Why Every Certified Diver Should Take the Nitrox (Enriched Air) Specialty

The Nitrox (Enriched Air) Specialty

If you’ve been diving for a while, you’ve probably heard other divers talk about nitrox—the common name for Enriched Air. Maybe you’ve even noticed other divers analyzing tanks with special stickers before a dive and wondered what the fuss is about. So why should you, as a certified diver, consider taking the PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Specialty? If you’re diving around the Gili Islands, the answer is simple: the benefits are real, immediate, and make every dive better.

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What is Nitrox, and Why Does It Matter?

Nitrox, or Enriched Air, is simply air with a higher percentage of oxygen and less nitrogen. The standard tank you’ve probably used since your Open Water Course contains about 21% oxygen. Nitrox usually contains 32% or 36% oxygen.

Why does this matter? Because it’s nitrogen that limits your bottom time and makes you tired after repetitive dives. By reducing the amount of nitrogen you breathe, nitrox allows you to stay at depth longer within no-decompression limits and come up feeling fresher and more energized—especially on multiple dives in one day.

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Perfect Dive Sites for Nitrox in the Gili Islands

The Gili Islands are surrounded by world-class dive sites that make diving with nitrox a true advantage. Some sites are deeper, some have large areas where you’ll want to spend more time exploring, and some are famous for their big fish and current—meaning you want to stay alert and enjoy every minute.

Some of the best sites to dive on nitrox around Gili Air include:

• Deep Turbo – A deeper reef with dramatic coral formations where extra bottom time is golden.

• Simons – A site known for its depth and rich marine life.

• Takat Malang – With depths that often push you to the limits of your air tables.

• Glenn Nusa – A stunning wreck site where longer bottom times mean more to explore.

• Sharkpoint – Drift with the current and see reef sharks and turtles—staying longer gives you more chances to spot the big ones.

• Deep Halik – Perfect for extended exploration with beautiful drop-offs and schooling fish.

When you’re on nitrox, you maximize your time enjoying these sites instead of watching your no-deco limit tick down too quickly.

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Nitrox: An Investment in Your Health and Comfort

Even when staying well within limits, repetitive diving adds nitrogen to your body. This can make you feel tired, especially after a few days of diving back-to-back. Divers who use nitrox often report feeling less fatigued after multiple dives. This means you get more out of your diving holiday—awake and ready for sunset drinks, not just a nap!

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A Smart Step for Future Professionals

If you’re considering becoming a divemaster or an instructor one day, having your Enriched Air Specialty makes perfect sense. Many dive operations prefer or even require their staff to be nitrox certified because it’s safer for guiding multiple dives daily.

At Oceans 5 Gili Air, for example, all instructors are certified Nitrox Specialty Instructors. This means when you book your course here, you’ll be taught by people who use nitrox daily and understand its practical benefits. Plus, you’ll be ready to guide dives on nitrox once you take your next step toward becoming a dive professional.

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Why Take Your Nitrox Course at Oceans 5 Gili Air?

Here at Oceans 5 Gili Air, we don’t just hand you a card—we make sure you understand how to analyze tanks, set your dive computer, plan your dives properly, and apply what you learn immediately on our local dive sites. You’ll practice analyzing your tank, learn to identify MOD (Maximum Operating Depth), and enjoy real dives on nitrox during your course.

With access to beautiful deeper sites, experienced instructors, and daily opportunities to use what you’ve learned, Oceans 5 Gili Air is the perfect place to earn your Enriched Air Specialty.

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Book Your Nitrox Course Today

Whether you want to enjoy longer dives on the Glenn Nusa wreck, spend more time drifting with turtles at Sharkpoint, or simply feel better after a full day underwater, the Nitrox Specialty is your next logical step. It’s one of the most popular PADI specialties for a reason—and at Oceans 5 Gili Air, it’s always taught by instructors who dive nitrox themselves every day.

Ready to boost your dive time, energy, and diving future? Join us at Oceans 5 Gili Air and get your Enriched Air certification today.

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Contact us now to learn more and book your next specialty!