Beachhopper Adventure

SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver CourseTake your diving to the next level with Enriched Air Nitrox (EAN)—one of the most valuable certifications a recreational diver can earn.Nitrox contains a higher percentage of oxygen than standard air, allowing for longer bottom times, reduced fatigue, and shorter surface intervals. It’s no surprise that divers have been safely using Nitrox since the late 1980s—and now it’s your turn to experience the benefits.Course OverviewThis entry-level specialty certification prepares you to safely plan and dive using Enriched Air Nitrox blends from EAN22 to EAN40.Upon successful completion, you will be certified to dive with Nitrox independently and may continue your training with the Advanced Nitrox Upgrade.What You’ll LearnHistory and evolution of Nitrox divingOxygen exposure and safety considerationsBenefits and limitations of EANGas handling and analysis proceduresDive planning using tables and computersEquipment considerations for Nitrox divingPhysics and physiology of enriched airScheduleLecture Session:November 116:00 PM – 8:00 PM(Please confirm if this date works for you.)Course RequirementsCompletion of course materialsWritten examNo dives required—this is a classroom-based certification.PricingCourse Fee: $125SSI Digital Learning Kit: $99 (Includes certification card; student discount available at $89.99)Optional Hard Card: $25Bundle & SaveEnroll in an Advanced Adventure / Advanced Course along with Nitrox and receive: ✔ $50 off the Advanced course ✔ One complimentary EAN cylinder rental ✔ Additional cylinders available at $20 eachTotal savings: $70Ready to Dive Smarter?Nitrox is one of the easiest ways to extend your dive time and improve your overall diving experience. Spots are limited—secure yours today!

5 Days aboard the Peace * Diving* Photography* Lobster HuntingOne incredible Adventure. Only 18 spotsJoin High Sierra Divers aboard the Peace for 5 unforgettable days exploring California's legendary Channel Islands! This adventure tour is designed for divers who love being underwater, exploring new places, taking amazing photos, and enjoying fun dives with friends- and maybe bringing some lobster home!With a limited load of only 18 divers, this trip gives you a more personal experience & plenty of room to enjoy the adventure.Dive* Explore* Photography* Hunt *Repeat.Over 5 days, you will have the opportunity to experience some incredible Channel Islands diving, with up to 25 dives possible depending on conditions.Choose your adventure each time you hit the water:Underwater PhotographyBring your camera & capture the incredible marine life, kelp forests, reefs, walls, & underwater scenery of the Channel Islands.Fun DivingRelax, explore & enjoy the diving! Discover new dive sites, explore with friends, and experience the amazing underwater world these islands have to offer.Lobster HuntingWhen the sun goes down, the adventure really begins! Grab your dive light & head into the darkness to search for California spiny lobster while experiencing the excitement of night diving.The Channel Islands are waiting! Every dive can be different. Explore dramatic reefs, kelp forests, walls & rock formations while surrounded by an incredible variety of common sights include varieties of sea mammals, sharks, eels, rays, reef fish, rock fish, pelagic fish, garibaldi, lobsters, crabs, nudibranchs, mollusks, giant black sea bass (up to almost 1000lbs), and the many unique residents of the beautiful kelp forests. .5 Days aboard the PeaceYour adventure includes:5 days of diving / exploringup to 25 dives possible, conditions permittingday & night divingOpen berth sccommodations3 meals each daysnacks, soft drinks, coffee, tea, & waterPlenty of time to relax, share stories, & enjoy the adventure.This is an adventure tour- not a training tourThis trip is for open water divers with a minimum of 25 logged cold water dives who are comfortable with boat diving & changing ocean conditions.Don't wait until the last minute!! Spots are limited. Once the 18 spaces are filled, they are gone!!Call High Sierra Divers 530-823-6757

