Get your PADI Open Water certification in Nha Trang - Vietnam
In summary
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Sports
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Duration5 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationAsia / Vietnam
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AgeFrom 10 - 80 years
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CO₂-Emissions46.85 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
English
Vietnamese
In a few words
Earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification during an exceptional stay in Nha Trang , Vietnam. This structured course combines independent learning and immersive practice to open the doors to the underwater world.
Before you leave, complete the theory online at your own pace from home. This interactive module introduces you to safety rules , how the equipment works , and the fundamentals of the sport.
Once there, dedicate three days to technical improvement through six adapted dives. It is in the heart of the Marine Park of the islands of Mun and Hon Mot that you will move in turquoise water , amidst corals and tropical fauna .
Guided by professionals in a welcoming atmosphere, you will develop your skills with confidence. Upon completion of this course, you will earn your international certification to become an autonomous diver to a depth of 18 meters anywhere in the world.
4 nights in a hotel with breakfast (based on a double or twin room) 200m walk from the diving center are included in this stay.
Non-trainee companions are welcome on the divers' boat (see the snorkeler companion option or companions not wishing to board the divers' boat).
A child can begin diver training and obtain a PADI certification from the age of 10. Between the ages of 10 and 14, they receive the Junior Open Water Diver certification.
The highlights
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PADI Open Water certification in 6 dives, equipment and accommodation included
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Training in a tropical setting, in the Hon Mun Marine Park
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Training available year-round, on your preferred dates.
Photos
Sport
Level
Scuba diving
The expert's opinion
You do not need to have done a baptism dive before the Open Water course
In figures
Diving
- 2 average daily practices
Management
French
English
Vietnamese
For dives, divers are supervised by English-speaking instructors (from 1 to 4 divers per training group).
Program
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Arrival
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 2km
- Accommodation 4-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You arrive in Nha Trang on your own at the Erica Hotel. Check in to your room.
You go to the diving center 200m walk from the hotel for initial contact, administrative matters and equipment.
Each morning, breakfast at the hotel then meeting at the diving center (7:00 am).
Reception, shuttle to the swimming pool on day 1 of training and to the port on days 2 and 3.
Day 1 -
Briefing and pool dive
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 1
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Breakfast at the hotel.
Meet at the diving center 200m from the hotel (check with the center on site whether the day 1 training in the pool starts in the morning or afternoon).
Briefing, equipment, the training begins with 1 dive in a swimming pool (either in the morning or afternoon) with an instructor.
Day 2 -
Sea Diving
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
Briefing, equipment fitting, the training continues with 5 dives in the sea over 2 mornings with an instructor each day.
Snacks served on board between dives at sea.
Lunch on board upon return from sea dives on days 2 and 3.
Each afternoon, return by shuttle to the centre or to the Erica hotel.
PADI Open Water certification and certification card included.
Days 3 to 4 -
End of stay
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Breakfast at the hotel. End of our services.
Day 5
Note
Divers will first need to complete the PADI Open Water "theory online" course at their own pace and in French on the official PADI website.
Link : https://store.padi.com/fr-dk/courses/open-water-diver/p/60462-1B2C/
Very important: bring your theory certificate which will be required by the diving center.
Day 1: You arrive independently in Nha Trang at the Erica Hotel. Check in to your room.
You go to the diving center 200m walk from the hotel for initial contact, administrative matters and equipment.
The practical Open Water training course includes a total of 6 dives.
Each morning, breakfast at the hotel then meeting at the diving center (7:00 am).
Reception, shuttle to the swimming pool on day 1 of training and to the port on days 2 and 3.
Day 2: briefing, equipment, training begins with 1 pool dive with an instructor (either in the morning or afternoon).
Days 3 and 4: briefing, equipment, training continues with 2 to 3 dives in the sea with an instructor each day.
Snacks served on board between dives at sea.
Lunch on board upon return from sea dives on days 2 and 3.
Each afternoon, return by shuttle to the centre or to the Erica hotel.
PADI Open Water certification and certification card included.
Day 5: Breakfast at the hotel. End of our services.
Accommodation
Access
Upon your arrival in Nha Trang at the included hotel, we kindly ask you to contact or visit our Nha Trang dive center no later than the day before the first day of training in order to get acquainted, complete the administrative formalities and try on the equipment.
The centre is a 200m walk from the proposed hotel.
Remember to bring with you your PADI online theory certificate and a valid medical certificate of fitness for recreational diving.
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- 4 nights in a hotel based on a double/twin room of type 3 or 4* according to local standards, with breakfast.
- The PADI Open Water practical training consists of 6 dives over 3 days (1 pool dive, 5 sea dives)
- 1 instructor for 1 to 4 divers,
- The certification formalities,
- The certification card is valid worldwide.
- Diving equipment,
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Nha Trang (city center) and the port,
- Snacks will be served on board days 2 and 3.
- Lunch on board on days 2 and 3 includes coffee, tea and fresh water.
- The Hon Mun Marine Park tax.
The price does not include
- National and international transport to Nha Trang,
- The single room supplement (optional),
- Visa for Vietnam (if required, particularly for non-French citizens),
- Drinks (soft drinks and beers) are available on board.
- Optional tips, personal expenses,
- Registration and completion of the online theory course on the PADI website,
- Additional dives beyond the 6 dives planned during the training,
- Any other services not included in the package, such as accommodation, transfers, meals other than those included...
- Insurance.
Options
- Single room supplement at Hotel Erica or equivalent : CHF146.37 / person
- Non-trainee accompanying person - 2 days at sea : CHF-315.61 / person
- Non-trainee accompanying person : CHF-407.09 / person
- Private and French-speaking tour : On request
- Flex fare and insurance
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.
Remember to bring a valid medical certificate of fitness for recreational diving.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Diving equipment is included in the service. It consists of a 3mm full wetsuit, a regulator pack, a buoyancy compensator, a pair of full-foot fins, a diving mask, a 12L tank, weights and a weight belt.
- It does not include: dive computer, lamp or light, vision correction mask, hood, gloves, booties, surface marker buoy.
Clothing to bring
- Swimsuit, cap or hat, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, water bottle
