Achieve your PADI OPEN WATER DIVER certification.

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3 days (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Greek, Dutch, Russian

Overview

No prior diving experience is required to start the diving course.
PADI Open Water is the worlds most popular and widely recognised diving certification.
Acquire a lifetime diving licence upto a depth of 18 metres.
Minimum age of just 10 years old. Ask about our family packages!
Latchi Dive Centre goes the extra mile, confined dives are mainly done in the famous Blue Lagoon. Our dives are normally done by boat (weather dependent). Most centres will do confined in a pool & open water dives by shore.
We are very lucky to have the unspoiled Akamas National Park coastline on our doorstep, giving you the opportunity to take in the picturesque views both above & under the water.
The majority of the year we have visibility of 30-40 metres!

Take advantage of our 5 star IDC Dive Centre & all the above by achieving your PADI Open Water Dive Course with us.
Our instructors are very experienced, friendly & adaptable, ensuring your safety and making sure you feel comfortable at all times.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • E-Manual
  • Certification costs
  • Towels
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can pick you up from the local area or arrange a taxi if required.

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E713
Poli Crysochous 8820, Cyprus

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What To Expect

Our PADI OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE is run over 3 days.

Day 1 - Equipment Set up and Confined Water Training:
Meet your instructor and complete a small amount of paperwork before heading to the dive centre to learn about the equipment. Then you will practice a variety of scuba diving diving skills in a confined water environment (either a pool or a calm shallow bay).

Day 2 - Open Water dives 1 and 2:
Diving from the shore! Time to apply the skills you have learnt into an open water environment, take in the underwater scenery & have fun.

Day 3- Open Water Dives 3 & 4:
Explore our dive sites along the beautiful Akamas coastline by boat! Complete the last of your skills and dive to a maximum of 18 metres.

The approximate timings for each day are 8:30am - 2pm.

You will be sent the e-manual before your course starts, giving you the opportunity to run through the theory in the comfort of your home before joining us!

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Achieve your PADI OPEN WATER DIVER certification.?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-31240P38

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • E-Manual
  • Certification costs
  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • Log Book
  • Towels

Additional Info

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EEST).
  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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