Choose the eLearning option and study from home. You will start directly with the pool and the next day you will be a certified diver! PADI offers a variety of home study materials for the Open Water Diver course. You can study when and wherever you want and arrive to our diving center ready to start the training. PADI’s Open Water Diver materials cover what you need to know about basic scuba diving skills, terminology and safety procedures. For each concept you’ll read a description and watch a video demonstration. Then you’ll jump in the pool or pool like environment to practice these skills with your instructor. Later, as a certified diver, use the course materials as a reference guide for future diving adventures and to review what you learned.

All the equipment you will need is included in your course. You’ll use all the basic scuba gear including a mask, snorkel and fins, a buoyancy compensating device BCD that also carries your scuba tank, a scuba regulator to breathe from, a weight system, a wetsuit, and instrumentation to monitor depth and air supply.

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Earning your Open Water certification gives you the freedom to dive anywhere in the world, discover incredible marine life, and immerse yourself in the underwater world. It’s an exciting journey that boosts your confidence, enriches your travels, and unlocks endless diving adventures!

Open Water PADI "Deluxe" in PDC & Cozumel

Scuba divingCoursesPlaya del CarmenBeginner

3 Days
Dune Playa del Carmen, Mexico
1 Pool, 4 Dives
First Time/Begginer
10

Open Water Deluxe PADI Course

PADI Open Water Deluxe Course - Become a Certified Diver in 3 Days

Want to become a certified diver? The PADI Open Water Deluxe course is the perfect solution for you! In just 3 days, you’ll go from novice to certified diver, with dives in the crystal-clear waters of Playa del Carmen and the marine park of Cozumel. This format allows you to maximize your experience and dive in exceptional sites while learning in a safe and guided environment.

Why choose a 3-day course with two dives in Playa and two in Cozumel? In just 3 days, you’ll have the unique opportunity to discover two of the best dive sites in the world. Experience an unforgettable adventure:

Playa del Carmen : The calmer waters of Playa del Carmen make it the ideal spot for your first dives. You’ll begin with easy dives to get comfortable with the underwater environment, enjoying excellent visibility and vibrant coral reefs.

Cozumel: The second part of the course takes you to Cozumel, famous for its crystal-clear waters and spectacular marine life. Cozumel’s protected and diverse marine park offers a more advanced dive, where you’ll encounter turtles, eagle rays, and tropical fish while enjoying exceptional visibility.

Become a PADI Certified Diver The PADI Open Water Diver course is designed to take you step by step from a beginner to a certified diver, with dives down to 18 meters. Upon completion of the course, you’ll earn an internationally recognized certification that is valid for life, opening doors to dive all over the world up to a depth of 18 meters.

The Program in Detail:

Day 1: Theoretical and practical sessions in Playa del Carmen, with dives to familiarize yourself with the basics of diving. Progress is tailored to your pace, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.

Day 2: Two dives on the reefs of Playa del Carmen, putting into practice everything you learned the day before.

Day 3: Dives in the Cozumel marine park, where you’ll test your newly acquired skills in ideal conditions.

Why is this experience unique?

A fast and complete immersion: Learn to dive in two iconic sites in just 3 days.

A stunning setting: Enjoy white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters in the Riviera Maya while diving in protected, ecologically rich sites.

Flexibility and comfort: The course is designed so that you learn quickly without feeling rushed, with professional guidance every step of the way.

Come and live this unique adventure in one of the most beautiful diving regions in the world!

Program and Schedule :

PADI Open Water Diver with e-Learning: 3 DAYS.

The first day, we meet you at our dive center at 8:00 am, and you will do the exercises from the 5 chapters in this pool session.
On the second day, you will do the open water dives 1 and 2 in the afternoon in Playa del Carmen. Meeting at 12:00pm at the dive center to get everything ready.
On day 3, start in the morning with open water dives 3 and 4 in Cozumel marine park! You will need to take the 8am ferry from Playa del Carmen or meet us at the dive center in Cozumel at 9am.

Dive sites

Our staff members

Omar

Driver & Tankero

Omar Molina, originally from La Venta, Tabasco, assisting with dive equipment maintenance, store support, and customer transportation. Always with a smile, he strives to provide a comfortable and safe experience for every visitor. Passionate about video games and sports, he enjoys the dynamic environment at Dune. He dreams of becoming a dive instructor or a tour driver and learns something new every day to get closer to his goal.

