PADI Open Water Diver
Dive Base Academy

PADI Open Water Diver

Description

The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular entry-level certification. Across theory, pool sessions and four open water dives, you learn all essential skills to dive safely with a buddy to 18 meters and explore the Red Sea with confidence.

Duration: 3–4 daysMax Depth: 18 mMinimum Age: 10 years
€320,00

• Full entry-level diver certification
• Confined and open water training
• 4 open water dives in the Red Sea
• Lifelong license recognized worldwide

New divers aged 10+ who want a complete, globally recognized PADI certification and the freedom to dive with a buddy up to 18 meters.

• Core scuba theory and dive planning
• Safe entry, descent, ascent and buoyancy skills
• Mask, regulator and emergency procedures
• Buddy checks, communication and navigation basics

• Confined water training and 4 open water dives
• Dive instructor
• Full equipment
• Lunch and beverages on board
• Hotel transfer (extra fee per vehicle, on request)

PADI Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive with a buddy to 18 meters (10–11-year-olds limited to shallower depths per standards).

Itinerary

Days 1–2
• Theory sessions and knowledge reviews
• Confined water skills in a pool-like environment

Days 2–4
• 4 open water training dives over 2 days
• Performance requirements and final debrief

 

Live Guide

German, Arabic, Russian, English

 

Important Notes

• Bring swimwear, towel, and reef-safe sunscreen
• Complete a standard diving medical questionnaire; doctor's clearance may be required
• Not suitable for pregnancy or serious heart/back/neck conditions
• Weather and marine authority permissions may adjust sites or schedule
• Respect marine life and protected areas; no touching or collecting
• Children must be accompanied by a legal guardian

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Why They Would Do It Again
Lee H, Sep 2025
“We enjoyed our trip with Dive Base Academy a lot beautiful dive sites, wonderful coral reefs, and tons of fish. Definitely worth it!”
Samantha M, Sep 2025
“A lovely day with great people … Experienced divers looked after us all day from start to finish !!! Would highly recommend to everyone”
Tomasz W, Jun 2025
"Fantastic day out, Fantastic crew, fantastic trip !!! Two beautiful reefs !!! Crew were like a family … will be back to you next year !!! Highly recommend!!!!"
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