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PADI Open Water Diver

Available on 25 Dec

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Key info

  • 3 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 4 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, Spanish, French, Italian, Thai, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish
  • Max. 4 students / instructor
  • Hotel pick up
  • No cancellation
  • Show mobile or printed voucher

Highlights

If you’ve always wanted to take scuba diving lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, Padi Open Water Diver course is where it starts.

  • Start your diving journey and get certified to dive to 18 meters worldwide.
  • Complete the theory online with PADI eLearning—no classroom time on your holiday.
  • Build confidence through pool training and open water dives.
  • Discover coral reefs, marine life, and underwater adventures safely.
  • Your certification never expires and is valid at dive centers around the world.

Dive center

Fast Manta Diving Krabi

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Welcome to Fast Manta: Your Eco-Friendly PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center, Padi Eco Center & Authorized PADI Freediver Center in Ao Nang

Discover an unparalleled diving experience with Fast Manta, your premier PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center and the first and only authorized PADI Freediver and Padi Eco Center in Ao Nang. 

Operating throughout the picturesque Krabi region, our Reef Manta scuba longtailboat and new big Ocean Manta aluminium catamaran speedboat ensure swift and comfortable journeys to Krabi's mesmerizing dive spots.

Explore Krabi's Stunning Dive Sites - Eco-Conscious & Sustainable

At Fast Manta, we offer a comprehensive range of PADI scuba diving courses, from the enchanting Ao Nang coast to the captivating dive locations of Stunning Ao Nang local islands, Phi Phi area and Koh Haa. Immerse yourself in the underwater beauty of Krabi while knowing that we are passionately dedicated to preserving its delicate coral ecosystems. Our eco-friendly initiatives include active participation in coral conservation programs and promoting sustainable diving practices for a greener planet.

No-Smoking Policy: Clean Air for Healthy Oceans

We take our commitment to the environment seriously. To ensure a healthy ecosystem for marine life and our valued guests, Fast Manta strictly enforces a no-smoking policy on all our trips. Join us in maintaining clean air and pristine surroundings as we strive to protect the marine treasures of Krabi.

Tailored Diving Experiences - Small Group Sizes

Whether you're a beginner or aspiring PADI Instructor, our expert instructors cater to all levels. Enjoy personalised, small group diving experiences that guarantee unforgettable moments without the crowds. We also accommodate your schedules to make your adventure with Fast Manta as seamless and enjoyable as possible.

Multilingual Services for a Global Audience

Fast Manta is delighted to offer our services in Finnish, Swedish, Norwegian, Italian, French, Spanish, Dutch, Thai, Afrikaans and English. Our diverse language options ensure that divers from around the world feel right at home, enhancing your comfort and enjoyment during your underwater escapades.

Embark on an Extraordinary Eco-Friendly Diving Journey

Join us at Fast Manta, where eco-friendliness and adventure converge. Explore the wonders beneath the surface and make a positive impact on the environment. Dive into a world of beauty, preservation, and sustainable diving practices with Krabi's leading PADI 5 Star Instructor Development & PADI Freediver Center and Padi Eco Center. Together, let's protect our oceans and create a brighter, cleaner future. 

Book your diving experience now! 

 

P.S. As an official Suunto Brand Ambassador Dive Center, we always provide Suunto dive computers for our students to use during their courses.

You also have the chance to test the new Suunto Ocean dive computer during your dive—free of charge! 

PADI 5 Star IDC Wi-Fi (FREE) 13 PADI Instructors Max. 4.0 divers / guide

Address: 14651 Km from your location
273 Moo 2, Tambor Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi, No State, 81000, Thailand

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 4 open water dives
  • 5 confined water dives (pool or shallow water)
  • Lunch
  • Confined water dives
  • Open water dives
  • Mask/snorkel
  • PADI eLearning (includes certification fees)
  • Surface interval refreshments
  • Scuba equipment rental (full set)
  • Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)
  • Regulator
  • Fins (open heel)
  • Wetsuit (shorty)
  • BCD
  • Dive computer

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 10+
  • Min. certification: None
  • Min logged dives: None
  • No prior experience with scuba diving is required. You must be in good physical health and be able to float for 10 minutes and swim 200 m unaided and without stopping.

What to expect

Your journey begins with PADI eLearning, allowing you to complete the theory at your own pace—anytime, anywhere. No need to sit in a classroom on your holiday!


Once you’re ready, you’ll start your in-water training with confined water sessions in a pool or pool-like environment. Here, you’ll learn and practice essential scuba skills such as mask clearing, regulator recovery, buoyancy control, and emergency procedures—always under the guidance of a certified instructor.


After mastering these basics, it’s time to dive into the ocean! You’ll complete four open water dives at beautiful local sites, where you’ll apply what you’ve learned and explore coral reefs and marine life in real conditions.


Throughout the course, you’ll gain confidence, improve your comfort underwater, and learn how to dive safely and responsibly. By the end, you’ll be certified to dive to 18 meters anywhere in the world—opening up a whole new world of underwater adventures!

Other Information

Confirmation

  • We’ll send you a final Booking Confirmation Email on average within 24 hours. We advise you to not make any other travel arrangements before that
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Pick Up Information

Pick Ups from/to Ao Nang including the price. Klong Muang & Tup Kaek +1800/Day and other areas case by case

Please indicate your hotel name and address on the checkout page

The dive center will reconfirm your pick up time and location at the latest one day in advance

Cancellation policy

  • No cancelations, refunds, or changes can be made
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