Are you ready to take your scuba diving skills to the next level? The Master Scuba DiverTM Challenge is here to ignite your passion for diving and reward you for your dedication. Running from July 1 to December 31, 2024, this contest offers an incredible opportunity for divers to earn the prestigious PADI Master Scuba Diver (MSD) rating and win amazing prizes, including a dream dive trip to the stunning Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa in the Maldives!
What is the Master Scuba Diver Rating?
The Master Scuba Diver rating is the pinnacle of recreational scuba diving, awarded to the most accomplished and experienced divers. It represents a diver’s dedication, skill, and commitment to the underwater world. Less than 2% of divers ever achieve this elite status, making it a truly exceptional accomplishment.
To become a Master Scuba Diver, you must:
- Hold a Rescue Diver certification (and have completed all the pre-requisites for that certification)
- Complete 5 Specialty Diver courses
- Log 50 dives
The MSD Challenge is designed to help you on your journey to this prestigious rating by encouraging you to take more courses and gain more diving experience.
How to Enter the Master Scuba Diver Challenge
Participating in the MSD Challenge is easy! Here’s how you can get started:
- Visit the MSD Challenge Entry Page: Click here and fill in the entry form.
- Share Your Passion: Tell us why you want to be a Master Scuba Diver in a paragraph or two.
- Earn Extra Entries: After filling in the form and securing your initial entry, you can earn more entries to the contest by completing qualifying PADI courses or joining PADI Club. Here’s how you can boost your chances:
- PADI Master Scuba Diver rating – 10 extra entries
- PADI Rescue Diver certification – 5 extra entries
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification – 3 extra entries
- PADI Specialty Diver certification – 2 extra entries
- PADI Open Water Diver certification – 1 extra entry
- PADI ClubTM member – 5 extra entries
The Prize: A Trip for Two to the Maldives! 🏝️
We know your journey to becoming a Master Scuba Diver is its own reward, but we’re adding an incredible incentive to keep you motivated!
At the end of the contest, we’re giving away a trip for two to the Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, including six nights of full board accommodation, five days of diving for two with Euro-Divers (two boat dives per day), and round-trip airfare to Malé, Maldives. This amazing prize is worth USD $6,000!
Imagine diving into the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives, exploring vibrant coral reefs, and encountering an array of marine life – all while basking in the luxury of the Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa.
Two runner-up winners will also receive one recreational PADI eLearning course of their choice.
About the Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa
The Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa is a luxurious haven located in the picturesque South Ari Atoll. Known for its stunning, white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, the resort offers a range of accommodations from beautiful garden rooms to exclusive jacuzzi water villas. Guests can indulge in world-class dining, relaxing spa treatments, and an array of water sports and activities. Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, Vilamendhoo provides an idyllic setting for a perfect getaway
This sumptuous resort also offers an unparalleled diving experience with a stunning house reef and over 50 dive sites nearby. The Euro-Divers Vilamendhoo Dive Center, a PADI Five Star facility, provides a range of diving experiences for all skill levels. Highlights include trips to the South Ari Marine Protected Area for whale shark encounters and excursions to manta ray cleaning stations. Dive sites like Kuda Rah Thila and Broken Rock offer sightings of sharks, turtles, and vibrant coral formations.
Take the Plunge – Join the MSD Challenge Today!
Becoming a Master Scuba Diver sets you apart as a diver committed to excellence and safety. It opens doors to more challenging dives, greater responsibility, and deeper knowledge of the underwater world. With every course you complete and every dive you log, you’re not just earning entries for the MSD Challenge – you’re building a foundation of skills and experiences that will serve you for a lifetime.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to advance your diving skills and win extraordinary prizes. Enter the MSD Challenge today, and continue your underwater adventure!
