Course Overview
The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course helps you increase your confidence and build your scuba skills. This is where you get to fine-tune your techniques and try out new activities under the supervision of your PADI Instructor. You'll complete five adventure dives that introduce you to different types of diving and help you become a better, more confident diver.
Prerequisites
- PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)
- Minimum age: 12 years old (15 for Deep Adventure Dive)
- Good physical health and fitness
- Comfortable with basic diving skills
What You'll Learn
Advanced navigation techniques using compass and natural references
Deep diving procedures and safety (up to 30 meters)
Peak performance buoyancy for better control
Underwater photography or videography basics
Night diving skills and procedures
Wreck diving exploration techniques
Choose Your Adventure Dives
Complete 2 required dives (Navigation & Deep) plus 3 elective dives from our specialty options:
Underwater Navigation
Master compass and natural navigation
RequiredDeep Dive
Explore depths up to 30 meters
RequiredPeak Performance Buoyancy
Perfect your buoyancy control
PopularWreck Diving
Explore underwater shipwrecks
PopularNight Diving
Experience the underwater world at night
PopularUnderwater Photography
Capture amazing underwater moments
Fish Identification
Learn to identify marine species
Drift Diving
Dive with ocean currents
Search & Recovery
Locate and recover underwater objects
Course Structure
Core Adventure Dives
1 dayComplete two mandatory adventure dives
Elective Adventure Dives
1-2 daysChoose three from 15+ specialty options
Certification
ImmediateReceive your Advanced certification upon completion
Typical Schedule
| Day | Activity | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Knowledge Development & Planning | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Classroom |
| Day 1 | Navigation & Deep Dives | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Dive Site |
| Day 2 | Elective Adventure Dives (2) | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Dive Site |
| Day 3 | Final Adventure Dive & Certification | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Dive Site |
* Schedule is flexible and can be customized based on your preferences and dive site conditions.
per person
What's Included:
- 5 Adventure Dives
- Deep Dive Training
- Navigation Skills
- Digital Materials
- Certification Card
- Specialty Options
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before start
Required
You must be a certified Open Water Diver to enroll in this course.
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What's Included
- PADI eLearning materials
- All scuba equipment for 5 dives
- Boat fees (if applicable)
- Deep dive and navigation dive fees
- 3 elective adventure dives
- PADI certification processing
- Digital certification card
- Underwater slate for navigation
Not Included
- Dive computer (rental available)
- Underwater camera (rental available)
- Dive insurance (required)
- Accommodation
- Meals and transportation
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Advanced Open Water course
Do I need to complete all 5 dives in one trip?
No! You can split your adventure dives across multiple trips. However, completing them together helps you progress faster and retain skills better.
Can I choose any 3 elective dives?
Yes! Choose from 15+ specialty options based on your interests. We recommend Peak Performance Buoyancy, Wreck, and Night diving for the best experience.
Will this course make me a better diver?
Absolutely! The Advanced course focuses on building confidence, improving skills, and exposing you to different diving environments and techniques.
Can I continue to specialty certifications after?
Yes! Each adventure dive counts as the first dive toward the corresponding specialty certification. It's a great way to explore before committing to a full specialty.
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