering advanced wreck penetration environments. 

What You Will Learn

During this course you will learn:

• Advanced wreck dive planning

• Guideline deployment and navigation

• Wreck penetration techniques

• Buoyancy control in confined environments

• Gas management for overhead dives

• Emergency procedures such as lost line or zero visibility

• Team communication during wreck penetration

These skills allow divers to safely explore deeper sections of shipwrecks and conduct more complex wreck dives.

Certification

After successfully completing the course, students will receive the TDI Advanced Wreck Diver certification.

Graduates may conduct wreck penetration dives within the limits of their training and continue advanced technical diving programs such as:

• TDI Trimix Diver

• TDI Advanced Trimix

• Advanced cave or exploration diving programs.

Explore Historic Shipwrecks

Ready to explore deeper inside historic shipwrecks?

Join our TDI Advanced Wreck Diver Course and develop the skills needed for advanced wreck exploration.

Reserve your spot today.