SSI Underwater Navigation SpecialtyBecome the diver everyone wants to follow with the confidence and skills to always know where you are—and where you're going. The SSI Underwater Navigation Specialty is designed to sharpen your underwater awareness and teach you the techniques needed to navigate with precision using both natural references and a compass.Whether you're exploring a new dive site, leading a buddy team, or diving in limited visibility, strong navigation skills are essential for safe and enjoyable diving. This course combines classroom instruction with practical open water training to help you develop confidence and accuracy in underwater navigation.What You'll LearnProper use of an underwater compassNatural navigation techniques using depth, time, bottom contours, sunlight, and underwater landmarksNavigation patterns including square, triangle, reciprocal, and out-and-back coursesReading and interpreting underwater maps and dive site sketchesPlanning and safely executing underwater navigation divesImproving situational awareness and underwater confidenceBy the end of the course, you'll be able to confidently navigate unfamiliar dive sites, return to your exit point with ease, and lead dives with greater precision. These valuable skills will make every dive safer, more enjoyable, and more rewarding.Upon successful completion, you will earn your SSI Underwater Navigation Specialty certification, giving you the confidence to explore new underwater environments anywhere in the world.

SSI Deep Diving SpecialtyTake Your Diving to the Next LevelReady to explore beyond the limits of recreational open water diving? The SSI Deep Diving Specialty prepares you to safely and confidently dive to depths between 18 and 40 meters (60–130 feet) through a combination of engaging classroom sessions and exciting open water dives.During this course, you'll learn how to safely plan and conduct deep dives while gaining a better understanding of the unique challenges that come with greater depths. You'll master dive planning, gas management, dive computer usage, and air consumption calculations to maximize your bottom time while maintaining safe diving practices.Upon successful completion, you'll earn your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification, allowing you to explore incredible deep dive sites around the world. This specialty is also a prerequisite for several advanced SSI programs, making it the perfect next step in your continuing dive education.Course ScheduleYour training includes three open water deep dives:One shore dive to practice deep diving skills and procedures.Two boat dives aboard the Beachhopper, where we'll typically dive to 80 feet or deeper (conditions permitting).Beachhopper Boat Fee: $140 for the two-tank dive (paid separately).What You'll LearnThroughout the course, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to safely enjoy deeper diving adventures, including:Planning and conducting deep dives safelyUnderstanding the effects of increased pressure on the bodyPreventing and recognizing nitrogen narcosisUnderstanding decompression sickness and safe ascent proceduresAdvanced gas management and air consumption planningProper use of dive computers for deep divingEquipment considerations, including redundant air sources such as pony bottlesEmergency procedures specific to deep divingWhy Become an SSI Deep Diver?Deep diving opens the door to an entirely new world beneath the surface. Many of the most spectacular wrecks, reefs, walls, and marine life encounters are found beyond the standard Open Water depth limits.This course will help you:Build confidence diving to greater depths.Improve your dive planning and decision-making skills.Increase your understanding of diving physiology and safety.Expand the variety of dive sites you can safely explore around the world.Prepare for additional SSI Advanced Specialty courses.Whether you're planning your next tropical vacation, exploring California's incredible underwater landscapes, or simply looking to become a more skilled and confident diver, the SSI Deep Diving Specialty is an exciting step toward becoming a more experienced diver.Are you ready to discover what lies deeper? Join High Sierra Divers and take your underwater adventures to the next level!

Course TopicsThis program provides an introduction to several key diving specialties, including:Natural and Compass NavigationNaturalist / Ecology DivingComputer DivingBoat Diving ProceduresNight DivingDeep DivingReview of Hyperbaric Injuries (causes, treatment, and prevention)Orientation to New Dive SitesTwo-Tank Boat DiveClass IncludesOne evening lecture: December 8,2026 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)One weekend of open water training: December 18 & 19 2026Five open water divesWritten examinationPrerequisitesOpen Water certification (from any recognized agency)Minimum age of 12 yearsStudents must provide full open water scuba equipment, including: compass, dive computer, alternate air source, underwater light, dive knife, glow stick, slate, dive tables, and logbookCourse FeesCourse Tuition: $299.00Boat Trip: $140.00 (Dec 19 2 dives)Certification Card (hard copy): $25.00Required Digital Learning Kit: $129.99 (Includes Boat, Perfect Buoyancy, Deep, Night, and Navigation modules, along with a digital certification card and logbook.)

SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver CourseTake your diving to the next level with Enriched Air Nitrox (EAN)—one of the most valuable certifications a recreational diver can earn.Nitrox contains a higher percentage of oxygen than standard air, allowing for longer bottom times, reduced fatigue, and shorter surface intervals. It’s no surprise that divers have been safely using Nitrox since the late 1980s—and now it’s your turn to experience the benefits.Course OverviewThis entry-level specialty certification prepares you to safely plan and dive using Enriched Air Nitrox blends from EAN22 to EAN40.Upon successful completion, you will be certified to dive with Nitrox independently and may continue your training with the Advanced Nitrox Upgrade.What You’ll LearnHistory and evolution of Nitrox divingOxygen exposure and safety considerationsBenefits and limitations of EANGas handling and analysis proceduresDive planning using tables and computersEquipment considerations for Nitrox divingPhysics and physiology of enriched airScheduleLecture Session:December 96:00 PM – 8:00 PM(Please confirm if this date works for you.)Course RequirementsCompletion of course materialsWritten examNo dives required—this is a classroom-based certification.PricingCourse Fee: $125SSI Digital Learning Kit: $99 (Includes certification card; student discount available at $89.99)Optional Hard Card: $25Bundle & SaveEnroll in an Advanced Adventure / Advanced Course along with Nitrox and receive: ✔ $50 off the Advanced course ✔ One complimentary EAN cylinder rental ✔ Additional cylinders available at $20 eachTotal savings: $70Ready to Dive Smarter?Nitrox is one of the easiest ways to extend your dive time and improve your overall diving experience. Spots are limited—secure yours today!

If you're looking to get out and enjoy a great day of diving, the Beachhopper is an excellent choice. This two-tank dive trip inside the bay is perfect for gaining experience, enjoying local marine life, and spending more time underwater.To get the most out of this adventure, we highly recommend completing your Boat Diver and Deep Diver specialty certifications. These courses provide valuable skills and knowledge that will increase your comfort and confidence while diving from boats and exploring deeper sites.Not only will these certifications enhance your experience on trips like the Beachhopper, but they will also prepare you for dive travel around the world. As a more skilled and confident diver, you'll have access to a wider variety of dive sites and be better prepared to enjoy every underwater adventure to its fullest.Invest in your training today and unlock even more diving opportunities tomorrow

Our own Reef Divers provides personalized valet dive services that many of our guests don’t even know they want until they experience it. With 30 years behind us, no one does it better than we do. Reef Divers takes the work out of your diving—handling the heavy lifting and care of your boat-dive gear, from your first dive with us through your last dive (unless you’d prefer to do it yourself). We rinse, dry, and store your BCD and regulator daily, so they’re set up and ready for your next day’s diving. The only finger you’ll have to lift is the one to point out your gear as you relax in the boat, ready to go diving. At the top of the dock, we have separate rinse tanks for photo equipment, wetsuits, and general dive gear, plus a drying room for wetsuits so you don’t hCayman Islands diving is mostly current-free, which is optimal for new divers, divers who wants to move at their own pace, and underwater photographers who may want to spend their entire dive at one location, waiting for the perfect shot. All of our dive sites are moored, which marks the beginning and ending points of that dive. Our dive masters will brief the location, establish dive limits, and draw a map of the tour they’ll lead. As long as divers remain in buddy teams and stick with the predetermined limits, it’s their option to follow the tour or go off on their own. For those who follow, the tour lasts 35 to 40 minutes. By the time they’re back at the mooring and know that the boat is overhead, most divers feel comfortable enough to continue exploring on their own until their time is up or they run low on air. We recommend that new divers or those who feel more comfortable following the tour remain on the boat and be among the last divers in the water. High Sierra Divers 530-823-6757

