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Open Water Course - Become certified diver in 3 days

About this experience
Your first certification is a license to learn more! Performance-based, after this course you will have the knowledge and skills to plan and execute a dive to a maximum of 18 meters with a certified buddy. Day 1 - Academics + Diving Meet your instructor, fellow students and start the first academic session. Short break for lunch before jumping into your confined skills session for the afternoon. Day 2 - Academics + Diving Skills Start academic session in the morning before heading for the afternoon boat for confined water training skills dives 1 and 2 with a maximum depth of 12m at 2 different dive sites around Koh Tao. Day 3 - Diving + Exam Enjoy 2 dives at a maximum depth of 18 meters, which is the maximum allowed for an open water diver! On some of the best dive sites around Koh Tao, last day is purely fun diving, no training, no exercises, just diving! After completing your last 2 dives we will be doing the final exam at the school!
What to expect
Dive Sites on Koh Tao are perfectly suited for all dive courses, considering depth, clarity, and calmness of the dive environment. The conditions are generally very good making it possible for everyone to dive Koh Tao.
What’s included
- Online theoretical material
- 1 confined water training in pool
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Digital certification
- 4 Open Water Dives in the Ocean
- Coffee and/or Tea
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Open Water Course - Become certified diver in 3 days
Pickup included
accommodation 2nights dorm
Nirvana Guesthouse Pickup included
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
