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OPEN WATER DIVER (OWD)

Location KOVALAM
Duration 4 Days 

Bond Safari Kovalam

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Dive into Paradise with the PADI Open Water Course at Kovalam, Kerala

 

Introduction: Welcome to the world of underwater exploration with the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Open Water Course! Whether you're a beginner eager to experience the thrill of diving or an enthusiast looking to enhance your skills, this course is your gateway to a lifetime of underwater adventures.

Course Overview: The PADI Open Water Course is designed to provide comprehensive training for individuals seeking to become certified divers. Our course combines theoretical knowledge, confined water skill sessions, and open water dives to ensure you develop the skills and confidence needed for safe and enjoyable diving.

Duration: The course duration is 4 - 5 days, allowing you to progress at a comfortable pace while mastering essential diving skills. The schedule includes classroom sessions for theoretical knowledge, confined water sessions to practice skills in a controlled environment, and open water dives to apply what you've learned.


Highlights

  1. Knowledge Development:

    • Dive theory covering principles, equipment, and safety measures.
    • Interactive classroom sessions with experienced instructors.
    • Comprehensive learning materials to study at your own pace.
  2. Confined Water Sessions:

    • Hands-on training in a controlled environment (e.g., pool or calm water).
    • Practice essential skills like buoyancy control, regulator use, and underwater navigation.
  3. Open Water Dives:

    • Apply learned skills in real-life diving situations.
    • Explore the breathtaking underwater world under the supervision of certified instructors.
    • Gain confidence and experience the joy of diving in open water environments.


Who should attend?

  1. Minimum Age:

    • Participants must be at least 10 years old to enroll in the PADI Open Water Diver course. For those between 10 and 14 years old, there are PADI Junior Open Water Diver certifications available, with specific depth limitations.
  2. Physical Fitness:

    • Divers should be in reasonably good health. A medical questionnaire is typically provided, and if any concerns are raised, a physician's approval may be required.
  3. Swimming Skills:

    • Participants are required to demonstrate basic swimming skills, 200-meter swim (with any stroke) while there are no time requirements, a comfortable level of swimming ability is recommended. or 300-meter snorkel swim, using a mask, fins, and snorkel.
  4. Educational Requirements:

    • The course is open to anyone with a desire to explore the underwater world. No prior diving experience is necessary, making it accessible to beginners.
  5. Parental Consent:

    • For participants under the age of 18, parental or guardian consent is typically required.

 



Dive deep into the world of underwater exploration with our Open Water Diver course. Over 4-5 days, you'll learn essential skills and safety measures under the guidance of our experienced PADI 5 ⭐ Instructors. From mastering buoyancy to understanding marine life conservation, this course covers it all. With prerequisites including basic swimming skills and a cleared diver medical, you'll be ready to take the plunge and explore the depths. Join us and unlock a whole new realm of adventure!

Max. Dept.: 12meter for junior OWD/ 18meter for OWD


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Bond Safari Kovalam is a team of the adventurist and experienced Indian businessmen, partnered with Cool Divers SL from Spain to bring state of the art diving experience to Kerala, India. Our goal is to develop state of art adventure tourism products in India. Our Vision is to Revolutionize adventure tourism industry in India through innovative and exciting adventure tourism products. Our Mission is to Partner with companies who have been operating across the world with revolutionary adrenalin pumping yet absolutely safe adventure tourism products and bring them to appropriate Indian market. We welcome you to explore the beautiful world on and under the water that you will find in Bond Safari Kovalam. Come visit us and spend some time with our professional, courteous, and fun loving adventure team in Kerala. Let us take you on a wonderful journey on one of our beautiful and well-maintained boats. Come snorkel, dive, swim, sail or get suntanned with Bond Safari Kovalam. No matter what water activity you choose, We have all the quality equipment and supplies you need to help you get the most out of your vacation.

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Inclusions

  1. Course Tuition:

    • Expert instruction from PADI-certified instructors.
    • DAN Insurance during open water course
    • Access to state-of-the-art training materials. 
  2. Diving Equipment:

    • Use of high-quality diving gear during the course.
  3. Certification Fees:

    • Processing fees for your official PADI Open Water Diver certification.
  4. Tax Inclusive:

    • All prices are inclusive of taxes, ensuring transparency in your investment.

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PICKUP LOCATIONS

Bond Safari, Kovalam




>60 days : no fee applies
30-60 days : 50 % of the activity fee held as cancellation
10-29 days : 75 %of the activity fee held as cancellation
1-9 days: 90%  of the activity fee held as cancellation
The same day will be 100% of the workshop fee held as a cancellation..

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