PADI Open Water Diver Course

Start with your first diving course in Lanzarote – PADI Open Water Diver Course

Learn to Dive in One of Europe’s Top Diving Destinations!

Turn your dream of diving into reality in the breathtaking waters of Lanzarote, part of the stunning Canary Islands. With its volcanic landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and rich marine life, it’s the perfect place to take your first steps underwater.

Join the PADI Open Water Diver Course, the world’s most recognized diving certification. This internationally valid license allows you to dive up to 18 meters anywhere in the world. Under the guidance of our experienced instructors, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to explore the ocean like never before. Earn a certification that opens the door to endless underwater adventures. Ready to take the plunge? Book your course today and start your diving journey!

What does the PADI Open Water course include?

In the knowledge and theory development you will learn the basic principles and safety standards of diving. Once booked we will register you for the PADI eLearning, which is to be completed prior to starting the in-water training (6-8 hours self-study).

The Open Water Course starts with the confined water training in the protected bay of Playa Chica in Puerto del Carmen. During the initial exercises and training sessions in shallow water you will learn the necessary diving skills and gradually gain in safety and self-confidence. Throughout the four open water dives you will repeat and develop the learned skills and explore the fantastic underwater world of Lanzarote. You will be trained to dive to a maximum depth of 18m. The PADI Open Water certification is valid worldwide and for a lifetime.

The course days start at 8:15 in Playa Chica. Depending on the booked option, group size and students process we finish between 12:30 and 15:00h. Considering the theory is completed, based on four participants, the duration of the course is three days (two days with two or less students, e.g. VIP and PRIVATE course options).

During the course the focus is on your training, learning the fundamentals in a safe and fun way. However, Playa Chica offers plenty of dive sites and marine life. Therefore, even during the course, you will already discover the stunning marine life.

• Duration: 2-3 days (+1 day PADI eLearning, self-study)
• Prerequisites:
  • min. 10 years old
  • Basic swimming skills
  • Be medically fit for diving: certain conditions need a medical evaluation for clearance
  • Click here to check if you require a medical certificate

Want to dive more after the completion of the Open Water Course?

There is so much more to discover! Rather than waiting until the next holiday, we recommend adding up some fun dives right after the completion of the Open Water course. Every minute underwater will make you more confident and self-sufficient. Furthermore, you will get to explore the beautiful underwater world and its marine life through the eyes of a certified diver.

We run daily dive excursions for certified divers from shore and boat. No worries, further fun dives are planned according to your experience level and guided by a PADI professional. Please let us know, and we will propose you a schedule and further dives.