PADI Open Water Diver Course — Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay & Safaga
Your first breath underwater begins here — earn the world's most recognized scuba certification in the Red Sea.
The PADI Open Water Diver Course is the globally recognized entry-level certification that opens the underwater world to beginners with no prior diving experience required. Conducted across three days in the warm, clear waters of the Egyptian Red Sea, this course blends classroom theory, confined water practice, and real open water dives into a structured learning journey.
The Red Sea coastline around Hurghada — including El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, and Safaga — offers some of the most beginner-friendly dive conditions in the world, with exceptional visibility, calm currents, and thriving coral reef ecosystems. These qualities make it an ideal environment to develop foundational dive skills under the supervision of PADI-certified instructors.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a PADI Open Water Diver certification that is valid for life and recognized by dive centers in every corner of the world. This certification allows independent diving to a maximum depth of 18 meters and serves as the gateway to all advanced PADI courses.
Course Highlights
Earn the most widely accepted scuba diving certification in the world, valid for life with no renewal required.
Train in the Red Sea, renowned for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and excellent year-round visibility.
Complete PADI eLearning theory at your own pace before or during the course, supported by certified instructors.
All confined water training sessions take place in a controlled, supervised environment to build confidence safely.
Conduct four open water dives on genuine reef sites, putting your new skills to use in a real marine environment.
Flexible pickup from multiple Red Sea resort areas including El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, and Safaga.
Course Itinerary
Begin with PADI knowledge development covering dive theory, equipment basics, and safety principles. Move into the confined water environment to practice core skills including regulator use, mask clearing, and buoyancy control.
Complete remaining confined water exercises to refine essential techniques. Transition to the open water for your first two supervised reef dives, applying skills learned in a real underwater setting.
Complete the final two open water dives to demonstrate dive proficiency. Upon successful assessment, your PADI Open Water Diver certification is submitted and issued, valid worldwide for life.
What Is Included
Included
- PADI Open Water Diver course fees and certification registration
- All diving equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, tank)
- Boat trips for open water dive sessions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, and Safaga
- PADI-certified instructor throughout the full course
- Lunch and refreshments on dive days
Not Included
- PADI eLearning materials (if not purchased in advance)
- Underwater photos or videos
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Important Information
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Secure your place on the PADI Open Water Diver Course and take your first steps into the underwater world of the Red Sea. Spaces are limited — book early to guarantee your preferred dates.
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