Overview
The PADI Advanced Open Water Course is a highly recommended follow up to your basic training. If you are planning to advance your training or you have been out of diving for a while and want to detailed refresher with a professional then PADI AOW is ideal.
You and your Instructor will complete 5 adventure dives plus a 6th fun dive over 3 days that build on your basic training and take you to the next level. You will increase your depth rating to 30m/100ft and learn essential navigation skills to help you get around dive sites easier and back to the exit point. This product is good for guests staying anyway near Tamarindo, Flamingo, Potrero, and Las Catalinas.
*This course requires you to sign up and learn in the PADI e-Learning system prior to or while you are in Costa Rica. The theory section has a $185 cost when you sign in in addition to the course fees published here. Please contact us for you virtual classroom link.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
All or additional diving equipment you may require
Snacks
Light Refreshments
PADI AOW Certification
PADI Instructor
Hotel Pick Up | Drop Off
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The Dive Center is located in the Car Park of BCR | Banco de Costa Rica, Playa Flamingo. This is 30 minutes north of Tamarindo. Please check how you will reach us before the day of your activity. Contact us if you need to use our shuttle bus.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
• Diving within 18 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to starting the course. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, Diabetes etc) may prevent you from diving.
• Suggest bringing a Towel, Sunscreen and Bug Spray
• Suggest bringing any necessary dietary requirements
What to expect
The PADI Advanced Open Water Course is a highly recommended follow up to your Open Water training. You and your Instructor will complete 5 adventure dives plus an additional fun dive over 3 days that build on your basic training and take you to the next level.
You will increase your depth rating to 30m/100ft and learn essential navigation skills to help you get around dive sites easier and back to your exit point. The knowledge development for this course is completed through e-learning.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Costa Rica).
Additional Information
- Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive and or start a new level of training.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about PADI Advanced Open Water Course
Can I cancel PADI Advanced Open Water Course for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 days.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
The Dive Center is located in the Car Park of BCR | Banco de Costa Rica, Playa Flamingo. This is 30 minutes north of Tamarindo. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- All or additional diving equipment you may require
- Snacks
- Light Refreshments
- PADI AOW Certification
- PADI Instructor
What's not included?
- Hotel Pick Up | Drop Off
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Scuba Dive Costa Rica
