✨ COURSE OVERVIEW:
Dive into the world of underwater exploration with our comprehensive Open Water + Advanced Open Water Diver Combo Course, designed to take you from a beginner to a confident, skilled diver. This integrated program provides a seamless progression — starting with the fundamental skills of scuba diving and extending into more specialized and adventurous dives. It’s ideal for travelers, adventure seekers, and anyone looking to explore the underwater world safely and professionally.
By completing both certifications together, you gain an edge in skill, comfort, and certification level, all while saving time and cost. Offered through globally recognized dive organizations like PADI and SSI, these certifications are valid for a lifetime and accepted worldwide.
🔍 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
🧜♂ Open Water Diver Course (OWD)
• Introduction to scuba equipment and underwater communication
• Basic dive theory including pressure, buoyancy, and air management
• Confined water dives to build comfort and safety skills
• Open water dives (4 dives) to apply learned skills in real conditions
• Proper dive planning, buddy system procedures, and emergency handling
• Environmental awareness and responsible diving practices
🐠 Advanced Open Water Diver Course (AOWD)
• A step beyond the basics – dive deeper, longer, and smarter
• 5 adventure dives including:
• Deep Diving (mandatory) – Learn to dive safely to 30 meters/100 feet
• Underwater Navigation (mandatory) – Master compass use and natural navigation
• Plus 3 elective adventure dives such as:
• Wreck Diving
• Night Diving
• Peak Performance Buoyancy
• Drift Diving
• Fish Identification
• Search & Recovery
• Minimal classroom time – learning is focused in-water, with quick knowledge reviews
📋 PREREQUISITES:
• Minimum Age:
• 10 years (PADI Jr. Open Water) or 15 years for full certification
• 12+ years recommended for Advanced certification due to depth
• Swimming Ability:
• Able to swim 200 meters and float for 10 minutes
• Health:
• Medical self-declaration or physician’s clearance if any listed conditions apply
• No prior scuba certification required to begin the combo course
• Must complete Open Water certification before proceeding to Advanced dives
🌟 HIGHLIGHTS & BENEFITS:
• 🔹 International Certification valid for life and recognized globally
• 🔹 Gain the skills to dive confidently up to 30 meters deep
• 🔹 Ideal for diving in exotic destinations, shipwrecks, and deep reefs
• 🔹 Hands-on learning with certified instructors and small group training
• 🔹 Modern gear and emergency support systems for safety and comfort
• 🔹 Choose between shore and boat dives, depending on the location
• 🔹 Time-efficient: complete two certifications in one seamless program
• 🔹 Perfect for liveaboards, dive trips, and marine conservation holidays
📦 WHAT'S INCLUDED:
• Full rental of modern dive equipment
• Course materials (manuals, eLearning or digital logbooks)
• Pool/confined water training sessions
• All open water and adventure dives
• Instructor fees and certification cards
• Refreshments and surface intervals
• Dive site transfers (if applicable)
🚫 EXCLUSIONS:
• Meals and accommodation (unless specified in a package)
• Travel and personal insurance (strongly recommended)
• Medical clearance fees (if required)
• Specialty course add-ons (can be included on request)
• Personal dive gear (purchase optional)
📅 DURATION:
• Open Water Course: 3 to 4 days
• Advanced Course: 2 to 3 days
• Combo Program: 5 to 6 days total (can be customized)
🏁 OUTCOME:
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive:
• Open Water Diver Certification (max. depth 18m)
• Advanced Open Water Diver Certification (max. depth 30m)
Both certifications allow you to dive independently with a buddy and open the door to specialty courses, liveaboard diving, and marine adventure travel across the world.
