Past the18-Meter Ceiling.Down to Thirty.
Open Water shows you the shallows. Advanced takes you into the deep blue — the wrecks, the walls, the dark — and the sites your certification card finally unlocks.
Nha Trang · Hòn Mun · from $425 · +$30 eLearning (non-Vietnamese)
Is This You On Your Dives?
Open Water certification is an amazing start, but many divers hit a frustrating plateau.
The Air Guzzler
You're constantly checking your SPG. While others have half a tank left, you're signaling 'low on air', cutting the dive short for everyone.
The 18-Meter Ceiling
You see the experienced group descending toward that incredible wreck or deep wall, while you have to stay behind in the shallows.
The Dependent Diver
If you lost sight of your guide, you'd have no idea how to get back to the boat. Your navigation relies entirely on following the fins in front of you.
The Buoyancy Battle
You're either kicking hard to stay off the reef or constantly adjusting your BCD. Hovering motionless feels impossible.
You don't need another written test. You need guided practice. Advanced Open Water builds these exact skills through real dives with a pro.
From Reef Explorer to Deep Water Adventurer
See how 3 days will transform your diving capabilities
Before — Open Water Diver
- Limited to shallow reefs while watching others explore the depths
- Getting lost underwater and relying on your buddy for navigation
- Locked out of dive sites that require Advanced certification
- Feeling like a beginner even after certification
After — 3 Days Later
- Confidently exploring deep walls and wrecks to 30 m
- Leading the way with compass navigation skills
- Welcome at dive centers and liveaboards that ask for Advanced
- Recognized as a skilled, independent diver
Dive Deeper
Explore to 30m/100ft with confidence
Never Get Lost
Master underwater navigation
Build Real Skill
Skills you don't get on Open Water alone
Go Further
Ready for sites that ask for Advanced
The Journey to Advanced Diver
Each day brings new skills and unforgettable underwater experiences
The Deep Dive
Descend into the blue unknown
What You'll Master
- Understand pressure effects at depth
- Learn nitrogen narcosis management
- Master deep water buoyancy
- Practice safety stops
Ready for Adventure?
Open Water Divers ready to expand their diving experiences and skills. Perfect for divers wanting to explore deeper, dive at night, or develop specialty interests.
Required Adventure Dives
Deep Adventure Dive
Explore to 30 meters and understand pressure effects at depth. Learn about nitrogen narcosis and how to manage it safely.
Navigation Dive
Master underwater navigation using compass and natural references. Never get lost underwater again!
What You'll Achieve
- Execute deep dives to 30 meters while managing pressure effects and safety protocols
- Navigate underwater using compass and natural references with precision
- Demonstrate peak performance buoyancy and advanced trim techniques
- Conduct night dives using artificial light and specialized procedures
Build Your Perfect Adventure
Every diver is different. Select your diving style below to see your recommended Adventure Dive path.
!Required Foundation Dives
Deep Dive
Unlock depths up to 30m/100ft.
Navigation
Never get lost underwater again.
★Your Recommended Electives
Wreck Dive
Safely explore sunken ships.
Night Dive
See the reef change after sunset.
Drift Dive
Fly underwater with the ocean currents.
Go Deeper on Your Passion
Take your diving further with PADI specialty courses. Perfect your underwater control, or explore the deep with expert guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hear From Our Advanced Divers
See how the Advanced course transformed their diving experience
Advanced students back on the boat — Hòn Mun, Nha Trang
I used to feel anxious below 18m. The deep dive training shifted my mindset completely — learning about narcosis practically and having my instructor right there gave me real confidence. Now I explore wrecks at 30m without hesitation.
Our Guarantees to You
We remove the risk so you can focus on becoming a better diver
Flexible Payment
Pay deposit now, balance on Day 1. No financial pressure.
Low deposit onlySkill Guarantee
Extra practice on any adventure dive if needed, at no extra cost.
Extra practice includedWeather Promise
Free reschedule for safe deep-diving conditions. No questions.
Free rescheduleNavigation Mastery
We'll make sure you're confident with compass work before certification.
Confident before you certifyDeep Dive Photos
Underwater photos at depth included with your course.
Memories includedInsured Dives
Coverage for your advanced depth dives. Your safety comes first.
Covered & safeWhy Get Advanced Certification?
The doors that open when you become an Advanced diver
Unlock the Deeper Sites
Many of the best walls, wrecks and deep reefs begin below 18 m — exactly where Advanced takes you.
Deeper sites unlockedRescue Diver Pathway
AOW is the required step toward professional diving. Start your path to Divemaster and Instructor certifications.
Career prerequisiteLiveaboard Ready
Many liveaboards ask for Advanced before multi-day trips to remote sites — it opens the door to week-long diving adventures.
Multi-day tripsBetter Dive Buddy
Enhanced skills make you a sought-after dive partner. Navigate for the group, handle emergencies, dive confidently.
Leadership skillsConfidence at Depth
Safe, controlled diving to 30m anywhere in the world. Handle nitrogen narcosis and manage deeper dive profiles.
Deep water masteryPhotography Ready
Better buoyancy means better underwater photos. Hold perfectly still at any depth for that perfect composition.
Pro-level stabilityReady to Dive Deeper?
See you in the blue. One message, no pressure — we’ll help you pick a date that works for you.
Small groups of four, real dives at Hòn Mun, taught by instructors who put safety first.