Advanced Open Water

Elevate your scuba diving capabilities with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course at Sawasdee Divers, a PADI 5-Star CDC located in Ao Nang. This course is the natural progression for certified Open Water Divers eager to expand their underwater horizons. You will complete five distinct adventure dives, including the essential deep dive and underwater navigation specialties, alongside three other dives tailored to your interests and the local marine environment. The curriculum is designed to build confidence and enhance your diving skills, preparing you for a wider range of dive sites and conditions worldwide.

Sawasdee Divers leverages its prime location to offer practical training at local dive sites, providing exposure to diverse underwater topography and marine life. While specific site details are best discussed with your instructor, the region is known for its vibrant coral formations and varied aquatic species. The course typically spans two days, allowing ample time for both theoretical understanding and practical application of advanced diving techniques. Participants must be at least 12 years old and in good health to enroll.

This PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification unlocks new possibilities, including the ability to dive deeper, up to 30 meters (100 feet), and to explore more challenging environments. Skills honed during the course include precise buoyancy control, effective deep dive planning, and sophisticated underwater navigation. Optional adventure dives can introduce you to wreck diving, night diving, or drift diving, depending on availability and suitability, further broadening your diving repertoire.

Included in your course fee are all necessary PADI materials, full equipment rental, and certification. Sawasdee Divers also enhances your experience with complimentary hotel pick-up in the Ao Nang area, lunch, and drinking water during dive days. For added convenience, PADI eLearning allows you to complete the academic portion online before your arrival, maximizing your time in the water. This course is a significant step towards the PADI Master Scuba Diver rating.