Killian

Instructor

Killian is from Bordeaux, France, where it’s too cold to work during the winter. After a couple of months in Playa del Carmen, he’s enjoying the warm weather and the lively diving scene. With 4 years of experience as an instructor, he’s also a lifeguard and has studied English literature. A CMAS, PADI, and SSI instructor, Killian loves exploring rocks and cenotes. He speaks English, French, and is learning Spanish to better connect with the local community and divers.

Lucio

Instructor

Lucio Velasco Tadeo, originally from Oaxaca, has lived in Playa del Carmen for 19 years. He is a Catamaran Instructor and Windsurf Instructor, and started diving in 2004, becoming a certified instructor in 2009. In addition to his passion for water sports, he is a certified lifeguard and speaks some German and English. His dedication and experience in the water make him an excellent guide for those looking to explore the sea safely and enjoyably.

Vicente

Capitan de la Lady Claire

Vicente, our boat captain, is much more than just a sailor: he’s the true guardian of the oceans! With a smile as wide as the horizon and humor as refreshing as a sea breeze, he watches over our vessels with the discipline of a captain. When he's not navigating through the waves, he reminds us that the oceans aren’t trash bins and that even a small action matters in protecting them. In short, with Vicente at the helm, we feel safe, but always ready to laugh and discover the wonders of the sea!

Camille

Director General Dune Mexico

Camille Laquerrière has been passionate about the ocean since childhood and serves as the General Manager and Course Director of Dune Mexico Blue Dream. With over 20 years of experience as a diving instructor in the Riviera Maya, he has certified more than 5,500 divers, including over 1,500 PADI professionals. In 2008, he became a Course Director, reinforcing his commitment to quality dive training. Since 2018, Camille has been part of Dune Mexico as a Course Director and technical diving trainer, before taking over as General Manager in July 2020. Beyond diving, he is also passionate about travel and wildlife photography, constantly seeking to capture the beauty of the natural world. His dedication to excellence and love for diving make Camille an invaluable asset to our center, ensuring unforgettable underwater experiences for our clients.

What is included?

Instruction by a multilingual PADI scuba diving instructor
The PADI Open Water Diver manual or access to online e-learning
Knowledge development
Confined water skills practice
Diving equipment
PADI Open Water certification fees
Water and fruit
Open water practice with 2 dives at 2 different sites in Cozumel
Open water practice with 2 dives at 2 different sites in Playa Del Carmen

What is not included?

Photos and Videos
Transfer from your hotel
Lunch
Ferry tickets

On-site exploration

Box Fish

The boxfish is a uniquely shaped fish with a boxy, armored body covered in hexagonal plates. Often found near coral reefs, they are slow swimmers but fascinating to watch as they hover and forage for food. With their vibrant colors and gentle nature, boxfish are a captivating addition to any underwater encounter.

Lobster

Lobsters are fascinating crustaceans often spotted on night dives, hiding in crevices along coral reefs. Known for their long antennae and vibrant coloring, these creatures are skilled at navigating the reef’s rocky terrain. Observing a lobster’s graceful movements and unique features is always a memorable experience underwater.

Moray eel

A snakelike fish, the moray eel is a shy creature that does not completely show itself. Hidden away in rocks and corals and with a body measuring up to 3 metres in length, it is only very rarely seen. From between the rocky walls, it lashes out to attack its prey at lightning speed, trapping it between its serrated jaws.

Stingray

Stingrays are graceful, flat-bodied fish commonly found gliding along sandy bottoms in warm coastal waters. Known for their distinctive shape and long, slender tails, they are generally gentle creatures that pose little threat to humans. Often seen during dives, stingrays can be mesmerizing as they effortlessly navigate the ocean floor, searching for food like mollusks and crustaceans.

Q&A

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Open Water PADI "Deluxe" in PDC & Cozumel

Open Water Deluxe PADI Course

PADI Open Water Deluxe Course - Become a Certified Diver in 3 Days

Program and Schedule :

Dive sites

Our staff members

What is included?

What is included?

What is not included?

On-site exploration

Box Fish

Lobster

Moray eel

Turtle

Stingray

Nurse Shark

Q&A

What materials are included?

Questions about the price?

Why should I get my PADI Open Water certification?

Need help ?

Contact an advisor by phone

Or request a free quote!