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Boats fill and courses cap out, so the good three-day dive trips go weeks ahead. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ.
Review of Dubai’s 3-day PADI Open Water course, with costs, training details, schedules, instructors, value, and booking advice.
“Fantastic few days learning to dive with the Nemo Diving Centre with some very experienced instructors (especially Hasan) who were incredibly patient and attentive throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed learning new skills as the instructors foRead more”
Earn a PADI Open Water license in three days on Koh Chang, with pool training, four reef outings, equipment, meals, and hotel transfers.
“We picked BB Divers for our Open Water Diver certificate and we couldn't be happier. Our first day of theory and pool practice took place in Cliff cottage restaurant, which is located in an incredible environment, with cozy seating options, dRead more”
Earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification in three days on Koh Tao, with four sea sessions, equipment, training, and a logbook.
“What a unique experience! My instructor was Dominik Maier who was an equally hilarious yet stern when needed teacher. I was very nervous at certain points as I have never scuba dived before, and he was able to calm both myself anRead more”
Learn what to expect from Hurghada’s three-day PADI course, including training, costs, transport, reef time, and practical booking advice.
“Be aware that you have to pay additional 115€ to get the PADI certificate. There was no lunch for all of the 3 days (nothing was prepared or offered). On the last day the taxi brought me to the wrong place (I almost got registered to a boat dive) but got help to get to the right place. The PADI E-Learning access, which is needed contains the theoretical Exam, was only given after day 1. It should take at least 10 hours (if done correctly, reading and listening to all material) and I had to rush to all the questions and skip most of the material in order to be…”
Learn safe freediving in Nusa Penida with a small group, expert instruction, equipment, certification, and underwater photos.
“Wonderful experience! We did Wave 1 course with Sabli who is a fantastic instructor. Everything was super clear, gear was good quality and course was very well organised. Comparing to other Freediving courses this one is superior! Strongly recommend!”
Review of Koh Samui’s 3-day PADI Open Water course, with pool training, four boat sessions, costs, safety tips, and who should book.
“Had a very good experience, and I would say everyone with other dive leaders was too. New/ fast boats, fluent English and other languages, good lunch and well organised from pick up to drop off.”
Learn safe scuba skills on a 3-day PADI course from Surfers Paradise, with boat transport, gear, instructors, and lifetime certification.
“It was great!! Ryan is a great instructor super calm for beginners.”
Review of Pro Dive Cairns’ 3-day Great Barrier Reef liveaboard, with 11 scuba sessions, 19 sites, meals, costs, and practical tips.
“Had the best time with pro dive cairns. We also got offered extra courses on the live a board which was an unexpected bonus. Great staff awesome food and fun people to hang out with. Not to mention the great dive sites too!”
Train for your PADI Open Water license in Dubai with indoor pool sessions, beach practice, expert instruction, gear, and flexible scheduling.
“DiveCampus Diving Club - Dubai is truly a 5-star dive center! The entire team is incredibly friendly, and our instructor Sara was amazing. She was very informative, patient, and passionate about teaching, making sure we understood everything.”
Learn scuba skills in three days with Bali Diving Academy, including pool training, four ocean sessions, transport, equipment, and PADI certification.
“Ask for Benny Wiratno Bunadji as an instructor, he was very easygoing, but professional. His english is very good, and learning with him was quick and easy. He was friendly and took my preferences into consideration, recommending betteRead more”
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