The PADI Open Water Diver Course is the most recognized SCUBA diving certification and widely accepted every where in the world. After successful completion of the Open Water Course, you will be able to scuba dive to 18 meters deep, ANYWHERE in the world showing your PADI Open Water Certification eCard! In the course, you will learn the essential skills and knowledge required to experience the underwater world safely while maximizing your enjoyment.
A Quick Glance for PADI Open Water Course Options (effective 15th April 2024)
Contact us to Book & Confirm early for Bonus 3 FREE Nights accommodation in our Divers’ hostel during any of our Standard Private PADI Open Water Diver Course. Our prices are ALL INCLUSIVE of core rental equipment, PADI E-learning Lite Digital Pak, insurance and certification upon course completion. Gain more dive time with us during your dive training, maximum ratio 2 students to 1 instructor. No hidden cost!
| Standard Course Options (contact us to book or details) | |
| Standard Training Course (small class at 2 to 1 ratio, available for booking daily, proper training & diving time with your instructor, all inclusive!) Our top option since 2003!!! | 14,900THB |
| Standard Private Training Course (max 2 students to 1 instructor, relaxed & flexible Schedule, more fun dives during the course) BEST Service choice in 2022! | 16,900THB |
| (weekend) Standard Training Course (starts every Friday, Best Price for more dive time Guarantee! 2.5 days schedule, all dives from Kata Bay) Available from November to April | 11,900THB |
| SPECIAL Combo PADI Courses (contact us for details) | |
| Standard Open Water + Advanced Diver Courses [4 days, 9 or more dives, two certifications, small class with 2 students for more focus training for Navigation, Deep and Wreck diving] | 25,900THB |
| Standard Course + One Elective Advanced Dive [Our most popular since 2018! Choose an Adventure Dive: Wreck, Sharks Conservation, Nitrox & many others, gain a credit toward your PADI Advanced Open Water Course ] | 15,900THB |
Limited ^Bonus: FREE PSI or DeepBlue Diving Mask for every Standard Private Course student book in advance, first come first serve depending on availability and stock on hand for mask, NOT guarantee without confirmation.
^ Bonus bases on early confirmation, stock availability and not guaranteed. FREE Bonus product is not exchangeable, discounted nor refundable
What’s always Included in our Standard courses?
- PADI Open Water Course E-learning Lite Pak (digital learning via mobile devices or laptops, in more than 21 languages)
- PADI eCard Certification in your PADI App
- Full Set Scuba Equipment Rental
- Dive Computer Rental & Learn to Dive with Dive Computer
- PADI open water Skills training in pool & confined shallow reef (5 sessions, 3-4 hours)
- Open Water training dives from boat trips or shore (4 dives, 3-4 hours)
- Diving eLogbook in your PADI App
- Tourism Authority of Thailand endorsed Dive Accident Insurance Coverage by Bangkok Insurance Co. Ltd coverage or optional add-on Dive Assist Insurance Coverage (2M THB)
- Transfer** to/from hotel on boat diving days (in Kata, Karon, Patong, Chalong and Rawai area). **Not included in Basic course options
Course Prices Exclude: (available on requests) Airport transfer, accommodation & meals unless stated, transfer from/to outside of free shared area**, Marine Park Fees if applied by government on trip destination.
Sample Course Schedule
- Day 1
Prior to arrival: Confirm your course schedule, complete deposit, fill out administrative form online, register your PADI Elearning online and complete your course independent study from home. After arrival: settle your course balance payment, equipment fitting session, you then will head to the dive training pool or shallow beach lagoon (during November to April) with your instructor to complete your PADI open water skills training dives. Our Instructor will train you to reach competency of the required skills needed to safely dive in the ocean.
- Day 2
Meet at the Dive Center or pier in the morning (meeting time provided by your instructor). You will do two dives at Kata Bay (during November to April) or from a big comfortable boat trip to the Raya Islands (includes: breakfast, buffet style lunch, fruit, tea, coffee and drinking water) and complete the necessary skills underwater and on the surface for the course. Then the fun part…underwater exploration! You will be done by about 1:30 pm for dives from Kata Bay or 4:30pm for dives from the Raya Islands.
- Day 3
Meet at the Dive Center or pier in the morning (meeting time provided by your instructor). For the standard course options, board a spacious, comfortable dive boat which will have a light breakfast, buffet style lunch, fruit, tea, coffee and drinking water all included. You will complete your course dives at a scheduled dive sites (Phi Phi Marine Park or Mai Thon & Doc Mai Islands or the Raya Islands) and complete the necessary skills underwater and on the surface for the course. Then more fun underwater exploration. You will be transferred back to your hotel from Chalong pier around 5:00 – 7:00 pm (depending on trip destination).
Prerequisites
- Be able to swim non-stop for 200 meters and maintain yourself in deep water for at least 10 minutes
- Must be at least 10 years old
- In good general health to participate in Scuba Diving. Click here to download a Medical Statement and Questionaire (pdf)
Book your PADI Open Water Course
You can begin the training in 3 easy steps. Please follow the booking process below.
Step One. Contact us to sign-up & confirm, gain access to your PADI Elearning online or via PADI Training App and complete your course academic.
Two. Choose your course option that matches your travel plan and schedule your training dates with us. Remember to complete your Course Academic before arriving to start your in-water training. Click here to message us via WhatsApp for quick answers to your questions or assistance during your elearning process.
Three. Let’s go Diving! Our friendly and experienced PADI Instructors will guide you through your scuba skills in the pool and open water training dives over 3 days to complete your PADI Certification.
Note: Did you already started your PADI Open Water Course with a PADI Instructor or dive center? Click here for our PADI course referral option