Before coming to El Nido

Study the dive theory online with PADI eLearning.

It takes 2 hours for each of the 5 chapters.

There is no final exam.

 

Arrival - meet us at 5pm

Meet your PADI Instructor at Tabanka Divers for equipment check, paperwork and payments. It is mandatory the day before diving.

 

Day 1: 7.30 am – 3pm - full day on board

Before each dive: knowledge review with your PADI-Instructor.

Adventure Dive 1: PEAK PERFORMANCE BUOYANCY

Adventure Dive 2: NAVIGATION DIVE

LUNCHBREAK ON BOARD

Adventure Dive 3: FISH IDENTIFICATION

 

Day 2: 7.30 am – 3 pm - full day on board

Adventure Dive 4:  DEEP DIVE (30m max.)

Adventure Dive 5: chose from DRIFT DIVE, WRECK DIVE, UW PHOTOGRAPHY, RESCUE DIVE

LUNCHBREAK ON BOARD

Dive 6: A FUN DIVE FOR FREE

  

IMPORTANT TO KNOW

 

We conduct the PADI Advanced Open Water course over 2 days.

The course consists of two modules:

- Knowledge Development (selfstudy online. No final exam required)

- Open water training (5 Adventure Dives + 1 Fun Dive)

 

This in-water, performance based course includes two "core" dives: a deep (max. 30meter) and underwater navigation dive. Also we consider peak performance buoyancy as mandatory. And two different "elective" dives.

 

We provide all you need for a safe and unforgettable experience. You only have to bring swim-wear, sun- and rain-protection. Water, snacks and lunch on board are provided. Let us know if you have a special diet or allergies. Don't bring valuables to a dive boat.  Diving with contact lenses is no problem. Find more FAQs here.

 

DIVER PREREQUISITES

 

Certified as PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver or equivalent entry level certification from another training organization such as SSI, BSAC, CMAS, etc.

 

To check your fitness for diving you have to fill out a medical questionnaire. This will indicate if you have to see a physician prior taking a recreational scuba diving course.

 

TRAVELLING WITH FRIENDS

 

If you have friends who are certified divers they will be on the same boat. It is also possible that your friends join parts of your course. Non-Divers can join our trips for 1500p.

 

WHEN PLANING YOUR TRIP

  

Do not make too tight travel plans: an extra day or two after your OW course can be very useful. Also keep in mind that you can not take a commercial flight for at least 18hours after your last dive. Flying prior diving is no risk.

 

If we have to cancel a trip due to weather conditions we will grant a refund accordingly.

For more details see our Terms and conditions.

1. Check if your desired dates are available with our contact form bellow
2. Pay 5000php deposit per person (through Paypal, WISE, REVOLUT or Gcash)
3. Receive your personal log in code for the PADI AOWD e-manual.
4. Visit us the day before diving at 5pm. Pay 15.900php remaining balance in El Nido*

 *Please prepare CASH payment in PHP, EURO or USD to avoid+ 6% transaction fee for Credit Card or Paypal. There is no surcharge for WISE, REVOLUT or Gcash.