Open Water Diver Course in Marsa Alam

Are you ready to explore the fascinating underwater world of Marsa Alam? The SSI Open Water Diver Course at Deep South Divers is your first step toward becoming a certified scuba diver. Whether you’re on vacation or starting a lifelong adventure, this beginner-friendly course offers the perfect balance of theory, practice, and real Red Sea diving.

Open Water Diver Course in Marsa Alam

✅ Course Requirements

Before enrolling in the Open Water Diver course in Marsa Alam, participants must meet the following conditions:

  • Minimum Age: 12 years old (minors require parental or guardian consent)
  • Swimming Ability: Must swim 200 meters and float or tread water for 10 minutes
  • Health: Medical clearance may be required to ensure you\’re fit for diving

🧰 What’s Included in the Course

We provide a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience. Your course fee includes:

  • Practical training in a confined water environment
  • Four open water dives in Marsa Alam’s world-class dive sites
  • Full dive equipment rental (excluding specialty gear)
  • Certified SSI instructors guiding each session
  • SSI course materials and official certification processing
  • Transportation to and from dive sites (within 20km of Marsa Alam City)*
    *For accommodations farther than 20km, extra fees may apply.

Open Water

🤿 What to Expect During the Course

🌟 Hands-On Training

Start with theory and shallow water exercises, then progress to thrilling open water dives in Marsa Alam’s vibrant coral reefs and calm lagoons.

🧑‍🏫 Personalized Instruction

Learn from experienced and certified SSI instructors who ensure you progress confidently and safely throughout the course.

🌍 Global Certification

On successful completion, you\’ll receive the SSI Open Water Diver Certification, allowing you to dive up to 18 meters anywhere in the world.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Small Group Sizes for Better Learning

To maintain the highest quality, we keep our student groups small. This ensures personalized attention, more hands-on time with instructors, and greater comfort underwater.

🧳 Optional Extras & Equipment Notes

While we provide rental gear, you’re welcome to bring your personal equipment. All gear is professionally maintained for safety and comfort.

🔒 Safety Comes First

We prioritize your safety. Our dives follow strict safety protocols and are conducted under close supervision in safe, controlled conditions.

❗Cancellation & Refund Policy

We understand plans change, and we offer flexibility:

  • Full refund if canceled 48 hours in advance
  • Rescheduling or refund in case of bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances
  • Medical cancellations require a doctor’s note for a full refund
  • No-shows are non-refundable without prior notice

📄 Terms and Conditions

By booking the Open Water Diver course, you agree to the following:

  • Minimum Age: 12 years
  • Parental Consent: Required for participants under 18
  • Booking Confirmation: Valid only after full payment or deposit
  • Waivers: A signed liability waiver is mandatory
  • Schedule Changes: We reserve the right to adjust timing or locations as needed
  • Insurance: Dive insurance is recommended
  • Equipment Responsibility: Participants may be liable for damaged/lost equipment due to negligence
  • Image Use: We may capture photos/videos for promotional use unless you opt out

📍 Why Choose Deep South Divers in Marsa Alam?

Located in one of Egypt’s top diving destinations, Deep South Divers offers expert training, stunning dive sites, and an unforgettable Red Sea experience. The SSI Open Water Diver course is your ticket to a new underwater world—join us and dive into adventure!

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Czas spędzony na nauce i certyfikacji z Moniką i całą ekipą to wspomnienia na lata! Będę wracać bo opieka wiedzą i profesjonalizm połączony z bezpieczeństwem jest tutaj na najwyższym poziomie 💪

Coś niesamowitego! Byłam przed kursem przerażona, ze nie dam sobie rady a tymczasem WOW!Cała ekipa była zachwycająca. Czuliśmy się zaopiekowani przez cały czas wspólnego nurkowania a oprócz tego atmosfera była nieziemska. Monia jest super ciepłą osobą a Synuś wprowadził nas w ten cudowny świat i wyjaśnił wszystko krok po kroku. Kolejnego dnia, gdy nurkowaliśmy z chłopakami czułam się jak rybka w wodzie i wszystkie zmartwienia odeszły. Ekipa wie co robi, sprzęt sprawdzany jest kilkukrotnie. Żadnych obaw tylko keep calm 👌👌👌Naprawdę bardzo polecam! Już nie mogę się doczekać kolejnego spotkania

Highly recommended dive center for all divers around the world who needs to be treated professionally, enjoying diving and courses When you visit a place and treated with respect from owners of this business, you feel proud They are professional enough to give a service with smile and enjoy diving with you. Good and decent comment in diving is very important for all divers to improve their skills and develop their performance, all what you will ask, you will get an answer All staff are fluent in English and other languages Equipments are shining from cleanliness and always ready Security of your belongings all the time while you are in water Thanks for Mohamed Moustafa, Hassan Abou el enien and Mohamed Hassan don’t want to forget anyone but they are all amazing team Well done and for more to come inshallah Some photos from dive sites, under water photos are on their super easy user friendly web site and social media platforms

We just spend 4 days diving with Deep South Divers and we had a blast. They are a very professional group with fun instructors and guides. We did a deep diver course with them and we are super glad we did. Thank you Moudy for showing us what lies beyond 30 meters! 😍

To było fantastyczne doświadczenie! Monika bardzo profesjonalna, doświadczona, świetne towarzystwo, niesamowita atmosfera, gorąco polecam. Z chęcią to powtórzymy! Wielkie dzięki 😁

Z Moniką zaczęła się nasza przygoda z nurkowaniem i tak w Deep South Divers ukończyliśmy nasz pierwszy kurs nurkowy OWD we wrześniu 2021. Co roku wracamy i za każdym razem przeżywamy kolejne piękne podwodne przygody. To ekipa wspaniałych i doświadczonych Instruktorów. Mimo, że mamy ukończony podstawowy stopień kursu, to zawsze jesteśmy obdarowani dużą dawkom nowej dodatkowej wiedzy. Czujemy się bardzo dobrze zaopiekowani a to wszystko w cudownej atmosferze. Duży wybór możliwości miejsc nurkowych. Bardzo dobre zaplecze z bazą nurkową, sprzęt pomiędzy nurkowaniami każdego dnia zabezpieczony, wypłukany i wysuszony. Monika, Montana, Moody, Hassan i dla całej ekipy wielkie podziękowania. Bardzo polecam.

My partner and me made our Open Water Diver certificate with Deep South Divers. Our instructor Moudy is a very professional instructor and made us feel all the time safe and comfortable under water. We can absolutely recommend this Diving School - everything was well organized, even a pick up from the hotel was possible. We would choose Deep South Divers every single time again! And thanks to the really helpful and friendly crew! :)

Zdecydowanie jedno z najlepszych doświadczeń w życiu! Świetni instruktorzy - pełen profesjonalizm i dbałość o bezpieczeństwo, solidna dawka wiedzy. Pojęcie takie jak nuda, nie istnieje podczas szkolenia! Serdeczne podziękowania dla Moniki i Mohameda, za wprowadzenie nas w podwodny świat, w bardzo komfortowych warunkach 😉. Niebawem wracamy do was, nabierać kolejnych doświadczeń!

I had a great time with these guys. Every dive spot they chose had something unique. Dive masters are very professional and helpful. English works well. Full recommendation

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  • Head Office
    68 street, Downtown, Marsa Alam, Red Sea
  • Dive Center
    Dolphin Continental Hotel, El Quseir, Red Sea
  • Operating Hours
    Daily: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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