Advanced Open Water

The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course at The Dive Academy Samui is designed to significantly expand your underwater capabilities beyond the foundational Open Water Diver certification. This program consists of five specialized adventure dives, with two core dives being mandatory: Deep Diving and Underwater Navigation. The Deep Dive will introduce you to the physiological and equipment considerations for diving safely to depths between 18 and 30 meters, a key skill for exploring more advanced sites. Underwater Navigation hones your ability to plan and execute dives using compasses and natural references, ensuring you can confidently navigate any dive site.

Beyond the mandatory dives, you will select three additional adventure dives tailored to your interests and the abundant opportunities available in the rich waters surrounding Koh Samui. Popular choices include Night Diving, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Wreck Diving, Drift Diving, and Underwater Photography, all of which can be readily completed with The Dive Academy Samui. This course allows you to achieve a maximum certified depth of 30 meters, unlocking access to a wider array of dive sites and marine environments. It serves as a vital stepping stone towards further PADI training, such as the Rescue Diver course.

This comprehensive program includes transfers, expert instruction from a PADI instructor, dive insurance, all necessary scuba equipment, and onboard amenities like lunch and drinks. Transportation to dive sites is provided via speedboat, ensuring efficient and comfortable access to the best locations. The Dive Academy Samui also offers PADI eLearning for the knowledge development sections, allowing for flexible study before or during your trip. The price for this advanced training is 14,200 THB.

Completing the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course with The Dive Academy Samui means you are ready to explore deeper reefs, discover shipwrecks, and experience the underwater world with enhanced confidence and skill. The academy operates with PADI certification, a globally recognized standard for diver training. While specific monthly climate data is not provided, the tropical waters of Koh Samui generally offer excellent diving conditions year-round, with visibility often exceeding 20 meters and water temperatures typically ranging from 28-30°C, making it an ideal location for advanced diver training.