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Padi Advanced Open Water Diver
€ 475
Enhance your diving abilities and explore new underwater experiences
The Advanced Open Water Diver course is designed for those who have completed the Open Water Diver certification and are ready to advance their diving skills. This course will help you gain confidence, expand your scuba abilities, and discover new specialties through a series of exciting Adventure Dives. Whether you’re exploring new depths or mastering underwater navigation, this course will provide you with the experience and knowledge to become a more capable and adventurous diver.
Why Choose This Course?
- Skill Advancement: Improve your skills and knowledge through hands-on experiences and diverse specialty dives.
- Small Groups: With a maximum of 4 participants, you’ll receive personalized attention and guidance from your instructor.
- Flexible Schedule: We tailor the course to fit your schedule and needs, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable learning experience.
- Global Certification: Upon successful completion, you will receive a certification from one of the world’s largest and most respected diving organizations, SSI.
- Comprehensive Training: From theory to practical dives, all necessary materials, equipment, and insurance are included for a complete experience.
Course Overview
This course consists of five dives, including two required dives:
- Deep Dive: Learn how to plan and execute dives to safely handle the challenges of diving at greater depths.
- Underwater Navigation: Focus on compass navigation and other techniques, such as visual landmarks and timing, to navigate more effectively underwater.
For the remaining three dives, you can choose from various specialties such as:
- Boat Diving
- Night Diving
- Peak Performance Buoyancy
- Search and Recovery
- Wreck Diving
You’ll work with your instructor to select the specialties that interest you most and best suit your diving goals.
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• All taxes, fees and handling charges
• Photographs or videos from the dives
• Diving equipment
• Training materials ( books, elearning)
• Certification card
• Dive logbook
• DAN insurance
• Free hotel pickup from all hotels located in Nea Makri -
• Diving within 12 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum age : 12
• Open Water Diver certification is necessary to attend the course.
• Travelers are advised to bring their own towels and swimwear. -
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By public bus (KTEL) from Athens – The most affordable way (approx. €3): Take the regional orange bus heading to Marathon from the terminal right outside the Nomismatokopeio Metro Station (Blue Line). Ask the driver to drop you off at the “Agios Konstantinos” bus stop in Nea Makri. Let us know in advance, and we will pick you up from there for FREE! After the activity, we will drive you back to the bus stop.
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By taxi: The fastest way from Athens center (30–40 minutes). The cost is around €35–€45 one way. We recommend using the FREENOW app or Cosmos Taxi for reliable service.
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Staying in Nea Makri or nearby hotels? We provide 100% FREE pickup and drop-off straight to your resort or Airbnb (including the Golden Coast Hotel) within the Nea Makri area!
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