Advanced Open Water Diving

Level 2: Advanced Open Water

Level 1 - PADI Open Water Course

From 1,300.00 AED

About the Course

Push your limits and explore deeper with our PADI Advanced Open Water course. The shallow reef was just the training ground; now it’s time to go deeper. Building on your Open Water certification, this program unlocks the deep sector with 3 dives in Dubai in Palm Jumeirah to master navigation and buoyancy, followed by 2 boat dives in Fujairah’s open ocean where sharks, huge rays, and kingfish patrol the 30m wrecks. With Nemo’s expert instructors and premium equipment, you’ll gain the confidence to access deeper dive sites worldwide.

Course Duration

2-3 days

Max Depth

30 metres/100 feet

Min Age

12+

Schedule

9AM, 12PM, 3PM (daily)

Advanced Open Water Diving
Advanced Open Water Diving
3 dives in Dubai/ 2 dives in Fujairah
1,300.00 AED
Advanced Open Water Diving
Advanced Open Water Diving
4 Dive in Dubai + 1 Dive in Deep Dive Dubai
1,700.00 AED
Advanced Open Water Diving
Advanced Open Water Diving
5 Dives in Fujairah
1,700.00 AED
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Your Advanced PADI Certification in 3 Easy Steps

No matter where you are on your dive journey, Nemo has an experience for you

Your Advanced PADI Certification in 3 Easy Steps

No matter where you are on your dive journey, Nemo has an experience for you

Get PADI Certified in Just 3-4 Days

From e-learning to open water. A streamlined journey engineered for results with Nemo's master instructors

Bonus: Free Fun Dive

Your reward is your choice! Head to Fujairah for a complimentary post-certification boat dive among coral reefs and sea turtles, or take AED 200 cashback instantly.

How to Earn your Scuba Diving Certification

Become the diver everyone trusts by mastering essential rescue skills. This course challenges you to think beyond yourself and prepares you to prevent and manage diving emergencies with confidence. You’ll learn how to recognize stress, respond effectively, and improve your overall awareness underwater. It’s one of the most rewarding and empowering programs you can take as a diver. Build confidence, strengthen your problem-solving skills, and become a safer dive buddy. Transform the way you dive and gain the respect that comes with advanced capability. Take the next step in your diving journey, enroll today and become a Rescue Diver.

What you need to know

  • Five adventure dives: two required (Deep and Navigation) plus three elective dives such as Night, Wreck, Drift, Peak Performance Buoyancy or Fish ID.
  • Full scuba equipment rental, including a dive computer.
  • Boat trips to Dibba Al‑Fujairah and Musandam dive sites.
  • Instructor fees, certification processing and surface‑interval snacks.
  • Transportation to dive sites (Fujairah or Musandam).
  • Optional Nitrox fills or specialty upgrades.
  • Personal items such as cameras, torches or dive computers (a basic computer is provided).
  • Accommodation if you stay overnight.
  • Dive insurance (recommended).
  • How to dive safely to 30 m (21 m for juniors) and manage narcosis, air supply and gas planning.
  • Underwater navigation using a compass and natural references.
  • Elective dive skills: improved buoyancy control, night communication, wreck orientation, drift techniques or marine life identification, depending on your choices.
  • Enhanced situational awareness and problem‑solving, preparing you for rescue scenarios or professional training.
  • PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent.
  • Minimum age 12 years (junior divers aged 12–14 are limited to 21 m).
  • Completion of e‑learning or manual knowledge reviews before diving.
  • 2–3 days of diving (five dives) plus pre‑dive briefings.
  • Good buoyancy control and comfort in open water; physically fit and able to swim.
  • Swimwear and towel.
  • Certification card and logbook.
  • Reef‑safe sunscreen and refillable water bottle.
  • Optional torch or camera for night or wreck dives.
  • Sense of adventure and curiosity.
  • Complete e‑learning: Study theory for your chosen adventure dives.
  • Deep & Navigation dives: Conduct these required dives with your instructor.
  • Elective dives: Choose three specialties (e.g., buoyancy, night, wreck, drift, fish ID) and complete them over one or two days.
  • Certification: Receive your Advanced Open Water card and credit toward corresponding specialty courses.
  • Next steps: Consider Rescue Diver, EFR or other specialities.
  • The course typically takes 2–3 days (four sessions). Each session lasts 2–3 hours.
  • Daily start times at 9 AM, 12 PM or 3 PM.
  • Courses run year‑round with flexible weekend and weekday options.
  • Group size is limited to four students per instructor.
  • Junior divers aged 12–14 receive a Junior Advanced certification with depth restricted to 21 m; they can upgrade at 15.
  • Each adventure dive counts toward the first dive of the related specialty; complete the course within 12 months to receive credit.
  • Conditions in Fujairah and Musandam can vary; instructors may adjust the dive schedule for safety.
  • A reasonable level of fitness is required; please complete a medical questionnaire prior to diving.
  • E-learning is mandatory for any PADI course. If you already have the E-learning included, that is great. If not, it can be added separately as an add-on.

Don't Settle for Just "Good Enough"

Get Certified in the luxury of Palm Jumeirah, then Dive in the UAE's most pristine waters: Fujairah.

Service Details Other Centers Nemo Diving Center
Facility Location ✕ Public Beach / Vans ✓ The Palm Jumeirah (5-Star)
Ocean Upgrade ✕ Not Available / Extra ✓ Fujairah Boat Trip Option
Student Ratio ✕ Crowded (6-8 divers) ✓ VIP Attention (Max 4)
Amenities ✕ Public Restrooms ✓ Azure, Palm Jumeirah
Parking Access ✕ Paid / Off-site Walk ✓ Free On-Site Parking
Equipment Standard ✕ Standard Rental Gear ✓ Premium Sanitized Gear

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Frequently Asked Questions?

Your underwater journey starts here

No. The Advanced Open Water is about practical application, not theory. There is no final exam. You will complete “Knowledge Reviews” online, but the focus is 100% on in-water execution.
Yes. You do not need a minimum number of logged dives. The course is designed to be taken immediately after your Open Water to build momentum and advanced competence under supervision.
No. We provide the full Elite Gear Kit (Compass, Torch, and SMB) at no extra cost for the duration of the course.
The Deep Adventure Dive module certifies you to descend to 30 meters (100 feet). This unlocks the majority of the UAE’s shipwrecks and deeper coral systems.
Absolutely. Most international liveaboards (Red Sea, Maldives) require an Advanced license for insurance purposes. Once certified, you gain priority access to our club expeditions.
If you have been inactive for more than 6 months, we require a quick Refresh pool session before your deep dives to ensure your buoyancy and safety protocols are sharp.

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