Open Water diving course and free time in Hurghada
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationRed Sea / Hurghada
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AgeFrom 10 - 80 years
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CO₂-Emissions31.7 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
Arabic
French
English
German
Russian
In a few words
Get started with scuba diving and gain independence with the Open Water Diver certification, the international standard for safely exploring the seabed . This progressive course combines theoretical learning , exercises in a confined environment , and initial dives in the sea.
You begin with the essential basics: understanding the environment, using the equipment , and safety rules. Quickly, practical exercises take over with supervised sessions to master technical skills and develop your comfort underwater. Dives in open water then allow you to refine your buoyancy and gain confidence in a fascinating underwater world.
Thanks to small groups , the coaching is personalized and adapts to your pace, with attentive instructors and clear teaching methods, facilitated by multilingual support.
Upon completion of the training, you will receive an internationally recognized certification, allowing you to dive to a depth of 18 meters .
An ideal immersive experience to discover new sensations, move in weightlessness and take a key step towards exploring the underwater world.
The highlights
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Small groups for personalized learning
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International and multilingual team
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An unforgettable underwater experience
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Sport
Level
Scuba diving
The expert's opinion
The Open Water Diver course is designed for beginners wishing to learn the basics of scuba diving.
No prior experience is necessary. Participants simply need to be at least 10 years old, know how to swim, be comfortable in the water, and be in good general physical condition. This course combines theory, exercises in a confined environment, and dives in open water to safely acquire essential skills.
In figures
Diving
- 2 average daily practices
- Maximum depth: 18 m
Management
Arabic
French
English
German
Russian
Our instructors are certified professionals with a passion for the underwater world. They possess extensive experience in diving and teaching, and adhere to international training standards to ensure safe, clear, and progressive learning.
Their goal is to support you at every stage of the course, taking the time to explain the exercises, answer your questions, and build your confidence underwater. Thanks to our teaching approach and small group sizes , each student receives personalized attention to progress at their own pace.
Our international team speaks French, English, German and Russian , allowing everyone to learn in the language they feel most comfortable with and to fully enjoy their training experience.
The Open Water Diver course is supervised by a certified and experienced instructor, guaranteeing progressive, safe learning adapted to each individual's pace.
The sessions take place in small groups in order to promote personalized follow-up, better mastery of the exercises and quality support throughout the training, both in the pool and in natural environments.
Program
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Arrival
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Arrival and check-in at your accommodation.
Day 1 -
Introduction and basic skills
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
Welcome to the dive center and program overview. You'll begin with the theory portion to understand the basics of diving: equipment operation, underwater communication, and safety rules. Then, your first session in a confined water environment will allow you to familiarize yourself with the equipment and practice basic skills (breathing, mask clearing, regulator recovery).
Our boat sails from 9am to 3-4pm. During the day, we do two dives and have lunch on board. Each day, we explore a different site (Ras Disha, Abu Ramada, Small Giftoun, Abu Hasheesh…).
Day 2 -
Improvement of exercises
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
This is a continuation of exercises in a confined environment to develop your comfort underwater and buoyancy control. You will also learn to manage different diving situations and to dive safely with your buddy.
Day 3 -
First deep dives
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 18 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You will apply the skills learned during the training while discovering the underwater world. Two supervised dives will allow you to gain confidence and observe marine life.
After skills validation, you will obtain your Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive up to 18 meters anywhere in the world.
Day 4 -
Independent stay
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Free time in the Red Sea
Days 5 to 7 -
Departure
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
At the end of your stay, you will vacate your room in the morning.
Day 8
Note
The program can be done partly in the pool and take a day depending on the progress and the instructor.
You can start the course whenever you want
Accommodation
Reach your dive center in just 5 minutes by car! Then enjoy the private beach and 5-star comfort of this exceptional resort.
Optimize your sea excursions: your diving center is only a 6-minute walk away! Then enjoy the private beach and 5-star comfort of this exceptional resort.
Access
The boat leaves and returns to the same point: the marina of the Continental Hotel, where our center is located.
The transfer drops you off at the entrance to the road that leads to the pier; it's a 2-minute walk before you're with us.
Go to the starting point
Our center is located within the Continental complex, which itself has a marina. Our center moved there a few years ago, and we recently redecorated and made some modifications for even greater comfort.
To reach us, you must go through the hotel's main entrance, tell the security staff you're here to see us (they're used to it and very friendly), and then walk to the entrance of the main building. On your left, there's a road with a barrier; follow it: our center is at the very end of the pier.
Our staff will welcome you from 8:00 am (before the boat departs) until 4:00 pm.
Price details
The price includes
- The complete equipment
- Taxes
- 2 dives per day
- The support of our instructors
- Lunch and drinks on board
- Transfers in the Hurghada area
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
The price does not include
- The guide, PADI certification and dive logbook (€100, payable on site)
- Transfers outside Hurghada (El Gouna, Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, Safaga, etc.)
- Flights
- The tourist tax
- The tourist tax
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
- Meals according to the chosen package
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- BCD
- Bottles
- Regulator
- Mask, snorkel and fins
- belts and weights
- Lunch and drinks
Equipment to bring
- sunscreen
- bath towel or poncho
Clothing to bring
- swimsuit
- cap/hat
- sweater/sweatshirt and scarf depending on the season
- sunglasses
