Open Water Diver Course – Your Gateway to the Fascinating World of Diving
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Category: Course
Location: KOHCHANG
SKU: Course-Koh-Chang-DC002
Why Take the Open Water Diver Course?
The Open Water Diver Course is your ticket to the fascinating underwater world. Whether you have snorkeling experience or are just curious – this course is perfect for you! Within a few days, you’ll learn the basics of scuba diving and become certified to dive up to 18 meters deep.
We offer three e-learning options for maximum flexibility:
- PADI Basic: A PDF manual with online quizzes – simple and efficient.
- SDI E-Learning: Browser-based learning with a clear and easy structure.
- PADI E-Learning: A full-featured, app-based program with videos, interactive tasks, and extras.
Not sure yet? No problem! Our Options 2 and 3 let you try diving before committing to the full course.
Options for the Undecided:
Option 2: Discover Scuba Diving + Upgrade
Try diving with a tailored Discover Scuba Diving program. On Day 1, you’ll start in the swimming pool, and on Day 2, you’ll go on a boat for one open water dive. After that, you can decide whether to continue the course.
Benefits: Flexibility and a first insight into scuba diving.
Option 3: Discover Scuba Diving + Course
Start with a Discover Scuba Diving program (1 day, 2 dives) and then continue with the Open Water Diver Course. This option even includes an additional dive!
What You Will Learn:
- The basics of scuba diving, including safety and techniques.
- How to properly handle your diving equipment.
- Essential breathing techniques and buoyancy control underwater.
- Planning and conducting dives up to 18 meters deep.
Course Requirements:
- Activity: PADI or SDI Certification Course (globally recognized)
- Prerequisites: None
- Minimum Age: 10 years
- Duration: 3 days
- Theory: Online
- Pool Required: Yes
- Open Water Dives: Yes (4 dives)
What You Might Discover:
During the course, you’ll explore the incredible underwater world of Koh Chang. Discover coral reefs, dive sites, and the fascinating wreck of the HTMS Chang. Learn more about the best diving activities on Koh Chang.
Ready to take the next step? Enroll in our Nitrox Diver Course, Advanced Open Water Diver Course, or book the OWD and AOWD Package.
SDI Open Water Diver Video
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What Our Guests Say About Us
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Price Includes
- Free transfer on your dive day from your hotel to the boat-White Sand Beach to Bang Bao.(East Coast pick up on request)
- All Equipment which you need for Scuba Diving or Snorkeling
- Full Set of own Scuba Diving Gear?Discount 200 THB/Day(we provide tanks and weights)
- Lunch, soft drinks, coffee, tea and local fruits are served on boat
- English Speaking Divemaster or Instructor (Group Sizes max.5 PAX)
- Free Wifi on the Boat(max. 10PAX)
- Credit Card At the Shop or Boat (PayPal only at the online store)Payments above 1500 THB Free of charge
- NATIONAL PARK FEE'S NOT INCLUDED
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