Diving in Ramadan: is it safe, and how do you prepare?

Diving in Ramadan is possible with some adjustments that take into account the requirements of fasting and the extra challenges.

Special challenges in Ramadan

Dehydration
Fasting reduces hydration, which weakens the body’s ability to off-gas nitrogen and relatively increases the risk of decompression sickness.

Low blood sugar
Fasting may cause a drop in blood sugar, especially in the afternoon hours, which weakens focus and coordination.

Fatigue
Changed meal times and staying up at night affect sleep quality and accumulate fatigue.

Tips for safe diving in Ramadan

Choose the suhoor time
Diving an hour or two after the suhoor meal gives your body enough energy and suitable hydration.

Shorter dives on fasting days
Reduce dive time and depth on fasting days and be more careful than usual.

Make up hydration at night
Drink enough water between iftar and suhoor to maintain your body’s hydration.

The golden rule

If you feel any weakness or dizziness on a dive day in Ramadan, do not complete the dive. Your body knows its limits better, and your safety comes first.

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Diving in Ramadan is possible and adds a special spiritual dimension for anyone who balances the requirements of the sport with the requirements of the body.