PADI Open Water Diver Course
- Duration
- 3 days
- Needs
- Minimum age 10.
- Includes
- eLearning / theory and exams, five confined water sessions, four open water dives, equipment for the course, PADI Open Water Diver certification
About the course
The PADI Open Water Diver course at Lak Scuba qualifies you to dive independently, in India and anywhere else in the world.
It is the most recognized scuba certification in the world. It gives adult divers the skills and confidence to dive to 18 meters (60 feet) independently with a buddy. Divers aged 10 to 14 earn the PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification, with limits: at 10 or 11 you dive with a parent, guardian or PADI Professional to 12 metres (40 feet), and at 12 to 14 you dive with a certified adult. It is the next step whether you are starting out or upgrading from a Scuba Diver certification.
Who is this course for?
- Anyone aged 10 years and above
- Beginners with no prior scuba experience
- Those ready to move beyond basic diving and go deeper
- Travellers looking for a globally recognized scuba certification
What you’ll learn
During this course, you’ll gain:
- A solid understanding of scuba gear and safety procedures
- Confidence in underwater navigation and buoyancy control
- Skills to manage common underwater situations
- A better understanding of marine life and how to protect it
Course breakdown
- 5 Knowledge Development Sessions
- Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving
- Study through eLearning or classroom sessions
- Understand dive theory, safety procedures, and equipment usage
- You’ll watch the embedded videos, complete knowledge reviews, quizzes and an exam.
- 5 Confined Water Sessions
- Practice key scuba skills in shallow, calm water
- Get comfortable with gear, breathing underwater, and emergency protocols
- Build confidence before heading to open water
- Open Water Dives
- 4 dives in the open sea under instructor supervision
- Apply your skills in real-world conditions
- See the wide range of marine life in Lakshadweep
Inclusions
- PADI course material or eLearning access
- Full scuba gear and equipment rental
- Confined and open water dive training
- International PADI certification upon completion
- Logbook and dive record
- Safety briefing, supervision, and guidance
- Photos & videos (available as an add-on)
Why take the PADI Open Water course with Lak Scuba?
- Our certified professionals teach the course properly, safely and at your own pace.
- Low student-to-instructor ratios, so you get personal attention.
- Earn a PADI Open Water certification here in India, recognized worldwide.
- You get good scuba gear, the course material, and everything you need to complete your Open Water certification.
Course packages
The course with your stay, food, entry permit, ferry ticket and airport pickup and drop in one price per head. The price is the same for a single or a shared room. Standard course level.
Open Water and Advanced Open Water together, course only (no stay), is ₹50,000 over seven days. Choose it under “Choose an option”.
Every course package includes:
- Entry ticket: your Lakshadweep entry permit fee
- Food and accommodation
- Airport pickup and drop, with the boat crossing between Agatti and Kavaratti
- Equipment
| Package | AC Dormitory | AC Lodge | Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Water, 4 nights / 5 days | ₹39,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹68,000 |
| Open Water + Advanced Open Water, 6 nights / 7 days | ₹61,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹1,13,000 |
Next step
The next step on the PADI path is the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course.
Questions people ask
- How much is the PADI Open Water Diver course at Lak Scuba in Kavaratti?
- ₹30,000 per person, over 3 days. It includes eLearning / theory and exams; Five confined water sessions; Four open water dives; Equipment for the course; PADI Open Water Diver certification.
- Do I need to be able to swim for the PADI Open Water Diver course?
- Yes. Swimming is required for the PADI Open Water Diver course at Lak Scuba.
- What is the minimum age for PADI Open Water at Lak Scuba?
- The minimum age is 10. Ages 10 to 14 earn the PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification, with depth limits.
- How long does the Open Water course take in Kavaratti?
- 3 days: theory and exams, five confined water sessions and four open water dives.
- When can I take the Open Water course with Lak Scuba?
- Lak Scuba is a PADI Five-Star Dive Resort on Kavaratti Island, Lakshadweep. The diving season is October to May.
- Do I need a permit to take a course in Lakshadweep?
- Every visitor who is not a native of the islands needs an entry permit, Indian nationals included. You apply for it yourself at lak.e-permit.utl.gov.in under the Tourist category; one form covers up to six people. (Official source: lak.e-permit.utl.gov.in; the six-person limit was read on the old portal, 13 Sep 2026.) If you book with Lak Scuba, our team arranges the permit after your deposit.