Overview
Perhaps you have considered learning to dive with a rebreather but have been deterred by the apparent complexities of the equipment. Rebreather diving is not as difficult to master as it might appear. The Voyager rebreather is a remarkable system that allows you to explore environments some divers only dream about.
The modular approach
The Voyager system offers a modular approach to rebreather training.
Semi-closed and closed-circuit configurations are controlled and operated differently. Rebreather divers therefore need to have a clear concept of how both configurations work. Before operating the Voyager in closed-circuit configuration divers should be comfortable diving the unit in its semi-closed set-up. The semi-closed configuration does not demand perfect knowledge of how to operate the unit but requires a good level of practical experience in rebreather buoyancy control, which is easily mastered with proper training and in-water experience.
Unlike IATA, some agencies only offer a single rebreather course. With IATA students begin by learning the Voyager semi-closed configuration and progress on to the closed-circuit configuration. This allows a skilled diver, with a good understanding of theoretical and practical diving techniques, to develop basic abilities and operating limits gradually with each of the system configurations. Ultimately with the Voyager modular approach you will appreciate not having to buy an entirely different rebreather unit as your operating level progresses.
Voyager V1
This is the Voyager rebreather of our choice for all our courses. Its modular lay-out allows us to conduct all semi-closed (Nitrox) and closed-circuit courses (air/oxygen, trimix) with just one rebreather. We have three of these versatile units.
Voyager Sport
Compact and easy to operate, this is probably the most compact and user-friendly rebreather on today’s market. We conduct the REB programs using the Voyager Sport. The unit is a semi-closed rebreather and operates on Nitrox only. We have three of these super compact units.
Voyager V2 CCR
The latest model in the Voyager line. This closed-circuit rebreather is similar to the Voyager V1 but is only available in closed-circuit configuration. The V2 comes in a carbon fibre shell and is available in different colours.
Voyager ARO2
The oxygen rebreather of different naval forces.
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