Discover the Magic of Monterey Bay DivingA World-Class Cold Water Diving AdventureThe Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is one of the most incredible underwater features on the West Coast. This massive canyon begins just offshore and plunges from approximately 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) deep, creating a unique underwater environment unlike anywhere else.Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist MontereyDiving in Monterey is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. From breathtaking kelp forests to the dramatic underwater canyon, every dive offers the chance to explore a world filled with beauty, mystery, and adventure.Located within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, these nutrient-rich waters support an amazing variety of marine life. Divers can experience encounters with:• Curious sea otters • Playful sea lions • Harbor seals • Rockfish, lingcod, and other reef fish • Colorful sea stars and invertebrates • Abalone and countless other marine speciesThe Beauty of Cold Water DivingMonterey is famous for its cold-water diving, offering a completely different experience from tropical destinations. The canyon's deep, nutrient-rich waters help create one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world.Divers enjoy year-round diving conditions with water temperatures typically ranging from 48–52°F (9–11°C) at diving depths and visibility often reaching 10–30 feet or more, depending on conditions.Whether you are exploring towering kelp forests, drifting above rocky reefs, or watching marine life thrive around you, Monterey delivers unforgettable dives every time.Two Tank Dive includes Snacks $140Must bring your own :Full Set of Dive EquipmentTwo TanksCertification CardGratuityPersonal ItemsCome Experience Monterey Bay With High Sierra DiversHigh Sierra Divers 530-823-6757Explore. Learn. Dive deeper.

Discover the Magic of Monterey Bay DivingA World-Class Cold Water Diving AdventureThe Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is one of the most incredible underwater features on the West Coast. This massive canyon begins just offshore and plunges from approximately 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) deep, creating a unique underwater environment unlike anywhere else.Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist MontereyDiving in Monterey is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. From breathtaking kelp forests to the dramatic underwater canyon, every dive offers the chance to explore a world filled with beauty, mystery, and adventure.Located within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, these nutrient-rich waters support an amazing variety of marine life. Divers can experience encounters with:• Curious sea otters • Playful sea lions • Harbor seals • Rockfish, lingcod, and other reef fish • Colorful sea stars and invertebrates • Abalone and countless other marine speciesThe Beauty of Cold Water DivingMonterey is famous for its cold-water diving, offering a completely different experience from tropical destinations. The canyon's deep, nutrient-rich waters help create one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world.Divers enjoy year-round diving conditions with water temperatures typically ranging from 48–52°F (9–11°C) at diving depths and visibility often reaching 10–30 feet or more, depending on conditions.Whether you are exploring towering kelp forests, drifting above rocky reefs, or watching marine life thrive around you, Monterey delivers unforgettable dives every time.$140 for a two-tank dive includes snacks on board the BeachhopperWhat to bring on board:Two tanksFull set of Diving EquipmentGratuityCertification CardsPersonal ItemsCome Experience Monterey Bay With High Sierra DiversHigh Sierra Divers 530-823-6757Explore. Learn. Dive deeper.

"Tubbataha needs to be on every diver's bucket list"Imagine yourself surrounded by pristine hard corals as far as the eyes can see, thousands and thousands of reef fish, cruising sharks and rays, swimming turtles and drop-offs into oblivion. Welcome to Tubbataha!Tubbataha is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is only accessible by liveaboard for 3 months out of the year. It's located in the Sulu Sea, at the center of the Coral Triangle between Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Rarely visited due to its location and its status as a marine preserve, Tubbataha is made up of two reefs, simply referred to as the North and South Reefs. The North and South Reefs both enclose a sandy lagoon. On the southern tip is an islet with a lighthouse. This is used as a rookery for birds and is frequented by turtles.Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is home to no less than 573 species of fish, 373 species of corals, 11 species of sharks, 12 species of dolphins and whales, nestling hawksbill and green sea turtles. No wonder this remote ‘hidden gem’ of the Philippines is a haven for larger pelagics and even larger schools of fish."The new standard in liveaboard diving in the Philippines"Join Atlantis Azores, Philippines only Blue Water Rates Private Yacht, to explore some of the best diving in the world. It boasts distinct itineraries showcasing parts of the Philippines on schedules only possible by liveaboard. Atlantis Azores, hosting 16 divers, is equipped with the utmost safety features, spacious dive deck and excellent food.

