Advanced Open Water training and free time in Hurghada
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationRed Sea / Hurghada
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AgeFrom 10 - 89 years
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CO₂-Emissions22.16 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
Arabic
English
French
Russian
German
In a few words
Take your diving to the next level with the Advanced Open Water Diver certification, an essential step to gain independence and enhance your underwater skills. Guided by experienced instructors , you'll complete several adventure dives at diverse sites, perfect for exploration and progression.
With each dive, you'll improve your buoyancy , learn underwater navigation , and be introduced to deep diving up to 30 meters. Each outing is an opportunity to explore different environments and observe diverse marine life in optimal conditions.
The training program skillfully combines technical learning and enjoyment, with a progressive pace that promotes a smooth skills development process. Small groups ensure personalized support and close interaction with your instructor.
Accessible and comprehensive, this course is designed for divers who want to progress while enjoying rich and varied experiences. An ideal immersion to boost your confidence and broaden your underwater horizons in an exceptional setting.
The highlights
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Explore new underwater adventures
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Professional coaching in small groups
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An international team at your service
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Sport
Level
Scuba diving
The expert's opinion
The Advanced Open Water Diver course is aimed at divers wishing to develop their experience and gain autonomy underwater.
To participate, you must be a certified Open Water Diver (or equivalent), comfortable in the water, and in good general physical condition. This training allows you to explore different diving specialties while strengthening your techniques and confidence in open water.
In figures
Diving
- 2 average daily practices
- Maximum depth: 30 m
Management
Arabic
English
French
Russian
German
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 Advanced Open Water Diver course is supervised by a certified and experienced instructor, guaranteeing safe and progressive learning.
Dives are organized in small groups to offer personalized support, careful monitoring of exercises and advice tailored to each diver's level, both for exploration dives and technical workshops.
Program
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Arrival
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Arrival and check-in at your accommodation.
Day 1 -
Navigation and deep diving
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 30 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
The day begins with a presentation of the program and a briefing on the specialties you will discover. The first dive is dedicated to underwater orientation , where you will learn to use a compass and orient yourself underwater using natural landmarks.
After a break on the surface, you will make your deep dive , which will allow you to discover diving up to 30 meters while learning the planning and safety procedures specific to this type of dive.
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, Petit Giftoun…).
Depending on the season and the sites explored during the day, the boat may return earlier or later than the times indicated.
Day 2 -
Adventure diving and certification
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 30 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
On this second day, you will complete three additional adventure dives to develop your skills and gain confidence. Depending on the conditions and your interests, this could include, for example, a buoyancy dive , a naturalist dive to observe marine life, or a dive at a specific site .
Day 3 -
Independent stay
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Independent stay
Days 4 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 may vary depending on the weather, the sites we visit, and the participants in the course.
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
Transfers are included to/from your accommodation (Hurghada region: supplement for El Gouna, Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, Safaga…).
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 5 dives
- The complete equipment
- Lunches and drinks
- Transfers to/from your hotel
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
The price does not include
- PADI certification and equipment (€100 payable at the center)
- Tips
- Taxes
- Transfers outside the Hurghada area
- Flights
- The tourist tax
- Personal expenses
- 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
- Full wetsuit or shorty (5mm)
- BCD
- Regulator
- Fins, mask, snorkel
- Bottles
- Weights and belts
- Deep diving computer
- Compass for orienteering diving
Equipment to bring
- Sunscreen, sunglasses
- Bath towel and/or poncho
Clothing to bring
- Comfortable clothing appropriate for the temperature (bring a sweater, sweatshirt, scarf if needed)
- Swimsuit
