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Advanced Open Water Certification

Tour details

Open Water
Certification Required
Morning: 9:00 AM (check-in by 8:30 AM); Afternoon: 2:00 PM (check-in by 1:30 PM)
Departure Time
morning, afternoon
Departure Times
Moderate
Difficulty Level
mask, fins, tank & weights
Equipment Provided
none
Food & Drinks
none
Food Included
48 hours
Free Cancellation Window
small
Group Size
Yes
Guided
pregnancy, heart conditions
Health Restrictions
No
Hotel Pickup
Equipment
Includes
prohibited
Infant Policy
6 people
Maximum Group Size
6 guests
Maximum Passengers
Ala Small Boat Harbor Slip#68
Meeting Location
12 years
Minimum Age
gratuity
Not Included
moderate
Physical Intensity
Yes
Pregnancy Restricted
No
Private Option
No
Private Option Available
confident
Swimming Ability Required
Yes
Swimming Required
meeting_point_only
Transport Included
Yes
Weather Dependent
Swimwear, Towel, Reef Safe Sunscreen
What to Bring

About this experience

Ready to take your diving to the next level? This PADI Advanced Open Water Diver training at Ala Small Boat Harbor Slip#68 offers five boat-based training dives that'll expand your underwater skills. ★ 4.7 stars (262 Google reviews) This advanced open water certification course builds on your Open Water foundation with two mandatory adventure dives: deep diving and underwater navigation. You'll master dive planning for deeper waters while learning to handle the physiological effects that come with increased depth. The navigation dive hones your compass skills and teaches you to find your way using kick-cycles, visual landmarks, and time estimation-essential skills for exploring diverse dive sites. Your remaining three specialty dives can be chosen from options like Dive Against Debris, Fish Identification, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Boat diving, and Wreck Diver. Each specialty dive counts toward future PADI certifications, so you're building credentials while exploring. With a 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio maximum, you'll get personalized attention throughout your training. Don't worry if you don't feel "advanced"-this course is designed to make you one. Any certified Open Water Diver can join, including Junior Open Water Divers aged 12 and up. Your package covers everything: PADI eLearning materials ($231 value), complete equipment rental (exposure suit, BCD, regulator, computer, tanks, weights, mask, snorkel, and fins), and all five training dives. Just bring swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and sunglasses. Gratuity for crew not included. For a full refund, cancellations must be submitted in writing at least 48 hours prior to check-in. Cancellations made less than 48 hours will be charged the full charter price, unless Trip Protection was purchased. Rebooking is free if requested 48+ hours before check-in, or subject to a $50 fee if requested 24-48 hours prior. No rebooking permitted within 24 hours of check-in. Instant confirmation makes booking hassle-free. Once you complete this advanced open water certification, you'll have access to more exciting dive adventures throughout Hawaii and worldwide diving destinations.

What's included

  • Equipment
  • Gratuity

Why book this operator

  • Local operator in Honolulu

How booking here works

What differsBooking hereA typical booking site
Who takes paymentThe local operatorThe booking site
Who handles changesThe operator, directlyThe booking site's support
Whose price you payThe operator's own priceThe operator's price with the site's margin inside it
What you getThe operator's own bookingA third-party voucher

We do not take your payment or set prices, and no operator pays for placement here. What changes is who holds your booking, not what you pay.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Advanced Open Water Certification cost?

Advanced Open Water Certification ranges from $99 to $659 per person, depending on the option you choose.

Is there a minimum age for Advanced Open Water Certification?

The minimum age for Advanced Open Water Certification is 12 years old.

Where does Advanced Open Water Certification meet?

Advanced Open Water Certification meets at Ala Small Boat Harbor Slip#68.

What is included with Advanced Open Water Certification?

Advanced Open Water Certification includes Equipment.

What is the cancellation policy for Advanced Open Water Certification?

Course reservations canceled with at least 48 hours' notice may be refunded or rescheduled (excluding eLearning fees). Cancellations within 48 hours may be rescheduled for a $50 administrative fee if made at least 24 hours prior to check-in. No rescheduling permitted within 24 hours of check-in. Once the in-person portion begins, no refunds will be issued. eLearning fees are non-refundable once the access code has been registered. Trip Protection is not valid for certification courses.

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