Referral Open Water Diver

You started with Confined Water Training already? No problem - finish your PADI Course and do 4 Open Water Dives in El Nido.

Already started your PADI Open Water Diver course elsewhere? With the referral option, you can complete your training and certification in El Nido. This program is perfect if you’ve finished your eLearning and confined water skills at home, and now want to enjoy your open water dives in the tropical waters of Bacuit Bay.

Here’s what to expect:

Confined water check dive on Day 1 to confirm your skills.
4 open water dives across 2 days, exploring El Nido’s reefs and marine life.
Direct certification as a PADI Open Water Diver upon completion.

Duration: 2 Days Training (7.30am - 3pm)

Ratio: 1:2

Age: +12 Years

Equipment: Full Gear & Dive Computer incl.

Theorie: already completed

₱17.900

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Day before Training

Mandatory orientation 3–4pm at the dive shop
Paperwork
Equipment fitting
Course briefing and payment

Day 1 (7:30am–3:00pm)

8am boat departure
Confined water check dive
Open Water Dives 1 + 2 (max depth 12m)

Day 2 (7:30am–3:00pm)

8am boat departure
Open Water Dives 3 + 4 (max depth 18m)

Certification: If all requirements are met, you’ll be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver with worldwide recognition.
⚠️ Important: Minimum 18 hours no-fly time after your last dive.

Swimwear (to wear under your wetsuit)
Towel & dry bag for personal items
Sun protection: reef-safe sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Rain protection: light jacket or poncho (weather can change quickly)
GoPro: during your training it should stay on board. But we can assist you to take some nice memory footage. Or you can higher a private Photographer.
Reusable water bottle (refills available on board)
Breakfast: not included — please eat before arrival. We provide coffee, water, snacks, and lunch on board.

Deposit to confirm booking: ₱5,000 (non-refundable).
Balance due on arrival (cash PHP/EUR/USD, Wise, Revolut, PayPal/credit card +6%).
Re-booking possible: ₱1,000 per person/day, subject to availability.
If a participant begins the course but cannot continue (for example due change of mind, sea sickness or not meeting required skills), the daily training fee for each boat day will still be charged in full.
Cancellations, late arrivals, or illness: deposits are non-refundable.
Extra training day: ₱5,400/day (if needed).
We recommend having a personal travel insurance.