PADI
Open Water Course
Start your journey beneath the surface.
Get ready to explore a whole new world! The Open Water Diver course is your first step into scuba diving. It's a lifetime certification that opens the door to dive adventures around the globe.
No experience needed. Just a love for the ocean and a sense of adventure.
What You'll Learn
A comprehensive course designed to make you a confident, certified diver
Course Structure
PADI eLearning Theory
Complete the knowledge development online at your own pace before arriving
Confined Water Training
Master essential scuba skills in calm, shallow waters right from shore
Four Open Water Dives
Apply your skills in Cozumel's crystal-clear waters with your instructor
Lifetime Certification
Receive your PADI Open Water Diver certification card
Choose Your Course Option
Flexible scheduling options to fit your vacation timeline
3-Day Course
1 Shore Day + 2 Boat Days + Bonus Dive
Start your diving journey with a lifetime certification—and a little extra adventure. Perfect if you're ready to dive in and get certified over three exciting days.
3-Day Course
2 Shore Days + 1 Boat Day + Bonus Dive
Ideal if you'd like to build confidence gradually with more time from shore before heading out to the open sea.
2-Day Course
1 Shore Day + 1 Boat Day
Get certified in just two action-packed days—perfect if you're short on time but ready to dive into something amazing.
PADI Open Water Referral
2 Boat Days
Finish your certification in paradise. Already started your Open Water Course at home? Complete it with us in just two amazing days, right from the boat.
Here's how it works:
Required: Valid PADI referral form from your previous dive center (issued within the last 12 months). Once you complete your dives, you'll become a certified PADI Open Water Diver, ready to explore the ocean anywhere in the world.
PADI Open Water Referral
1 Shore Day + 1 Boat Day
Finish your certification in paradise. Already started your Open Water Course at home? Complete it with us in just two days—starting from the shore and finishing from the boat. With the PADI Open Water Referral, you'll save time by doing the theory and pool training before your trip, and complete your open water dives once you're here.
Here's how it works:
Required: Valid PADI referral form from your previous dive center (issued within the last 12 months). Once you complete your dives, you'll become a certified PADI Open Water Diver, ready to explore the ocean anywhere in the world.
PADI Open Water + Advanced Open Water
5 Day Combo
Get fully certified and build your skills—with a special combo discount. Want to make the most of your diving trip? Combine your Open Water and Advanced Open Water certifications in just 5 unforgettable days. You'll complete both theory sections online before arriving, so all the action happens in the water.
Here's how it works:
That's a total of 9 dives in 5 days—an incredible way to kick-start your diving journey. By the end of the week, you'll hold two certifications—Open Water and Advanced Open Water—giving you the experience and confidence to dive more independently and explore a wider range of dive sites. All gear is included. Just bring your curiosity and a smile.
Why Get PADI Certified?
Dive Anywhere
Your PADI certification is recognized worldwide, opening doors to dive sites across the globe.
Safety First
Learn proper safety procedures and emergency protocols from certified PADI instructors.
Lifetime Achievement
Once certified, you're certified for life. No need to retake the course. Just keep diving!
Ready to Become a Certified Diver?
Join thousands of divers who have started their underwater journey with PADI Open Water certification in the beautiful waters of Cozumel.