Map of shipwrecks in Latvia

Latvian hydrographers perform depth measurements with a motorboat and a side imaging and single beam echo sounder

PADI Wreck Diver Course

The diving club "Daivings.lv" offers to learn the "PADI Wreck Diver course" in order to dive to the sunken wrecks of Latvia, which are located on the map of the sunken shipwrecks of Latvia.

This course is for those who want to learn wreck diving. Wreck diving is a special type of diving that has its own unique safety requirements and skills.

During the course, you will learn all the necessary knowledge and skills to dive wrecks safely and confidently. You will learn about the history, safety, planning, equipment and technique of wreck diving.

The course consists of two parts:

  • Theory part
  • Practical part

Theory part

The theory part is learned remotely using the PADI training platform. In this part you will learn the following topics:

  • The history of wreck diving
  • Wreck diving safety
  • Wreck diving planning
  • Wreck diving equipment
  • Wreck diving technique
Learn to scuba dive in cold water
Learn to scuba dive in cold water

In open water you will learn the following skills

  • Wreck diving in different water conditions
  • Wreck diving using different diving techniques

At the end of the course you will take an exam consisting of a theory and a practical part. If you pass the exam, you will receive a PADI Wreck Diver certificate.

PADI Wreck Diver Baltic Sea RIB boat
PADI Wreck Diver Baltic Sea RIB boat

The course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn wreck diving. The course has an age limit - the minimum age is 12 years.

The course takes place in Riga, at the diving center "Daivings.lv".

The duration of the course is 2-3 days.

The course costs ~200 EUR.

To apply for the course, please contact the diving center "Daivings.lv".

Diving center "Daivings.lv" is a licensed diving center with more than 20 years of experience. We offer a wide range of PADI diving courses and services.

Course requirements:

Necessary equipment

  • Diving equipment to match PADI Open Water Diver standards.
  • Wreck diving equipment including:
    • Wreck diving suit
    • Wreck diving helmet
    • Wreck diving oxygen cylinder
    • Wreck diving oxygen regulator
    • Wreck diving diving flow regulator
    • Wreck diving diving light

Wreck diving is a unique experience

Wreck diving is an exciting and unique form of diving that gives you the opportunity to explore lost ships and other underwater objects.

Divers from the Daivings Diving Club survey the wreckage from a RIB boat
Divers from the Daivings Diving Club survey the wreckage from a RIB boat

Deepen your diving experience with the PADI Wreck Diver course!

Get even more out of your diving experience by learning PADI Wreck Diver course. With this course, you will learn to safely dive on wrecks, a unique type of diving that gives you the opportunity to explore the history of the underwater world.

In the Wreck Diver course you will learn:

  • Wreck diving history and safety basics.
  • Wreck diving planning, including investigation of wreck conditions and navigation.
  • Use of wreck diving equipment including wreck diving suit, helmet, oxygen tanks and regulators.
  • Buoyancy control in wreck diving, which is especially important to avoid entanglement or damage to the wreck structure.
  • Wreck diving techniques such as wreck diving, crevice diving and wreck diving.

Wreck diving is an exciting and educational experience that reveals the history and biology of the underwater world. With the PADI Wreck Diver certificate, you will be able to safely and confidently dive on the sunken wrecks of Latvia, which are rich in historical and natural values.

To take the PADI Wreck Diver course you need an Open Water Diver certificate or equivalent.

Apply for the PADI Wreck Diver course today and join the elite group of divers who know how to safely dive on wrecks!

Why is a map of sunken shipwrecks of Latvia necessary?

The map of sunken shipwrecks of Latvia is necessary so that divers can safely and confidently dive on these wrecks. The map provides information about the location, depth, size and other important data of the wreck.

Wreck diving requires special skills and knowledge. Divers must be able to navigate wrecks safely, avoid snagging or damage to the wreck's structure, and know what to do in the event of an accident.

The map of sunken shipwrecks in Latvia helps divers plan their dives and ensure safety. The map provides information about wreck conditions that may affect diving safety. For example, if the wreck is in deep water, divers will need special equipment and skills.

Wreck diving is an exciting and educational experience, but it is also dangerous if not done safely. The Latvian shipwreck map is an important tool that helps divers enjoy this adventure safely.

Specifically, the map of sunken shipwrecks in Latvia provides information about sunken shipwrecks.

This information is important so that divers can:

  • Plan your dive based on the location, depth and condition of the wreck.
  • Assess the risks of diving and make safe decisions.
  • Choose suitable equipment and diving methods.

A map of sunken shipwrecks has been created in Latvia

Schematic map of shipwrecks sunk in the territorial waters of Latvia, compiled from many different seafarers' maps, for sonorous measurements, scuba divers 'notes, as well as fishermen' s notes and stories. Let's be gentle with the historical maritime heritage that sank in Latvian waters!

This is a schematic shipwreck map on the Internet with over 40 sunken shipwrecks. If you know of other wrecks that are not marked on the maps, please report to us.

Sample card

The map of sunken shipwrecks of Latvia is available for underwater professionals. The Latvian shipwreck map shows the approximate location of the ships that sank in the past. Available for professional work.

How did shipwrecks form?

The story of each sunken ship is different, a large number of ships perished during the First and Second World Wars, in minefields set by opponents, while other ships found their homes in the depths of the storm.

Every shipwreck is associated with the tragedy of sailors and other people, so let's treat this legacy with respect.

The law stipulates that all underwater works in Latvian waters must be coordinated

IX. Coordination of shipwreck research, excavation and other activities to be performed in Latvian waters.

42. A person who wishes to investigate shipwrecks and other property sunk in Latvian waters shall receive a permit from the State Inspection for the Protection of Cultural Monuments. The said permit, after coordination with the Coast Guard, the State Environmental Service and the Maritime Administration, shall be issued only for scientific or archaeological purposes.

43. In order to receive the approval specified in regulatory enactments regarding maritime administration and maritime safety for the extraction of sunken property in Latvian waters, the owner of the sunken property, another public person or private person who has the right to dispose of the relevant property shall submit the following information to the Maritime Administration:

43.1. the coordinates of the location of the sunken property;

43.2. the type of exploration or excavation work and the mechanical or technical aids or vessels involved.

Wreck diving is an exciting and educational experience

Which provides an opportunity to explore the evidence of the history of the underwater world. With PADI Wreck Diver certification and Map of sunken shipwrecks of Latvia you can safely and confidently dive on these wrecks and enjoy this unique adventure.

Invitation to dive

If you are interested in wreck diving, apply for the PADI Wreck Diver course today! We offer quality training that will enable you to learn to dive safely on wrecks.

Wreck diving is an experience you will never forget!