Diving from a boat: arrangements and safety

Diving from a boat opens up locations that are not accessible from shore and requires special arrangements.

Getting ready on the boat

Get your equipment fully ready on the boat before arriving on site and make sure your flotation jacket and cylinder are ready and all checks have been completed.

Water entry methods

Back heel jump
The most common method of entering the boat requires standing on the edge of the boat and falling backwards while holding on to the mask.

Forward Roll
Used from low inflatable boats and requires leaning forward and rolling into the water in a spherical shape.

Time management on deck

• Don't disturb others' diving process by moving randomly
• Put your equipment away from walking paths
• Wear a life jacket if you are on the boat deck without diving equipment

Back to the boat

• Pay attention to the motor blade and make sure it is completely stopped
• Approach the boat from the back or side, not from the front
• Remove the fins first and pass them to the boat before boarding

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A boat is a means, not an end, and knowing how to use it safely makes diving enjoyable from start to finish.