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Earn your SSI or PADI Open Water Diver certification in three days off the coast of Panay, Philippines—the globally recognised credential that opens access to dive sites worldwide. This hands-on course combines theory, confined-water skills practice, and four supervised open-water dives at pristine local reefs, letting you experience the underwater world safely and confidently.
Get your SSI or PADI scuba certification. If you've always wanted to learn how to scuba dive, discover new adventures or simply see the wondrous world beneath the waves.
The Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular scuba course, and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle.
What You Learn
The Open Water Diver course consists of three main phases:
Knowledge Development (online or in a classroom ) to understand basic principles of scuba diving
Confined Water Dives to learn basic scuba skills
Open Water Dives to review your skills and explore!
The Fun Part
The fun part about this course is . . . well, just about all of it because learning to dive is incredible. You breathe underwater for the first time (something you'll never forget) and learn what you need to know to become a certified diver. During the course, you'll make at least five confined water dives and four dives at local dive sites under the supervision of your SSI/PADI Instructor.
The Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular scuba course, and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle.
What You Learn
The Open Water Diver course consists of three main phases:
Knowledge Development (online or in a classroom ) to understand basic principles of scuba diving
Confined Water Dives to learn basic scuba skills
Open Water Dives to review your skills and explore!
The Fun Part
The fun part about this course is . . . well, just about all of it because learning to dive is incredible. You breathe underwater for the first time (something you'll never forget) and learn what you need to know to become a certified diver. During the course, you'll make at least five confined water dives and four dives at local dive sites under the supervision of your SSI/PADI Instructor.
Highlights
- ✓Internationally recognised SSI or PADI certification valid at dive sites globally
- ✓Four open-water dives at established Panay reef sites under instructor supervision
- ✓Confined-water training phase to master fundamental scuba skills before reef diving
- ✓Flexible knowledge development (online self-study or classroom option)
- ✓Small-group instruction ensuring personalised attention and safety
Insider tips
- ★Complete the theory component online before arrival to maximise dive time and reduce course duration pressure
- ★Book during dry season (November–May) for the calmest waters and best visibility around Panay
- ★Bring a light wetsuit (3mm) even in warm months; reef reefs can feel cool during longer dives
Good to know
- •Minimum age typically 10–12 years; check with operator for junior vs. adult course requirements
- •Course includes at least five confined-water dives plus four open-water dives (nine total)
- •Certification card issued upon completion; bring it to any dive operator worldwide
- •Basic swimming ability required; medical questionnaire screened before course start
Who it's for
First-time divers seeking internationally recognised certificationAdventure seekers wanting to explore tropical reef ecosystemsTravellers planning to dive at multiple destinations globallyCouples and friends looking for a structured, skill-building experience together
Best time to visit
Visit November through May for optimal visibility and calm seas. Morning dives (starting early) offer the best light and least crowded reef conditions.
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