Embark on an unforgettable journey at Solitude Acacia Resort, one of the best resorts in the Philippines, nestled in Anilao, where tranquility meets adventure. Engage in thrilling water and land-based activities amidst vibrant coral reefs, leaving you fulfilled and eager for more. Scuba diving in Anilao is a highlight here, catering to both beginners and experienced divers.This renowned diving destination boasts a rich diversity of unique species, including various nudibranchs and rare endemic creatures. Dive into the excitement of blackwater diving, encountering astonishing “alien-like” rare critters that inspire awe. With numerous dive sites around, your underwater exploration will be endless.The long list of small-scale sea life and critters that you can find in Anilao includes nudibranchs, frogfish, seahorses, cuttlefish, and pipefish. But don't leave your wide-angle lens at home. Beautiful coral reefs, turtles, huge schools of jacks, jellyfish, and the occasional reef sharks await in Anilao.The resort has been praised for its incredible dive crew where you can find some of the best dive guides and spotters to aid underwater photographers. The boat and land crew have had special training to handle all diving equipment such as cameras, tech gear, and rebreathers. The dive center can provide full gear rentals including wetsuits, dive masks, fins, BCD’s, tanks and air fills, and regulator sets.While Anilao is perfect for macro photography, divers find so much more while exploring the deep blue waters. Divers explore unique reef and wall dives as well as sea mounts and coral gardens. Divers encounter the occasional shark, manta ray, or eagle rays.Twin Rocks is one of the most famous dive sites in the area and is known for schools of jackfish in the vast coral garden. This site is an easier dive and goes to twenty meters depth. Cathedral is another popular site that is known for the iconic concrete cross that lies between two boulders. The cross was submerged to fifteen meters in the 1980s after it was blessed by Pope John Paul II.Secret Bay has a wide range of reefs to explore, from five meters to thirty meters, where divers experience a plethora of critters on this great muck dive.Basura is a great site for underwater photographers. The word ‘basura’ means trash in Filipino as the site was originally littered with waste, but it has since been cleaned thanks to the local community. While there is no longer any trash covering the site, there is a variety of marine critters.Beatriz Rock is a sea mount next to Sombrero Island and the reef starts at six meters and features a sandy bottom at twenty meters. This site has a slight current

Beachhopper Adventure in MontereyDiscover the Magic of Monterey Bay DivingA World-Class Cold Water Diving AdventureThe Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is one of the most incredible underwater features on the West Coast. This massive canyon begins just offshore and plunges from approximately 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) deep, creating a unique underwater environment unlike anywhere else.Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist MontereyDiving in Monterey is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. From breathtaking kelp forests to the dramatic underwater canyon, every dive offers the chance to explore a world filled with beauty, mystery, and adventure.Located within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, these nutrient-rich waters support an amazing variety of marine life. Divers can experience encounters with:• Curious sea otters • Playful sea lions • Harbor seals • Rockfish, lingcod, and other reef fish • Colorful sea stars and invertebrates • Abalone and countless other marine speciesThe Beauty of Cold Water DivingMonterey is famous for its cold-water diving, offering a completely different experience from tropical destinations. The canyon's deep, nutrient-rich waters help create one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world.Divers enjoy year-round diving conditions with water temperatures typically ranging from 48–52°F (9–11°C) at diving depths and visibility often reaching 10–30 feet or more, depending on conditions.Whether you are exploring towering kelp forests, drifting above rocky reefs, or watching marine life thrive around you, Monterey delivers unforgettable dives every time.$140 for a two-tank dive includes snacks on board the BeachhopperWhat to bring on board:Two tanksFull set of Diving EquipmentGratuityCertification CardsPersonal ItemsCome Experience Monterey Bay With High Sierra DiversHigh Sierra Divers 530-823-6757

