Altitude diving is considered a challenging type of scuba diving. If you are interested in this type, in this article, we will give you answers to the important FAQs of altitude diving. So, go along with us.

What is Altitude in Diving?

Attitude diving is considered one of the types of underwater diving in which you use scuba diving equipment in which the surface is 1,000 ft (300 m) or more above the sea level.

What are the Rules for Dive at Altitude?

When you are diving at an altitude of 8,000 ft or more, you must wait for 6 hours before diving. In this type of diving, dive experts recommend limiting your diving to just two Dives per day. You should conduct safety stops at all dives at altitude. 

The depth of the safety stops changes with altitude. You must adjust your depth guage or dive computer for altitude diving.

Where is the Best Attitude diving in the World? 

Some of the best attitude diving destination include 

• Lake Atitľan in Guatemala.
• Various mountain lakes in Germany and Australia.
• Yellowstone National Park in the USA.
• Lake Titicaca in Bolivia Peru.

What Depth is Altitude Diving? 

Altitude diving usually describes a type of diving in lakes and rivers at elevation above 300 m. Although there isn’t a set depth to define altitude diving, when the location is above the sea level, a dive on it can be defined as an altitude dive.

Do I Need to Modify my Ascent Rate During an Attitude Dive? 

The simple answer is yes, due to the reduced atmospheric pressure, scuba divers need to ascend more slowly than they would at sea level in order to allow safe off-gassing of nitrogen. Follow the guidelines provided in Attitude diving tables or just use a dive computer.

Are there Special Training Courses for Attitude Diving? 

Yes, many dive training organizations, such as, PADI and SSI provide special attitude diver courses in which you can learn important special considerations and safety measures that are related to attitude diving.

Can I Dive and Fly on the Same Day at High Altitudes? 

You shouldn’t dive and fly on the same day, especially when you practice altitude diving, as this can increase the risk of Decompression Sickness. You need to wait at least 24 hours in between to ensure your safety.

What is the Highest Altitude Scuba Dive? 

The current record for the highest altitude scuba dive was set by polish diver and mountaineer Marco Korkud on 13 December 2019. 

He made an altitude dive at Ojos del Salado volcano which is about 6395 above sea level, setting the world record in altitude diving.