Train in the Red Sea: five days to Open Water (18m) plus two days to Advanced (30m) with PADI materials, equipment, and instructor supervision included. This seven-day package turns Eilat’s coral walls into a practical classroom for confident, worldwide diving.
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Morning light hits the Red Sea and the reef seems to wake: small fish flash like coins while instructors check cylinders and students run through buddy checks. On shore, neoprene and laughter mix with focused attention as the week of training begins — a practical, paced progression from confined-pool basics to open-water 18m dives, then onward to the deeper, skill-focused 30m dives of the advanced course.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 days (5-day Open Water + 2-day Advanced)
Fitness Level
Suitable for people with basic swimming ability and reasonable cardiovascular health; expect long days and surface intervals.
Wildlife
History
Eilat sits at the northern tip of the Red Sea and grew as an international resort and port through 20th-century trade and tourism developments.
Conservation
Local centers promote reef-friendly practices and restricted anchoring; divers are encouraged to avoid contact with coral and use reef-safe sunscreen.
Reserve your spot on the Open Water Diver Course [5 days/18m] and Advanced Open Water Diver [2 days/30m] today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydration and rest
Arrive well-rested and hydrated; dehydration and fatigue increase ear and sinus issues while diving.
Mask fit
Bring a personal mask or test center masks on day one—leaks waste valuable training time.
Equalize early and often
If you feel pressure while descending, stop and equalize—never force it or continue with pain.
Log your dives
Keep a dive logbook from day one; it’s needed for certification and tracks experience for advanced skills.
Personal mask (with anti-fog)
A well-fitting mask improves comfort and reduces interruptions during training.
Dive computer or rental computer
Monitors depth and no‑decompression limits for safe ascents during open-water training.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the coral ecosystem during surface intervals.
summer
Neoprene hood or 3mm vest
Adds warmth during cooler months and extended surface waits.
winter