MALEZA ALTA SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Under Maleza Alta’s Blue: Advance Your Scuba, Four Specialties at a Time
Complete four SSI specialty courses on a flexible schedule to earn your Advanced Open Water rating while diving the clear, warm waters off Maleza Alta.
Under Maleza Alta’s Blue: Advance Your Scuba, Four Specialties at a Time.
Off the northwest coast of Puerto Rico, Aquatica PR runs a flexible 4-specialty SSI program at Maleza Alta that lets certified Open Water divers choose the specialties they want—deep, night, navigation and more—so they can build skills while exploring warm, clear local reefs.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Warm water, clear visibility and lively reefs
Earn your Advanced Open Water Certification while diving sites in northwest Puerto Rico that offer warm water and excellent visibility, minutes from shore and teeming with marine life.
Tailor your training with a 4-specialty bundle
Choose the four SSI specialty courses that interest you—whether deep, navigation, night or others—and complete them on a schedule that works for you.
Personalized, safety-focused guidance
Experienced instructors deliver one-on-one coaching in a relaxed, safety-conscious environment so you build confidence and stronger diving skills as you progress.
What the day feels like
What the course feels like
This program blends classroom modules and in-water skills: you pick the specialties you want, meet your instructor, gear up for briefings and dive sessions, then log and debrief each outing. Courses are scheduled around your availability so you can advance at a steady pace under experienced supervision.
THE UNDERWATER
Warm water, clear visibility and lively reefs
Earn your Advanced Open Water Certification while diving sites in northwest Puerto Rico that offer warm water and excellent visibility, minutes from shore and teeming with marine life.
THE FLEXIBILITY
Tailor your training with a 4-specialty bundle
Choose the four SSI specialty courses that interest you—whether deep, navigation, night or others—and complete them on a schedule that works for you.
THE INSTRUCTORS
Personalized, safety-focused guidance
Experienced instructors deliver one-on-one coaching in a relaxed, safety-conscious environment so you build confidence and stronger diving skills as you progress.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course is best for — and who should avoid it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Swimsuit or comfortable swimwear, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, water bottle, your SSI (or equivalent) certification card, any personal dive gear you prefer to use, and snacks for between dives.
Meet at PR-110 Km. 32.9 (int, C. Anegada, Maleza Alta, 00603). The operator works with you to complete the certification as quickly as possible, scheduling specialties individually based on your availability.
Courses are scheduled individually; call the operator to book your specialties and build a plan to complete the four-course bundle.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need to be certified to take this course?
Yes, you must already be a certified Open Water Diver before enrolling in Advanced specialty courses.
How do I choose my specialty courses?
After booking, the operator will contact you to help select the four specialties that best match your interests and goals.
Can I complete the specialties on different days?
Yes — you do not have to finish all four specialties at once; the operator will work with you to build a schedule that fits.
How long does each specialty course take?
Most specialty courses can be completed in half a day and include a mix of theory and in-water skills.
Will I get an Advanced Open Water certification card?
Yes — after completing four specialty courses, SSI will issue your Advanced Open Water Diver recognition rating.
What happens if ocean conditions are poor?
If conditions are unsuitable, the operator will reschedule affected dives or adjust your schedule to ensure safety and enjoyment.