Advanced Open Water

The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Divinguru is the essential next step for certified Open Water divers seeking to expand their underwater capabilities and confidence. This program involves completing five PADI Adventure Dives, with Underwater Navigation and Deep Diving being mandatory components. These core dives are crucial for developing self-reliance and understanding the physiological aspects of diving deeper. The remaining three Adventure Dives are selected from a diverse range of specialties based on your interests, allowing for personalized exploration and skill development.

During the Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive, you will master techniques for planning and executing underwater routes using a compass and dive planning tools, significantly enhancing your ability to explore independently. The Deep Diving Adventure Dive focuses on planning and executing dives to depths between 18 and 30 meters (60-100 feet), providing critical knowledge on managing the physiological effects and safety considerations associated with deeper environments. This training is directly aligned with the PADI Advanced Open Water certification standard, which permits dives up to 30 meters.

Divinguru offers a variety of Adventure Dive options to tailor the course to your interests, including Wreck Diving, Night Diving, Drift Diving, Underwater Photography, and Peak Performance Buoyancy. Your PADI-certified instructors will guide you through the specific skills and knowledge required for each chosen specialty, utilizing the rich dive sites available in locations such as Nilaveli or Trincomalee. This hands-on approach ensures you gain practical experience and discover new facets of the underwater world.

This course is designed to build upon your existing Open Water skills, allowing you to try different types of diving and gain valuable experience. Upon successful completion, you will be certified to dive to a maximum depth of 30 meters (100 feet), opening up a wider array of dive sites and advanced diving activities worldwide. Divinguru provides this advanced training under the globally recognized PADI certification system, ensuring your skills are recognized internationally.