Open Water Diver

The PADI Open Water Diver course, offered by Centro de Buceo El Bajón in La Restinga, provides the foundational scuba certification. This comprehensive package includes both the certification course and accommodation, simplifying your learning experience. You will complete all necessary theory, confined water skills, and four open water dives to achieve your PADI Open Water Diver certification. The course is conducted within the protected waters of the Mar de Las Calmas marine reserve, known for its excellent conditions and marine life. The proximity of the locally-sourced apartments to the dive center and harbor minimizes travel time, maximizing your time in the water.

El Hierro's waters offer a consistent diving environment, with sea temperatures averaging around 20.7°C, making it suitable for diving year-round. The marine reserve is renowned for its biodiversity, providing opportunities to encounter a variety of marine species during your training dives. The clear waters and protected nature of the Mar de Las Calmas ensure a safe and engaging environment for new divers to practice their skills. This location provides an ideal setting to gain confidence and enjoyment in your first underwater adventures.

Centro de Buceo El Bajón is a PADI-certified dive center, ensuring that your training meets global standards. The center offers instruction in multiple languages, including German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, and Russian, catering to a diverse range of international students. This multilingual approach ensures that you can fully understand all aspects of your training. The instructors are experienced locals who possess intimate knowledge of the dive sites within the Mar de Las Calmas.

This combined course and accommodation package is designed for convenience and immersion. It typically includes course materials, certification fees, and several nights of accommodation, allowing you to focus entirely on becoming a certified diver. The duration of the package is structured to allow ample time for course completion and some exploration of El Hierro's unique natural beauty. It represents a cost-effective and streamlined way to gain a globally recognized diving certification while experiencing the local culture and environment.