PADI Open Water Diver
If you want to become a certified diver, the PADI Open Water Diver is perfect for you.
The Open Water certification is the first autonomous scuba certification level, which means that you don’t need the supervision of a dive professional. You will also be able to dive to a max. depth of 18 meters / 60 feet.
The Open Water Diver is the most popular entry level scuba certification in the world and will open up many dive sites for you to explore and have fun!
PRICE
Open Water - $480
Open Water + PPB - $690
How long does it take?
3 DAYS
This is a 3-day course that is divided into 3 parts:
Knowledge Development: you will begin by completing the PADI eLearning from the comfort of your home without wasting time with classroom presentations during your vacation. We will send you your PADI E-Learning Material ahead of time.
Confined Water: in your first day you will complete 5 confined water dives with your instructor.
Open Water: afterwards, you will get on board one of our boats to do 4 open water dives with your instructor.
This course will allow you to dive to a maximum depth of 18 meters / 60 feet.
Add the Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty to your package and learn how to glide effortlessly, use less air and ascend, descend or hover almost as if by thought.
Who can do it?
Available for ages 10 and up, it's the perfect experience for the whole family!
Scuba diving is an excellent option for couples! You always need a buddy to help you with your gear and share new adventures and experiences.
What will I learn?
During your PADI Open Water Diver Course you will learn how to:
Be a confident and skilled diver
Assemble, Disassemble and use scuba gear
Plan your dives
Manage your buoyancy
Respectfully approach marine life
Follow safety procedures
Why Roatan Divers?
As a Boutique Dive Center, we offer:
Small groups: maximum of 4 students per instructor, which means that we can focus on each guest's needs individually.
Premium Service: our team handles all equipment set-up, tank changeovers, as well as rinsing and storing of gear
Best boats: we are very proud to have the best boats on the island. Don’t lose your time in transit!
New dive gear: all of our rental BCDs, regulators, wetsuits and masks are from Mares, one of the largest scuba equipment manufacturers in the world
DIVE COMPUTER
Roatan Divers is one of the few dive shops in Roatan that offers their students to use a dive computer during their courses. Use the latest technology to track your depth, dive time, and No Decompression Limits (NDL) for the duration of your course.
What is the price?
$480 per person
No Hidden Fees! This price includes Honduras Taxes (19%), Credit Card Fees and:
PADI eLearning and certification
Full Dive Gear
5 Confined
Water Dives
4 Open
Water Dives
Frequently Asked Questions
about the PADI Open Water Diver
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YES! We will dedicate one instructor exclusive to your course and the maximum size of the group is 6 people.
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YES! You will use the BCD to help you float at the surface, but it is very important that you feel comfortable in the water. Also, in order to get your certification you will need to complete a 200 meters swim test.
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The Scuba Diver certification is the first scuba certification level, allowing you to dive to a maximum depth of 12 meters / 40 feet under the supervision of a dive professional.
The Open Water certification is the first autonomous scuba certification level, which means that you don’t need the supervision of a dive professional. You will also be able to dive to a max. depth of 18 meters / 60 feet.
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Minimum 10 years old
Medical Form: You need to fill out a medical questionnaire. With any “Yes” response you will need a medical clearance to diving. You can acquire this at home or here on the Island at least one day prior to your dive. Ask us for the form!
Check for other PADI Courses
Include the Advanced Open Water Course to your package and gain more experience while exploring wrecks or deep dives