Advanced Open Water

The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Rayong Dive Center is your next step to expanding your underwater horizons. Building directly on your Open Water Diver skills, this program is designed to introduce you to new diving activities and techniques. You will complete five specialty dives, including the essential Deep Dive and Underwater Navigation dives. The remaining three dives can be chosen from a variety of exciting options, allowing you to tailor the course to your interests. This course certifies you to dive to depths of up to 30 meters.

Rayong Dive Center utilizes local dive sites that offer diverse environments perfect for developing advanced skills. These sites provide opportunities to practice refined buoyancy control, improve your underwater navigation techniques, and gain confidence in various diving conditions. The PADI certification you will receive is recognized globally, opening up more dive sites and experiences for you.

The Deep Dive component focuses on understanding the physiological effects of diving deeper and learning how to plan and execute dives safely to a maximum of 30 meters. The Underwater Navigation dive sharpens your compass skills and natural navigation abilities, ensuring you can confidently find your way around any dive site. These core dives are fundamental for any diver looking to progress beyond the basic certification.

This course is an excellent opportunity to discover new aspects of diving, such as wreck exploration, night diving, or drift diving, depending on the options available and your preferences. Each specialty dive offers a focused introduction, potentially leading you to pursue further PADI Specialty Diver certifications. The flexibility in dive selection ensures that your advanced training is both educational and personally rewarding, enhancing your overall enjoyment of scuba diving.