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PADI Advanced Open Water Diver

Available on 25 Dec

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Key info

  • 2 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 5 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, Dutch, French, German
  • Max. 4 students / instructor
  • Meet at the dive center
  • Instant confirmation
  • Free Cancellation - 24hrs notice
  • Show mobile or printed voucher

Highlights

Experience new adventures and learn new skills with an instructor by your side. Designed for Open Water divers who want to improve their abilities.

  • Make five dives with an instructor and practice something different on each dive (deep diving, navigation, buoyancy, photography, etc.).
  • Gain experience and improve your scuba skills.

Dive center

Big Blue Divers

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Big Blue Divers – Dive into the Heart of Paradise

Just a coconut toss from Beau Vallon Beach, Big Blue Divers is your launchpad to the underwater magic of Mahé. As a PADI 5-Star Dive Center and Nitrox facility, we blend island-style hospitality with top-tier diving professionalism.

Whether you're taking your first breath underwater or chasing your next certification, our crew of passionate, safety-minded dive pros will make sure you're grinning behind your regulator. From coral gardens bursting with color to deep-blue adventures with turtles and rays, every dive is a front-row seat to Seychelles’ wild underwater beauty.

Small groups, chilled vibes, high standards—plus daily dive trips, fun courses, and the option to go Nitrox for those who like to dive longer and feel stronger.

Come as you are, leave as part of the Big Blue tribe.

PADI 5 Star IDC Resort Dive shop 4 PADI Instructors Max. 4.0 divers / guide

Address: 15447 Km from your location
next to Divers Lodge, Beau Vallon, Mare Anglaise, Mahé, No State, 0, Seychelles

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 5 open water dives
  • PADI eLearning (includes certification fees)
  • Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)
  • Open water dives
  • Surface interval refreshments

Not inclusive of

  • Scuba equipment rental (full set)  ( USD 85 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Wetsuit (shorty)  ( USD 18 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Fins (open heel)  ( USD 18 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Nitrox  ( USD 48 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Mask/snorkel  ( USD 18 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Wetsuit (3mm)  ( USD 18 ) - bookable in checkout
  • BCD  ( USD 36 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Regulator  ( USD 48 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Fins (full foot)  ( USD 18 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Dive computer  ( USD 18 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Flashlight (torch)  ( USD 18 ) - bookable in checkout
  • Lunch  ( USD 8 ) - bookable in checkout

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 12+
  • Min. certification: Open Water Certification required
  • Min logged dives: 4 logged dives required
  • PADI Open Water Diver or qualifying entry-level certification.

What to expect

The Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about advancing your skills. This course is available with PADI eLearning theory, the first phase of this training is Knowledge Development, which includes lessons on popular specialty dives. In the second phase you'll practice underwater navigation and buoyancy, try deep diving and make three specialty dives of your choosing. During the final phase, after some skill practice with your instructor, you'll make five open water dives. There's no exam because this course is truly about having fun and gaining experience. For every specialty dive you complete, you can earn credit toward PADI® specialty certifications.

Other Information

Confirmation

  • You will receive a confirmation email and voucher instantly after booking
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Meet at the dive center

Please note: There is a dive center with similar name: Blue Sea Divers, not us! You will find us 800 meters further north. Our center is marked by a life size whale shark sculpture. Free of charge transfers provided from all hotels in the Beau Vallon area.

Address: next to Divers Lodge, Beau Vallon, Mare Anglaise, Mahé, No State, 0, Seychelles

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Cancellation policy

  • Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 24 hours prior to the activity
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