PADI Open Water Referral Part 2/2 (Open Water dives)

Available on 17 Jul

USD 555.44

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Key info

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2 days (approx.)
Incl. 4 dives
Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
English, Italian
Max. 4 students / instructor
Meet at the dive center

Free Cancellation - 48hrs notice
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Highlights

If you’ve always wanted to experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. The Referral option makes the most of your time - you'll complete your theory & confined water (pool) dives before you travel.

Become a licensed scuba diver in just a few days
No prior experience required
Breathe underwater for the first time (something you’ll never forget)
Make the most of your time by completing your theory and confined water (pool) dives before you arrive

Dive center

Noohiri Diving & Water Sport Center

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Noohiri Diving & Water Sport Center is a modern PADI 5* dive center located on Feridhoo Island in the north of the Maldives, close by numerous friendly turtles.

Set in the north part of Ari Atoll, this is one of the most sought after diving destinations in the Maldives. Turtles, nurse & reef sharks, whale sharks, manta rays... all these beautiful creatures are found here each and every year. Not to mention the hundreds of smaller reef creatures and colorful corals that make up the underwater paradise that is the Maldives. With Noohiri, get easy, laid-back yet safe access to 17 of the best dive sites around - all within 75 minutes ride of the dive center (though most are less than 1 hour away).

Whether you're a new diver looking for calm, shallow coral reefs to blow your first bubbles, or an experienced drift diver hoping to fly through diverse thilas on strong currents, Noohiri has you covered. A full range of PADI recreational courses are available, including Project AWARE and Night specialties. All rental gear is well-maintained Mares equipment and the team boast two on-site compressors.

For non-divers or those looking to mix it up, the water sports half of the operation offers sailing trips, stand up paddle boards (SUP) and windsurfing. Grab the gear and go for it, or sign up for a class to hone those skills. A SUP allows you to easily and flexibly explore the island's reefs and beaches. Guided tours are available on request.

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort 3 PADI Instructors Max. 5.0 divers / guide

Address: 15275 Km from your location
A.Atoll, Feridhoo Island, 06090, Maldives

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Inclusive of

4 open water dives
Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)
Scuba equipment rental (full set)
Certification papers/card
Open water dives

Requirements

Minimum age: 10+
Min. certification: None
Min logged dives: None
No experience with scuba diving required. You must be in good physical health and be able to float for 10 minutes and swim 200m unaided without stopping. You must have completed your eLearning and confined water dives and be signed off by your instructor.

What to expect

The PADI Open Water Diver [Referral] course consists of three main phases:

1) Knowledge development: you will complete this at your leisure at home alongside your local dive center, using either PADI's eLearning system or on-site at their premises. This will cover everything you need to know about basic techniques, terminology and safety procedures in scuba diving. For each concept, you read the explanations and watch the demonstration on a video. You'll get the support of your local PADI Instructor either in-person or via telephone or email through the eLearning system.

2) Confined water dives: these are training sessions conducted in a pool or water with pool-like conditions. You’ll learn and practice the basic skills of diving as well as techniques to keep you safe and you’ll run though how to deal with a range of emergency situations should they occur. The sessions in the swimming pool are a lot of fun and give the opportunity to get familiar with the gear and techniques in a safe environment. With the Referral course, you will enjoy your confined water dives with your local dive center before traveling to your destination.

3) Open water dives: This is what it’s all about – making your first dives in the ocean! During the four open water dives, you will perform various dive skills both under water and at the surface to make sure that you are a competent and safe diver. The training portion usually only takes up the first part of the dive, meaning that you will get to spend a big part of your time diving with your instructor and exploring the underwater world.

As soon as your open water training dives are approved by your instructor you will be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver! This means you will be allowed to rent diving equipment and dive anywhere in the world down to 18 meters, lifelong!

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Confirmation

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