PADI Open Water Diver Course in Hurghada
Ready to start your underwater journey? Our Open Water Diver Course in Hurghada is the world’s most popular and widely recognized scuba certification. Over 2–3 exciting days, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and experience to explore the underwater world with safety and fun. Whether you're a complete beginner or someone who’s been dreaming about diving for years, this course is the perfect first step into the underwater world. With warm Red Sea waters and expert instructors, Hurghada is the ideal place to get certified.
Who Can Join the Open Water Diver Course?
Anyone aged 10 and above in good physical health. No prior diving experience is required — just bring your enthusiasm!
Open Water Course Breakdown
- 📘 PADI eLearning (6–8 hours at your own pace)
- 🤹 Confined Water Dives: Learn basic scuba skills in shallow water
- 🌊 Open Water Dives: Four dives in the Red Sea to apply your knowledge
Where Does the Open Water Diver Course Take Place?
Training takes place from our dive boat or at the house reef — depending on daily weather conditions and logistics.
What’s Included in the Open Water Diver Course?
- ✔️ 4 Open Water dives with a certified instructor
- ✔️ Full set of diving equipment
- ✔️ PADI eLearning & Certification
- ✔️ Marine park fees
- ✔️ Transfers and boat access
- ✔️ All taxes and service charges
Comprehensive Technical Overview of the Open Water Diver Course
Our Open Water Diver Course is carefully structured to provide you with a deep understanding of scuba diving, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical skills. This balanced approach ensures you develop the confidence and competence needed for safe and enjoyable dives.
- Theoretical Training: You will begin with in-depth theory sessions covering vital topics such as the physics of diving, including how water pressure affects the body; dive planning with tables and computers; understanding decompression limits; marine environment awareness; and essential safety protocols. At the end of this section, a knowledge review quiz ensures you grasp all the concepts before moving forward.
- Confined Water Skills: Practical sessions in a controlled, shallow water environment allow you to master foundational scuba skills. These include proper breathing techniques, mask clearing, regulator recovery, buoyancy control using your BCD (Buoyancy Control Device), underwater communication signals, and emergency response drills. These skills build your comfort and confidence under the water.
- Open Water Dives: The course includes four open water dives, typically conducted at various sites such as from a dive boat or near the house reef. These dives take you to depths of up to 18 meters (60 feet), where you apply your learned skills in real conditions. Each dive has specific objectives, such as navigation, controlled ascents and descents, and emergency exercises, preparing you for diverse underwater scenarios.
- Diving Equipment: You will use modern, well-maintained equipment including regulators, tanks, masks, fins, wetsuits, and BCDs. Training covers equipment assembly, correct usage, maintenance tips, and troubleshooting common issues, ensuring you can rely on your gear for safety and comfort.
- Health & Fitness Requirements: Diving requires a reasonable level of physical fitness. Participants must be in good health, able to swim comfortably, and complete a medical questionnaire to identify any conditions that may affect their safety underwater. This step is crucial to ensure a safe diving experience.
- Certification & Progression: Upon successful completion, you receive the internationally recognized PADI Open Water Diver certification. This credential allows you to dive worldwide to depths of 18 meters and serves as a foundation for advancing to specialty courses and professional levels in scuba diving.
Incorporating these detailed technical elements into your understanding of the Open Water Diver Course will not only prepare you physically and mentally but also increase your confidence in the training process. This comprehensive preparation is key to enjoying a safe and thrilling underwater adventure.
Why Choose DiveTribe Hurghada?
- 🏆 5-star rated dive center with experienced PADI instructors
- 🚤 Modern boats and quality diving gear
- 🌴 Flexible scheduling and small group sizes
- 💬 Support in English, Arabic, German, and more
Pricing
€300 – Practical training & 4 dives
€100 – eLearning access & PADI certification
Total: €400 – All inclusive (No hidden fees)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the course take?
The course is typically completed over 2 to 3 days, depending on student progress and weather conditions.
What certification will I receive?
You will receive the PADI Open Water Diver certification, which allows you to dive up to 18 meters worldwide.
Do I need to be a good swimmer?
Basic swimming skills are required. You don’t need to be an expert swimmer, just comfortable in the water.
What should I bring?
Just your swimsuit, towel, and positive energy! We provide all necessary diving equipment.
What if I want to continue my training?
Great choice! Check out our
Advanced Open Water Diver Course
to continue your diving journey.
