Take your scuba skills deeper off Bávaro: this Advanced Open Water course teaches navigation, deep diving to 30 m/100 ft, and specialty adventure dives. Learn what to expect, where you’ll dive, and how to prepare for multi-day open-water training in the Caribbean.
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You surface in warm, turquoise water and the shore of Bávaro slips behind you like a memory of sand and palms. The sea here is patient but probing: currents will push you toward drop-offs, reefs will steady beneath your fins, and a shadow—perhaps a hawksbill turtle—will cross your path with the casual authority of local life.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2 days (approx.)
Fitness Level
Should be a comfortable swimmer in good health with no contraindicating medical issues; able to carry and handle scuba gear and perform repeated dives.
Wildlife
History
Bávaro was developed as a resort district beginning in the 1970s–1980s as Punta Cana’s tourism infrastructure expanded; local fishing communities predate the modern resort economy.
Conservation
Coral reefs here are sensitive to touch and anchors; choose operators who use mooring buoys, enforce no-touch rules and encourage reef-safe sunscreen to reduce bleaching and physical damage.
Reserve your spot on the Advanced Open Water Diver - Bávaro today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Finish eLearning before arrival
Complete the online coursework so boat days focus on in-water skills and dives rather than classroom time.
Bring your own mask and computer
Operators provide gear, but a well-fitting mask and your dive computer improve comfort and accurate profile tracking.
Equalize early on descent
Descending to 30 m demands consistent equalization; stop and clear ears rather than force through discomfort.
Practice buoyancy in shallow dives
Good trim and buoyancy protect reefs and reduce air consumption—prioritize this early in the course.
Personal mask and snorkel
A well-fitting mask improves comfort and prevents fogging during training dives.
summer
Dive computer
Required for accurate depth and no-deco time tracking on 30 m profiles.
3mm wetsuit or shorty
Provides thermal comfort during repeated dives and longer surface intervals.
winter
Dive logbook and certification card
Instructors need to verify your Open Water certification and record completed adventure dives.