PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Honolulu, Hawaii
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–5 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health with average physical fitness to handle entry, exit, and underwater activity.
Overview
Enhance your diving skills with Dive Oahu’s PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Honolulu. Explore deep and night dives while discovering Hawaii’s marine wonders with expert instructors.
PADI Advanced Open Water Course
2 hours
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About This Adventure
The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course enhances your diving skills through five exciting Adventure Dives, including Deep Diver and Night Diver. Under the guidance of a PADI Instructor, you'll build confidence, log dives, and explore new specialties, making this an unforgettable experience for any aspiring diver.
This course can be taken after completing the PADI Open Water Diver certification.
Duration
Group Course: Saturday 12-9pm + Sunday 1-6pm
About
It's titled PADI Advanced Open Water Diver because it advances your diving knowledge & skills. You don’t have to be “advanced” to take it – it’s designed to advance your diving, so you can start right after earning your PADI Open Water Diver certification. The course helps build confidence and expand your scuba skills through different Adventure Dives. You try out different specialties while gaining experience under the supervision of your PADI Instructor. You log dives and develop capabilities as you find new ways to have fun scuba diving.
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated Before and After Dives
Proper hydration improves your overall dive experience and helps prevent decompression sickness.
Review Your Skills Before Deep Dives
Make sure you’re comfortable with buoyancy control and equipment handling to enjoy deeper dives safely.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect Hawaii’s delicate coral reefs by using environmentally friendly sunscreen products.
Check Local Weather and Sea Conditions
Conditions can change quickly; staying updated helps ensure safer and more enjoyable dives.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Green sea turtles
- Moorish idols
History
Honolulu has a rich maritime history that includes traditional Hawaiian fishing practices and modern dive exploration.
Conservation
Dive Oahu practices eco-friendly diving and promotes reef conservation efforts to protect Hawaii’s fragile underwater ecosystems.
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Recommended Gear
Mask, Snorkel & Fins
Personal diving gear ensures proper fit and comfort throughout the course.
Wetsuit (3mm to 5mm)
Keeps you warm and protected from sun and marine life in Hawaii’s waters.
Dive Computer
Essential for tracking depth and no-decompression limits during advanced dives.
Underwater Flashlight
Key for night diver specialties and exploring darker underwater environments.