ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE

underwater navigation during advanced course

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course in Phuket

Take your diving skills to the next level with Blue Divecenter

Already completed your PADI Open Water certification?
The Advanced Open Water Diver course is your next step.
It helps you build confidence, explore new dive types, and sharpen your scuba skills in real underwater conditions.

Don’t worry — you don’t need to be “advanced” to start.
You can begin this course as soon as you’re certified as an Open Water Diver.
Our instructors will guide you through five different Adventure Dives, such as deep diving, navigation, and more.

Each dive gives you hands-on experience while introducing new ways to enjoy the ocean.
With every logbook entry, you’ll gain confidence and discover what kind of diver you want to become.

Ready to dive deeper?
Join us for the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course in Phuket and keep exploring with Blue Divecenter!

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https://www.padi.com/education

 

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Where to Dive During the Advanced Course in Phuket

Where to Dive During the Advanced Course in Phuket

When you join the PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Phuket, you’ll visit some of the island’s most exciting dive sites.
From clear water reefs to dramatic walls and shipwrecks, each site offers unique opportunities to expand your diving skills.
Below are some of the destinations you may explore during your course.

Racha Island

Racha Island

Explore Racha Noi and Racha Yai – Calm Waters and Great Visibility
Both Racha Noi and Racha Yai Islands are known for their crystal-clear waters and gentle conditions.
Ideal for training dives, they offer a relaxed environment perfect for practicing navigation, buoyancy, and fish identification.
Whether you’re new to the course or an experienced diver, these sites provide something for everyone.

Marine Park

Marine Park

Discover the Best Dive Sites: King Cruiser Wreck, Shark Point, Koh Dokmai, and Anemone Reef
The Marine Park area is packed with adventure.
Dive into the famous King Cruiser Wreck, or explore the vibrant coral gardens of Shark Point and Anemone Reef.
These sites are teeming with marine life — from schools of tropical fish to moray eels, nudibranchs, and even the occasional leopard shark.
Each dive offers a unique and unforgettable underwater experience.

Phi Phi Island

Phi Phi Island

A Prime Spot for Shark Sightings and Fish Schooling
Phi Phi’s dive sites are full of surprises.
You may encounter large schools of snappers, dramatic coral walls, and even blacktip reef sharks.
The area’s rich biodiversity and breathtaking scenery make it a favorite for advanced divers.

Schedule Detail – Advanced Course

Daily Dive Schedule

The PADI Advanced Course requires only 5 dives — but with us, you’ll get 6!
Here’s a sample of the daily schedules for each dive trip option.

🏝️ Racha Yai Island – 2 Dives

Easy conditions, perfect for skill training

  • 07:30 – Hotel pick-up (time may vary by location)

  • 08:30 – Meet your dive instructor at the pier, board the boat, and enjoy breakfast (served onboard)

  • 10:30 – Dive 1 at Racha Yai Island

  • 11:30 – 12:30 – Lunch and fresh fruits

  • 12:30 – Dive 2 at Racha Yai Island

  • 15:00 – 15:30 – Return to the pier and hotel drop-off

🏝️ Racha Island – 3 Dives

A full day of diving at Racha Noi and Racha Yai

  • 07:30 – Hotel pick-up

  • 08:30 – Meet your instructor, board the boat, enjoy breakfast

  • 11:00 – Dive 1 at Racha Noi Island

  • 12:00 – 13:00 – Lunch

  • 13:00 – Dive 2 at Racha Noi Island

  • 14:00 – 15:00 – Fruits served

  • 15:00 – 16:00 – Dive 3 at Racha Yai Island

  • 16:00 – 17:00 – Snacks served

  • 17:00 – 17:30 – Return to the pier and hotel drop-off

🐠 Marine Park – 3 Dives

Wreck, reef, and big marine life encounters

  • 07:30 – Hotel pick-up

  • 08:30 – Meet your instructor and board the boat (breakfast included)

  • 11:00 – Dive 1 at King Cruiser Wreck

  • 12:00 – 13:00 – Lunch

  • 13:00 – Dive 2 at Shark Point

  • 14:00 – 15:00 – Fruits served

  • 15:00 – 16:00 – Dive 3 at Koh Dokmai

  • 16:00 – 17:00 – Snacks served

  • 17:00 – 17:30 – Return to the pier and hotel drop-off

🐬 Phi Phi Island – 3 Dives

Wall dives, coral gardens, and schooling fish

  • 07:30 – Hotel pick-up

  • 08:30 – Meet your instructor at the pier and enjoy breakfast

  • 11:50 – Dive 1 at Phi Phi Island

  • 12:50 – 13:50 – Lunch

  • 13:50 – Dive 2 at Phi Phi Island

  • 13:50 – 14:50 – Fruits served

  • 14:50 – Dive 3 at Shark Point or Koh Dokmai

  • 15:50 – 16:50 – Snacks served

  • 18:00 – 18:30 – Return to the pier and hotel drop-off

📌 Note: Schedule and dive sites may vary depending on sea conditions and availability.

BOAT

2 dives boat

2 Dives Boat

3 dives boat

3 Dives Boat

3 dives boat phuket

3 Dives Boat

Prices

  • Advanced Open Water Course: 14,000 THB
  • Open Water + Advanced Course: 28,000 THB

What is included?

  • PADI certification application

  • PADI digital manual

  • Full rental equipment

  • Breakfast and lunch on board

  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Patong, Karon, Kata, Chalong, Rawai only)

What is excluded?

  • Transfers from outside service areas (extra fee based on location)

  • Phi Phi National Park fee: 600 THB

Refund Policy

  • 2 weeks before: Full refund

  • 1 week before: Deposit non-refundable

  • 3 days before: 100% cancellation charge

Have questions or want to book your course?

We’ll get back to you as soon as we can — let’s get you diving in paradise!