Since 1995 · Sharm El Sheikh · PADI 5★
PADI Digital Underwater Photographer
Capture the incredible world beneath the waves — in just 1 day over 2 dives.
Small groups for real, personal attention.
All well-maintained diving gear provided.
Start any day, around your holiday plans.
Beginners welcome, we teach you everything.
Capture the underwater world in 1 day
The PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course is perfect for divers who want to capture the incredible world beneath the waves. You’ll learn to take beautiful underwater imagery with a digital camera, covering both foundational and advanced techniques suited to the underwater environment.
Over 1 day and 2 dives you’ll master camera settings, natural light and strobes, composition and editing — whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced photographer — guided by a PADI-certified instructor with a maximum of 2 students.
Requirements to join the course
What you’ll learn
Camera Setup & Settings
Configure your camera for the underwater world—aperture, shutter speed and white balance—and learn how to control focus, exposure and image clarity for sharp, colourful shots.
Lighting & Composition
Discover the importance of natural light and how to use a strobe or flash effectively, then compose your images with framing, angles and subject highlighting that make every photo stand out.
Editing & Two Dives
Apply everything on two open water dives in the Red Sea, then finish your images with post-processing—colour correction and simple editing—so you leave with photos you’re proud to share.
See what your course looks like
Real moments from our divers in the Red Sea.
What’s included
- ✓ Transfer from and to your hotel
- ✓ PADI instructor (maximum 2 students)
- ✓ 2 instructor-led training dives
- ✓ All diving equipment
- ✓ Lunch and drinks on the boat
Not included
- × Manual & certification fee (€100) — add at checkout
- × Camera equipment (available to rent)
Your certification
A worldwide-recognised PADI specialty certification, qualifying you to keep capturing high-quality underwater images and continue your underwater photography on every future dive.
Frequently asked questions
Who can take the PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course?
Do I need any photography experience?
Do I need to bring my own camera?
Can I use a GoPro or action camera?
Do you offer hotel pick-up?
How far in advance should I book?
When will I receive my pick-up time?
Why choose
The Wave Diving Center
Award-Winning Excellence
PADI EMEA Bronze Professional Development Excellence Award 2026
Trusted by divers worldwide.
Every review is independently posted on Google by real guests who have dived with The Wave Diving Center.
Why learn with
The Wave Diving Center
Established in 1995, The Wave Diving Center has decades of experience training divers of all levels.
Professional, patient and safety-first, every dive.
Maximum 2 students per instructor for real attention.
Learn on the Red Sea’s legendary reefs and walls.
Well-maintained, comfortable gear in all sizes.
Courses run every day, around your holiday plans.
We dive responsibly and protect the reef we love.
Accredited & certified by
PADI 5★ IDC
CDWS Member
Green Fins
EUF ISO Certified
DAN Member
Ready to breathe underwater?
Reserve your spot in minutes, or message us on WhatsApp — we’ll sort your dates, hotel pickup and everything else. Let’s make some bubbles!