What are the prerequisites for the PADI Advanced Open Water course?

You must be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver or hold an equivalent certification from another training agency and be at least 12 years old.

How long does the Advanced Open Water course take in Hurghada?

The course takes 2 full days on our boat. You complete 6 adventure dives in total while exploring prime reef locations across Hurghada.

Is equipment included in the course price?

Standard equipment rental is available for €25 per day. PADI eLearning and certification fees (€105) and daily marine park fees (€7 per day) are paid separately.

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course

2 Days Boat Trip Program

6 Dives Includes 1 Bonus Dive

30 Meters New Depth Limit

Max 3:1 Student / Instructor

Elevate Your Scuba Skills in the Red Sea

Ready to dive deeper, streamline your buoyancy, and explore Hurghada’s world-class underwater reefs? The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course with Red Sea Life is built for exploration. We skip long classroom lectures and get you straight onto our custom diving boats.

Over a 2-day intensive boat program, you will complete 6 comprehensive adventure dives under direct professional guidance. By maintaining a strict ratio of max 3 students per instructor during active course modules, we ensure you receive dedicated coaching to build ultimate confidence underwater.

Course Roadmap & Adventure Dives

Step 1 Complete PADI eLearning

Complete your academic modules at home at your own pace before arriving in Hurghada. Spend zero vacation days inside a classroom—focus 100% on practical diving.

Step 2 Deep Dive (Core Module)

Descend to 30m (100ft). Learn depth management, monitor air consumption, test color absorption shifts, and understand nitrogen narcosis under real ocean conditions.

Step 3 Underwater Navigation (Core Module)

Master underwater orientation. Gain practical skills using compass navigation, kick-cycle distance measurement, and natural landmark recognition.

Step 4 Choose 3 Elective Adventure Dives

Tailor your course to match your interests. Select 3 additional specialties: Wreck Diving, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Drift Diving, Night Diving, or Fish ID.

Step 5 Enjoy Your FREE 6th Adventure Dive

Standard centers offer only 5 dives. Red Sea Life includes a 6th bonus dive for free to maximize your bottom time and reinforce your new skills.

Why Train with Red Sea Life Diving Center?

Premier Facility: Train with an official 5-Star PADI IDC Center based at Desert Rose Resort in Hurghada.
Multi-lingual Instructors: Professional instruction available in English, German, French, and Russian.
Unrivaled Safety Standards: Strict 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio on course training dives and max 6:1 on certified guide trips.
Free Daily Hotel Shuttles: Door-to-door daily pick-up and drop-off spanning Hurghada, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, and Safaga.
Eco-Friendly Practices: Integrated marine life conservation guidelines and proper buoyancy care on every dive trip.

Transparent Program Pricing

Course Investment: €305.00

No hidden fees • Direct boat trips included

Included in Your Booking	Excluded Add-ons & Taxes
6 Adventure Dives across 2 Full Boat Days	Daily Marine & National Park Fee (€7 per day)
Dedicated PADI Instructor (Max 3:1 Ratio)	Full Equipment Rental Set (€25 per day)
Freshly Prepared Onboard Lunch Buffet	PADI eLearning Code & Certification Fee (€105)
Unlimited Coffee, Tea, Water & Soft Drinks	Specialty Gear: Torch (€10/day) \| Computer/Compass (€15/day)
Free Daily Transfers (Hurghada & Surrounding Areas)	Personal Expenses & Gratuities

Group & Family Bonus: Booking for a group or family of 4+ divers? We automatically assign a private PADI instructor to your group at no extra cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites for this course?

You must hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent from another agency and be at least 12 years old. No minimum logged dive requirement is necessary to start.

How does the daily boat schedule work?

Our shuttle picks you up around 8:00 AM. Boats depart from the harbor at 8:30 AM, complete 3 dives daily with lunch served onboard, and return between 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM.

Do I need to bring my own equipment?

If you have your own gear, you are welcome to bring it! Otherwise, complete gear rentals are available at our dive center for €25 per day.

Important Medical & Health Policy

You do not need a physician's note if you are in good health and answer "No" to all questions on the standard PADI Medical Form. If you answer "Yes" to any medical question, you must obtain a signed medical clearance from a physician prior to in-water training.

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course

Trip Description

Elevate Your Scuba Skills in the Red Sea