Course Overview

Why stop at the beginning? The PADI Open Water + Advanced Open Water Combo is the ultimate “Zero to Hero” package for new divers. In just one week, you will transform from a complete non-diver into a confident, skilled diver certified to explore depths of up to *30 meters (100 feet)*. Taking these courses back-to-back is the best way to learn, as you immediately reinforce your new skills under the guidance of our instructors. Plus, you save money by booking them together!

What you’ll learn

You will complete a total of **9 training dives** over the course of the week. The curriculum covers:

  • Fundamental Skills: Mask clearing, buoyancy control, and emergency procedures
  • Deep Diving: Safely planning and executing dives to 30 meters
  • Navigation: Using a compass and natural landmarks to find your way
  • Equipment Setup: Assembling and managing your own scuba gear
  • Specialty Skills: Introduction to Night, Drift, or Wreck diving (elective)

Course Prerequisites

  • 1
    Minimum age: 10 years old (Junior) or 15 years old (Adult)
  • 2

    Able to swim 200 meters (any stroke) and float for 10 minutes

  • 3

    Good physical health (medical questionnaire required)

  • 4

    No prior scuba experience needed!

Course Curriculum

Open Water Diver (Days 1-3)

Goal: Learn the basics and get your first certification (18m depth).

Confined Water

Master the basic skills in shallow water (mask clearing, regulator recovery).

4 Open Water Dives

Head out to the ocean to demonstrate your new skills and explore the reef!

Advanced Open Water (Days 4-5)

Goal: Extend your depth limit to 30m and have fun!

5 Adventure Dives

*Mandatory:* Deep Dive (30m) & Underwater Navigation
*Elective:* Choose 3 more (e.g., Night, Drift, Peak Performance Buoyancy)

Certification

Upon completion, you will be a certified PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, qualified to dive up to 30 meters worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Not at all! In fact, many students find it easier. The “Advanced” course is very practical (no exams, minimal reading), so it feels like a fun extension of your Open Water training. It’s the perfect way to solidify your skills while they are still fresh.

Yes! You will first be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver, and then a few days later, you will earn your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification. You will receive digital cards (eCards) for both.

After completing the Combo, you will be certified to dive to **30 meters (100 feet)**. This is a huge advantage over the basic Open Water certification, which limits you to 18 meters, as many of the best dive sites in the world are deeper than 18m.

The full Open Water + Advanced Open Water combo typically takes **5 to 6 days**. We recommend planning for at least 6 days to allow for some rest and relaxation in between.

Yes, and we highly recommend it! You can complete the PADI eLearning for both courses at home before your trip. This saves you valuable holiday time so you can spend more time in the water and less time in the classroom.

PADI OW+AOW Combo Semporna

Package Price:

Original price was: RM1,588.00.Current price is: RM388.00.

76% Off

  • Groups

1:4

  • Lessons

Nitrox Theory & Skills

  • Duration

1 Day

  • Quiz

Knowledge Reviews

  • Level

Continuing Education

  • Certification

PADI

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