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Open Water Diver — PADI Certification
Learn to Dive in Paradise
The PADI Open Water Diver course is your passport to a lifetime of underwater exploration.
Learn to dive in Indonesia’s warm, crystal-clear waters with the comfort and freedom of a private Anne Bonny charter, guided by experienced PADI instructors who tailor every session to your pace and confidence level.
This is the world’s most recognised dive certification — your ticket to diving anywhere in the world, up to 18 metres (60 feet).
Who It’s For
- Complete beginners ready to become certified divers
- Families or couples learning together on a private charter
- Guests who prefer a more personal, flexible learning experience
- Travelers who want to combine adventure with meaningful skill-building
The Open Water course aboard Anne Bonny offers the perfect mix of professional training and Indonesian adventure, away from crowded dive schools.
What’s Involved
Your PADI instructor will guide you through three key components:
- Knowledge Development — Understand dive theory, safety, and equipment use through e-learning and onboard review sessions.
- Confined Water Training — Practice essential dive skills in shallow, calm water until you’re confident.
- Open Water Dives — Four open-water dives in Indonesia’s vibrant coral reefs, reaching depths up to 18 metres.
You’ll master buoyancy control, underwater navigation, communication, and dive planning, all in stunning tropical surroundings.
Course Duration: 3–4 days
Maximum Depth: 18 metres (60 ft)
Certification
Upon completion, you’ll receive your PADI Open Water Diver Certification, valid worldwide and for life.
This allows you to dive independently with a buddy, rent scuba gear anywhere in the world, and join advanced-level training.
Location
The Open Water course is offered aboard Anne Bonny private charters in calm, clear waters:
Raja Ampat: Sheltered lagoons and coral slopes around Arborek and Gam Islands
Komodo National Park: Protected bays with excellent visibility and gentle currents
All dive sites are selected for ideal training conditions — safe, calm, and full of life.
Requirements
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Minimum age: 10 years (Junior Open Water) or 15 years (standard)
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Basic swimming ability (200m swim and 10-minute float)
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Good health and completion of a PADI medical questionnaire
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Pre-course e-learning strongly recommended before boarding
Price
$450 USD per person — includes PADI materials, all equipment, instruction, and certification fees.
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Advanced Open Water PADI Certification
Open Water Diver PADI Certification
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