Scuba diving PADI courses in Aeolian Islands in Lipari

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Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: from 2-3 days to 4-7 days
Spoken languages: English, Italian
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
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Activity description

There's no need to go to the moon to discover a new world: a new planet is waiting for you just couple of meters below the water!

Enter the world of scuba diving: it's easy and fun!

What is an Open Water course?

The Junior Open Water and the Open Water courses are the first steps to become a certified scuba diver.  

The Advanced open water will improve your diving level.  The certifications are certified by the PADI association: your diplomas will be valid anywhere in the world!

Diving Center La Gorgonia is also recognized by PADI with the highest level of quality: the 5 Star Dive Resort label!  The center uses the best teaching methods and expertise to help you progress easily.

You will also be given first class facilities and equipment, sponsored by Mares!

Where?

The beautiful transparent waters of the Aeolian Islands will be your playground: you'll have the chance to observe the beautiful underwater scenery. You'll be impressed by the variety of landscapes and diving sites.

What's the structure of the course?

The Junior Open Water is designed for kids above 10 years old and it is the first step to become a certified scuba diver. 

The Open Water is designed for people over 15 years old. The certificate will enable you to dive independently up to 18 meters. 

The Advanced Open Water requires the Open Water certification and will enable you to dive independently up to 30 meters.

The Diving Center La Gorgonia will do its best to make sure that the courses fit your agenda.

Each Course is divided in different sections: theory and practice.

Theory courses can be held on site, using the center's books and videos, or directly online before you come to the diving center. In this case, the Diving Center La Gorgonia will provide you access to the online training on PADI's website. This option is a great opportunity to fully enjoy your vacation: no need to spend time studying books!

All the dives need to be done necessarily on site, with the support of your instructors.

Offers

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Junior Open Water Course
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PADI’s Junior Open Water course is similar to the adult certification program, but it is reserved for kids. 

At the end of the course depending on your age you will be able to: 

- If between10-11 years old: dive up to 12 meters with a PADI Professional. 

- If between 12-14 years old: dive up to 18 meters with a certified adult.

Once 15 years old you can ask the conversion of your Junior certificate into a regular Open Water certificate directly through PADI's website for free.

The course consists in:

- 5 in-class or online theoretical lessons to learn the basics of scuba-diving

- 5 dives shallow waters (pool or lagoon), accompanied by your instructor. Here you will get comfortable with your equipment, breathing techniques and safety rules. 

- 4 open water dives to validate all you've learnt, and start discovering the underwater amenities of the Aeolian Islands.  

 

Activity requirements

- Minimum age: 10 years old (minors need parental approval)
- Be able to swim
- Be in good physical health.
- No prior experience with scuba diving is required.

Special terms

- It is not recommended to take a flight until 24 hours after diving.

Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

2-3 days

Meeting point:

Salita San Giuseppe SNC, 98055 LIPARI (ME), ITALY

Included:
  • Diving Equipment
  • Dive guidance
  • PADI support documents and books
  • Boat transfers to the dive sites
Excluded:
  • Refreshments
  • Solar cream
  • Bathing suit
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Open Water Course
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The PADI Open Water course is easy and fun! It is your entrance ticket in the independent scuba diving world: you will be able to dive up to 18 meters. 

The course is structured as follows: 

- 5 in-class or online theoretical lessons to learn the basics of scuba-diving

- 5 dives shallow waters (pool or lagoon), accompanied by your instructor. Here you will get comfortable with your equipment, breathing techniques and safety rules. 

- 4 open water dives to validate all you've learnt, and start discovering the underwater amenities of the Aeolian Islands.  

At the end of the course you will get your PADI certification card, allowing you to dive worldwide

Objectives

With the Open Water PADI course, the objective is to make you become an independent diver up to 18 meters depth. 

Activity requirements

- Minimum age: 15 years old (minors need parental approval).
- Be able to swim.
- Be in good physical health.
- No prior experience with scuba diving is required.

Special terms

- It is not recommended to take a flight until 24 hours after diving.

Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

4-7 days

Meeting point:

Salita San Giuseppe SNC, 98055 LIPARI (ME), ITALY

Included:
  • Diving Equipment
  • Dive guidance
  • PADI support documents and books
  • Boat transfers to the dive sites
Excluded:
  • Refreshments
  • Suncream
  • Bathing Suit
3
Advanced Open Water Course
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The PADI Advanced Open Water Course addresses divers who have already earned their Open Water certificate and that have done, possibly, a couple of dives on their own.

If you want to step up your skills and reach new depths to discover new sites, this certificate is with no doubt what you are looking for! 

The course is structured as follows:

- 5 In-class or online theoretical lessons.

- 5 open water dives to validate all you've learnt, and further discover the underwater amenities of the Aeolian Islands.

 

Objectives

With the Advanced Open Water PADI course, you will be able to dive up to a depth of 30m and will learn new specific skills.

Activity requirements

- Open Water certificate
- Minimum age: 15 years old (minors need parental approval)
- Be able to swim
- Be in good physical health.
- No prior experience with scuba diving is required.

Special terms

- It is not recommended to take a flight until 24 hours after diving.

Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

4-7 days

Meeting point:

Salita San Giuseppe SNC, 98055 LIPARI (ME), ITALY

Included:
  • Diving Equipment
  • Dive guidance
  • PADI support documents and books
  • Boat transfers to the dive sites
Excluded:
  • Refreshments
  • Suncream
  • Bathing suit
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Meeting point

Salita San Giuseppe SNC, 98055 LIPARI (ME), ITALY Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule