Advanced Open Water Diver
Expand your diving skills and explore new depths. Perfect your techniques and discover specialized diving activities.
Advanced Open Water Diver
Expand your diving skills and explore new depths. Perfect your techniques and discover specialized diving activities.
Duration
2 days
Depth limit
30 ft
Ratio
1:4
Certification
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Prerequisites
Requirements before the course starts
Learning outcomes
What students should be able to do by the end
Course itinerary
Day-by-day structure for the course
Deep Dive and Navigation
Master deep diving and underwater navigation skills.
Adventure Dives
Choose from various adventure dive specialties.
What's included
Included as part of your training package
Not included
Items students usually arrange themselves
Equipment and gear
Diving equipment and training gear used during the course
Advanced BCD
Professional-grade buoyancy control
Regulator with Octopus
High-performance air delivery
Wetsuit (5mm or 7mm)
Enhanced thermal protection for deep dives
Dive Computer
Advanced dive planning and safety monitoring
Compass
Underwater navigation tool
Surface Marker Buoy
Safety and signaling device
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
This is an internationally recognized certification that supports future dives and further training worldwide.
Frequently asked questions
Questions students usually ask before enrolling
What adventure dives can I choose from?
Popular options include Peak Performance Buoyancy, Underwater Photography, Fish Identification, Wreck Diving, and Night Diving.
Do I need to complete all dives in 2 days?
No, the course can be spread out over multiple days or weekends to fit your schedule.
What's the maximum depth I can dive after this course?
You'll be certified to dive to 100ft (30 meters) with proper training and equipment.
Can I take this course if I haven't dived recently?
We recommend a refresher dive if you haven't dived in 6+ months to ensure you're comfortable with basic skills.
Confirm eligibility before travel
Course availability depends on weather, instructor scheduling, minimum enrollment, and medical suitability under PADI guidance.