True Blue Bay ResortJune 19–26, 2027$1899 Diver Rate/double occupancy$2299 Diver Rate/single occupancyNon-Diver Rate - subtract $575Incredible DivingPicture Perfect SurroundingsAmazing AdventuresPackage Includes:7 Nights’ accommodations at True Blue Bay ResortDaily Breakfast5 days of 2 tank boat divingComplimentary Nitrox ($150 Value)Roundtrip airport/hotel transfersHotel Taxes and service chargePackage Excludes:AirfareMeals and beverages not specifiedPersonal dive equipmentGratuitiesTrip cancellation and Dive Accident InsuranceDiscover Grenada – The Spice of the CaribbeanExperience the beauty of Grenada, where clear turquoise waters, soft white-sand beaches, and lush landscapes create the perfect island escape.There are dive destinations that impress, and then there are those that stay with you long after you’ve surfaced. Grenada belongs firmly in the latter. Known as the “Spice of the Caribbean,” this lush island offers something equally rich beneath the waves—a diving experience that feels immersive, uncrowded, and quietly extraordinary.What makes Grenada so compelling is not just one standout feature, but the way everything comes together. The reefs are alive with color and motion, where schools of tropical fish move effortlessly through coral formations that stretch from shallow, sunlit gardens to deeper, more dramatic walls. The water is warm and inviting, and visibility often opens up into that perfect Caribbean blue that makes every descent feel like slipping into another world. It’s the kind of place where divers of any experience level can feel both comfortable and inspired.And then there is the unexpected. Grenada is home to the world’s first underwater sculpture park—an installation that has evolved into something far more than art. Over time, the statues have become living reefs, their surfaces covered in coral and surrounded by marine life. Swimming among them is a surreal experience, part exploration and part quiet reflection, as if the ocean itself has claimed and transformed human creativity into something entirely new.Yet perhaps the most defining quality of diving in Grenada is what it lacks: crowds. There is a refreshing sense of space here, both above and below the surface. Dive sites rarely feel busy, and the pace is unhurried, allowing you to truly take in your surroundings. It’s a destination where the experience feels personal, where each dive is given the time and attention it deserves.Stay at True Blue Bay Resort, a charming boutique hotel in St. George's offering spacious Caribbean-style accommodations. Just minutes away is the famous Grand Anse Beach, along with restaurants, shops, and local attractions.Grenada doesn’t shout for attention the way some destinations do. Instead, it offers something more lasting: a sense of discovery, a connection to the ocean, and the quiet realization that you’ve found a place that still feels genuine. For divers, that may be the greatest luxury of all.

Beachhopper Adventure in MontereyDiscover the Magic of Monterey Bay DivingA World-Class Cold Water Diving AdventureThe Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon is one of the most incredible underwater features on the West Coast. This massive canyon begins just offshore and plunges from approximately 60 feet (18 m) to nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 m) deep, creating a unique underwater environment unlike anywhere else.Why Scuba Divers Can't Resist MontereyDiving in Monterey is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. From breathtaking kelp forests to the dramatic underwater canyon, every dive offers the chance to explore a world filled with beauty, mystery, and adventure.Located within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, these nutrient-rich waters support an amazing variety of marine life. Divers can experience encounters with:• Curious sea otters • Playful sea lions • Harbor seals • Rockfish, lingcod, and other reef fish • Colorful sea stars and invertebrates • Abalone and countless other marine speciesThe Beauty of Cold Water DivingMonterey is famous for its cold-water diving, offering a completely different experience from tropical destinations. The canyon's deep, nutrient-rich waters help create one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world.Divers enjoy year-round diving conditions with water temperatures typically ranging from 48–52°F (9–11°C) at diving depths and visibility often reaching 10–30 feet or more, depending on conditions.Whether you are exploring towering kelp forests, drifting above rocky reefs, or watching marine life thrive around you, Monterey delivers unforgettable dives every time.$140 for a two-tank dive includes snacks on board the BeachhopperWhat to bring on board:Two tanksFull set of Diving EquipmentGratuityCertification CardsPersonal ItemsCome Experience Monterey Bay With High Sierra DiversHigh Sierra Divers 530-823-6757