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PADI Advanced Open Water Course
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PADI Advanced Open Water Course

Elevate your diving skills with the PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Koh Samui. This 2–3 day certification program unlocks deeper dives, underwater navigation, and specialized training at world-clas

From

฿12,990 THB

Duration

2–3 days

Level

moderate

Overview

About this tour

Elevate your diving skills with the PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Koh Samui. This 2–3 day certification program unlocks deeper dives, underwater navigation, and specialized training at world-class sites like Sail Rock and Chumphon Pinnacle. Led by multilingual PADI professionals with 25+ years of experience.

What stands out

Highlights

  • Complete 5 adventure dives including Deep Dive and Underwater Navigation
  • Explore top Gulf of Thailand dive sites like Sail Rock and Chumphon Pinnacle
  • Small group ratios (max 4 divers per instructor) for personalized training
  • Learn from multilingual PADI instructors (10+ languages available)
  • Earn an internationally recognized PADI Advanced Open Water certification
  • Flexible scheduling to fit your holiday plans

Step by step

Itinerary

Day 1 - 08:002-3 hours

Theory Review & Knowledge Development

Review advanced diving concepts with your instructor at the dive center in North Chaweng.

Day 1 - 11:002-3 hours

Confined Water/Shallow Dives

Practice skills in shallow water or a controlled environment near Koh Samui.

Day 2 - 07:30Full day

Boat Trip to Dive Sites

Depart for full-day dive trips to Sail Rock, Chumphon Pinnacle, or Southwest Pinnacle via speedboat (60–90 min transit).

Day 2 - 09:006-8 hours (including surface intervals)

Adventure Dives 1–3

Complete 3 adventure dives (e.g., Deep Dive to 30m, Underwater Navigation, Peak Performance Buoyancy).

Day 3 - 07:306-8 hours

Adventure Dives 4–5 & Certification

Finalize remaining dives (e.g., Night Dive, Wreck Dive) and complete certification paperwork.

The fine print

What's included

Included

  • PADI Advanced Open Water manual (digital or physical)
  • All scuba diving equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, tanks, weights)
  • PADI certification fees
  • Speedboat transfers to dive sites
  • Lunch, snacks, and drinking water on dive days
  • Multilingual PADI instructor
  • Dive insurance under PADI Asia Pacific program
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off in Chaweng, Bophut, and Choeng Mon areas

Not included

  • VAT (7%) not included in listed price
  • Personal dive computer (available for rent)
  • Underwater camera rental
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips for crew/instructors

Before you go

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen (reef-safe)
  • Sunglasses and hat
  • Dive logbook (if available)
  • Certification card (if already Open Water certified)
  • Cash for optional rentals or tips

Heads up

Good to know

  • Minimum age: 12 years (12–14 year-olds earn Junior Advanced Open Water certification)
  • Prerequisite: PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)
  • Medical clearance may be required (diver medical form to be completed)
  • Dive sites are weather-dependent; alternatives may be offered
  • Non-swimmers cannot participate
  • Course can be completed in 2 days with eLearning (theory done online in advance)
  • Maximum depth: 30 meters (for Deep Dive adventure)
  • Group size: Maximum 4 divers per instructor
  • Operates 363 days/year (closed only on Jan 1 and April 13)

The details

Logistics

Meeting point
Discovery Divers Dive Center, Amari Koh Samui Resort, North Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
End point
Same as meeting point (or hotel drop-off)
Hotel pickup
Free pickup from hotels in Chaweng, Bophut, and Choeng Mon. Pickup time typically 07:30–08:00; exact time confirmed 24 hours prior.
Start times
07:30, 08:00
Operating days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Group size
Max 4
Min age
12
Age requirement
Minimum 12 years old. 12–14 year-olds receive Junior Advanced Open Water certification.
Fitness level
Good health and ability to swim 200m unaided. No serious medical conditions (e.g., heart/lung issues, epilepsy).
Languages
English, French, German, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Russian

If plans change

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before course start. Full refund if canceled due to weather (operator decision).

Book direct

฿12,990 THBper person
Duration
2–3 days
Level
moderate
Pickup
Free pickup from hotels in Chaweng, Bophut, and Choeng Mon. Pickup time typically 07:30–08:00; exact time confirmed 24 hours prior.
Cancel
Free cancellation
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