Open Water Diver Aqaba, Jordan
Embark on unforgettable underwater adventures – start your PADI Open Water Course today! Becoming a PADI Open Water Diver is the first step to being a scuba diver! One of the best-trained PADI instructors will show you how to scuba dive in a calm, shallow area of the Red Sea.

- Availability
- All year
- Number of dives
- 5 Confined Water sessions and 4 dives
- Duration
- 3-4 days
- Maximum Depth
- 18 (12) meters
- Minimum age
- 10 years
Learn scuba diving in Aqaba
The gateway to the rest of your underwater adventures, “Open Water” is an entry-level SCUBA certification program that takes just 3-4 days to complete. Split between online theory sessions, confined water & open water skill exercises, and fun on the coral reef, you’ll leave this course fully qualified and confident to pursue your new hobby independently and receive the world’s most recognized SCUBA diving certification.
PADI continues to lead the way in diver education with the revolutionary PADI Open Water Diver eLearning. An industry first, the PADI eLearning fuses state-of-the-art technology with proven PADI instructional design to deliver the excitement and experience of multi-media learning to new scuba divers.
Unveiling the Underwater World: Your PADI Open Water Diver Course in Aqaba
Embark on a transformative journey into the captivating realm of scuba diving with our PADI Open Water Diver course in Aqaba! Here's a glimpse of what awaits you:
Dive into the theory (PADI eLearning)
- Sign up for PADI eLearning and choose your prefered language. Learn about diving physics, physiology, essential equipment, and safety procedures.
- After finishing the quizzes and the final exam get comfortable with the RDP dive table to plan all your future dives.
- It is recommended to start 1 or 2 weeks before your practical part, so that you get the most out of your course dives.
Get wet and blow your first bubbles
- The adventure begins in the Confined Water, where our expert instructors unveil the fascinating world of scuba diving.
- Get comfortable with your scuba gear in a controlled safe environment. Practice basic skills like mask clearing, buoyancy control, and underwater communication, building confidence for your open water dives.
Mastering the fundamentals and exploring the magic of Aqaba's reefs
- Feel the freedom: Refine your buoyancy control in the sea, achieving weightlessness for effortless gliding underwater.
- Your First Descents: Experience the thrill of your first open water dives in the crystal-clear waters of Aqaba.
- A World of Color: Witness the vibrant tapestry of Aqaba's coral reefs, teeming with exotic fish, a playful octopus or turtles, and majestic underwater formations.
- Putting Skills into Action: Practice and demonstrate the essential skills you learned in the classroom and pool, confidently navigating the awe-inspiring underwater world.
Certification and beyond
- Upon successful completion of all required parts, you'll receive the internationally recognized PADI Open Water Diver certification, granting you the freedom to explore underwater wonders with a buddy up to 18 meters deep!
- Celebrate your achievement and newfound passion for scuba diving! Our team can help you chart your course for further exploration with exciting PADI Specialty Courses.
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Open Water Diver Course: FAQs
I'm a complete beginner. Can I take this course?
Absolutely! The PADI Open Water Diver course is specifically designed for beginners with no prior diving experience.
What will I learn in the course?
You'll learn the fundamentals of scuba diving, including:
- Safe diving practices and equipment usage
- Scuba diving theory (physics, physiology, dive planning)
- Basic underwater skills and buoyancy control
- Emergency procedures
What kind of dives will I do?
The course includes Confined Water sessions and Open Water dives on the beautiful reefs of Aqaba.








