Course overview

The PADI Scuba Diver course is a shorter route into Red Sea diving, ideal if your Sharm El Sheikh holiday is tight on time. You cover the first three sections of Open Water theory and complete two training dives on calm reefs like Ras Katy, certifying you to dive to 12m under a professional's supervision. It is a fast track that can later be upgraded to full Open Water.

What you’ll learn

Prerequisites

What's included · What's not

Included
  • PADI eLearning theory sections one to three
  • Knowledge review with an instructor
  • Confined-water skill sessions
  • Two open-water training dives to a maximum of 12m
  • PADI Scuba Diver certification card
  • Upgrade pathway to Open Water Diver
Not included
  • Flights and airport transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

The PADI Scuba Diver pathway

PADI delivers the theory through eLearning, issues a digital and physical PADI Scuba Diver card, and credits all completed work toward a later Open Water upgrade plus Project AWARE awareness.

Where you'll dive in Sharm El Sheikh

Shallow sheltered reefs such as Ras Katy and Near Garden, with 0-18m profiles and easy access, make ideal training grounds. Warm 24-28C water and coral gardens full of clownfish and butterflyfish keep the experience relaxed and visually rewarding.

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