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Divers during the PADI Enriched Air Nitrox course in the Red Sea, Sharm El Sheikh
The Wave Diving Center Since 1995 · Sharm El Sheikh · PADI 5★

PADI Enriched Air Nitrox

Dive longer, dive safer, dive smarter — the most popular PADI specialty, in about 4 hours.

★★★★★ 4.9 · 1,283 reviews
🕑 4 hours 🎓 Specialty course 🦺 Open Water certified
Max 4 per instructor

Small groups for real, personal attention.

Equipment included

All well-maintained diving gear provided.

Runs every day

Start any day, around your holiday plans.

Take it further

Build on your certification with new skills.

Loved by Divers Worldwide
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“Essam made the Nitrox theory genuinely interesting — clear on the maths and the safety side. I analysed my first tank the same afternoon and noticed the extra bottom time immediately.”

David
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“Did the Nitrox specialty with Tito in an afternoon. He explained MOD and setting the dive computer so simply — and less tired after our repetitive dives, exactly as promised.”

Serge
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“Essam was so patient and thorough with the enriched-air theory. I finally understand why Nitrox lets you stay down longer — a perfect add-on before our liveaboard.”

Anna
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“A short, well-run course. Tito walked us through analysing the tank and managing oxygen exposure — I felt confident diving Nitrox on the reefs right away.”

Mark
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“Mohammed is a fantastic instructor — knows enriched air inside out and made the shorter surface intervals easy to understand. Best value specialty I’ve done.”

Maria
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Diver exploring a colourful Red Sea coral reef surrounded by fish

Dive longer with less nitrogen

The PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver course, also known as Nitrox, is the most popular PADI specialty certification — and for good reason. It lets you extend your bottom time on repetitive dives while absorbing less nitrogen, so you enjoy more time underwater and shorter surface intervals.

Enriched Air Nitrox is a breathing gas with a higher percentage of oxygen (typically 32% or 36%) and less nitrogen than regular air. In about 4 hours of theory — a dry course — you’ll learn to analyse a tank, set your dive computer and manage your maximum operating depth, guided by a PADI instructor with a maximum of 4 students.

Requirements to join the course

Minimum age 12 years
PADI Open Water Diver certification
Medically fit to dive
Course curriculum

What you’ll learn

1

Enriched Air Basics

Understand what Nitrox is and the benefits and safety procedures for diving with enriched air — how less nitrogen gives you more bottom time and shorter surface intervals.

2

Tank Analysis & Dive Computer

Learn how to analyse a Nitrox tank with an oxygen analyser and how to set your dive computer for the enriched-air blend you’re breathing.

3

Oxygen Exposure & MOD

Understand oxygen exposure and how to manage your maximum operating depth (MOD), so you plan and enjoy your Nitrox dives safely.

See what your course looks like

Real moments from our divers in the Red Sea.

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What’s included

  • Transfer from and to your hotel
  • PADI instructor (maximum 4 students)

Not included

  • × Manual & certification fee (€100) — add at checkout
What you earn

Your certification

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You’ll be certified as
PADI Enriched Air Diver

Recognised worldwide, qualifying you to request and dive with enriched air (Nitrox) anywhere in the world.

Lifetime Certification
Never expires under PADI standards.
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What is Nitrox (Enriched Air)?
Nitrox (Enriched Air) is a breathing gas with a higher percentage of oxygen and less nitrogen than regular air — typically 32% or 36% oxygen. Breathing less nitrogen means you can stay underwater longer on repetitive dives and enjoy shorter surface intervals.
What are the prerequisites for the course?
You must be at least 12 years old, already hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification and be medically fit to dive. It’s a dry, theory-based specialty that takes about 4 hours.
Do I need special equipment for Nitrox diving?
Not really — most standard dive gear works just fine. You’ll learn to analyse each tank with an oxygen analyser, and your dive computer simply needs to be set to the Nitrox blend you’re using.
Will I get a certification card?
Yes! On completion you receive the PADI Enriched Air Diver certification, which lets you request and dive with Nitrox anywhere in the world.
Do you offer hotel pick-up?
Yes — we offer a door-to-door pick-up service from any hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure your preferred date, especially in peak season. We also accept last-minute bookings depending on availability — contact us anytime to check for open slots!
When will I receive my pick-up time?
After your reservation is confirmed, our team will contact you with your exact hotel pick-up time and all the details you need for your trip.

Why choose
The Wave Diving Center

🏆 30+ Years Experience

Award-Winning Excellence

PADI EMEA Bronze Professional Development Excellence Award 2026

PADI EMEA Bronze Professional Development Excellence Award 2026 certificate awarded to The Wave Diving Center
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Why learn with
The Wave Diving Center

Established in 1995, The Wave Diving Center has decades of experience training divers of all levels.

PADI-certified instructors

Professional, patient and safety-first, every dive.

Small groups

Maximum 4 students per instructor for real attention.

World-class dive sites

Learn on the Red Sea’s legendary reefs and walls.

Modern equipment

Well-maintained, comfortable gear in all sizes.

Flexible options

Courses run every day, around your holiday plans.

Marine conservation

We dive responsibly and protect the reef we love.

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