The world's most popular entry-level scuba certification. Three days, four open-water dives, and a lifetime license to dive independently anywhere in the world.
Duration
5 sessions of 2.5 hours, spread over 3 days
Experience Level
Beginner
Max Depth
18 meters (60 ft)
$235 USD Deposit to reserve
Pay the rest on the day of the excursion
What makes this excursion special
World's most popular scuba certification
Dive independently with a buddy after certification
Complete theory online with PADI eLearning
Four open-water dives on real reefs and wrecks
Certification never expires
Recognized worldwide
Our PADI Open Water Diver Course is the most popular entry-level scuba certification and your passport to underwater adventure. Over 3 exciting days, you'll combine online learning, confined water training, and 4 open water dives in Punta Cana's beautiful Caribbean waters. Once certified, you can dive independently with a buddy to 18 meters (60 ft) anywhere in the world.
The PADI eLearning platform makes your theory training easy and flexible. You can complete the knowledge portion online on your Apple or Android device before you even arrive in Punta Cana, freeing up more of your vacation time for actual diving.
Your first day starts with a theory review alongside your instructor, followed by an introduction to scuba equipment. You'll then move to a confined water environment for training in small groups, ensuring personalized attention and a comfortable learning experience. You'll practice using scuba gear, controlling your buoyancy, clearing your mask, and responding to common underwater situations.
The highlight of your training is four open water dives on stunning reefs and wrecks. Skills are spread out over all four dives so you can spend most of your time exploring Punta Cana's marine life — from colorful tropical fish to majestic sea turtles.
The PADI Open Water Diver certification is recognized worldwide and never expires. Whether you're planning future dive vacations, joining local dive clubs, or advancing to specialties like wreck diving or night diving, this course is your gateway to a lifetime of underwater exploration.
What you might encounter underwater
Coral reefs
Sea turtles
Tropical reef fish
Moray eels
Stingrays
Octopus
All gear is included with your excursion
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Common questions about this excursion
The PADI Open Water Diver course in Punta Cana normally takes 3 days to complete and includes knowledge development, confined water training, and open water dives.
After certification, PADI Open Water Divers can dive to a maximum depth of 18 meters (60 ft) with a buddy, following safe diving practices and local conditions.
The minimum age for the PADI Open Water Diver course is 10 years old.
No. Discover Scuba Diving is not required before Open Water. Many students start directly with the PADI Open Water Diver course.
Yes. The PADI Open Water Diver certification is recognized internationally and allows you to dive with a buddy around the world within the certification limits.
$235 USD Deposit to reserve
Pay the rest on the day of the excursion
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