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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Jeśli chcesz być wożony na kurs limuzyną, mieć szkolenie nurkowe z PowerPointa w klimatyzowanej sali wykładowej z drinkami z palemką, a instruktor ma na Ciebie patrzeć z góry i traktować jak kolejnego klienta do wydojenia — to szukaj gdzie indziej.Z Moniką na dive spot pojedziesz punktualnie “skoro świt”. Na miejscu (każdego dnia innym) dowiesz się, jak w praktyce zastosować wiedzę z kursu w aplikacji SSI. Potem wykonujesz każde ćwiczenie tyle razy, aż poczujesz się bezpiecznie. Jeśli trzeba coś powtórzyć — Monika z anielską cierpliwością wszystko wytłumaczy i, co najważniejsze, pokaże, jak prawidłowo wykonać ćwiczenie.A jak zrobisz coś głupiego — to w żołnierskich słowach Ci to powie, tak że drugi raz tego nie zrobisz i dobrze zapamiętasz 😄 Jest mega cierpliwa, a co dla niektórych szczególnie ważne — ma świetne podejście do dzieci.Znalazłem ich na grupie nurkowej na FB — polecili ją znajomi, którzy też z nią robili swoje pierwsze machnięcia płetwą. I nie żałuję ani minuty z tych trzech intensywnych dni.13-letni syn — zachwycony przyjazną atmosferą i praktycznym podejściem do szkolenia. I co najważniejsze - szacunkiem z jakim był traktowany jako początkujący nurek. Nie wiem, czy taki kurs da się przeprowadzić lepiej lub w lepszej atmosferze. Ja już szukać nie będę — kolejne stopnie też zrobię tutaj! 😊

Spent 4 days diving with Deep South. Nice material, Staff very helpful and professional, diving guide very friendly. Will defo recommend them to plan your diving holidays in Egypt and Marsa Alam.

Bardzo polecam to centrum nurkowe. Genialna organizacja mojego kursu. Bardzo sympatyczna ekipa. Wielkie podziękowania dla Moniki oraz Victorii za opiekę oraz wsparcie podczas kursu. Na pewno będę polecała wszystkim.

Właśnie ukończyłem kurs OWD nie mogłem wymarzyć sobie sobie lepszej szkoły i instruktora. Pani Monika z wielką pasją i zamiłowaniem uczy nowych kursantów( dodam że dowiedziałem się dużo więcej informacji i rad niż znajomi którzy robili licencję w Polsce). Gorąco polecam nie ma lepszej szkoły żeby zacząć przygodę z nurkowaniem. Instruktorzy to zawodowcy i bardzo doświadczeni nurkowie. 🤩

Deep South Dives to najlepszy klub nurkowy w Egipcie! 😃 Zespół jest niesamowicie przyjazny i przede wszystkim profesjonalny i doświadczony. Miejsca nurkowe, do których zabierają, zachwycają pięknymi widokami raf i różnorodnością życia morskiego. Nurkowanie z tymi ludźmi jest niezapomnianym przeżyciem, które polecam każdemu wybierającemu się do Marsa Alam. Do zobaczenia 😄

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! :)

Amazing experience, the diving in the marsa alam area is exquisite and even better when you dive with a group of divers who are highly professional, friendly, cater to the specific need of each diver and most important love what they do. I dived with Mohamed, an experienced instructor using a sidemount and an old Hassan (not that old, but he is the old Hassan since there are 3 more young Hassans). Definitely try diving in elphinstone reef, it's some of the most healthy coral in the red sea. Thank you so much Deep South divers! Highly recommended!

Hands down the best diving school! They are very thorough, very sensible but also caring and warm, the instructors here make the first steps into scuba into an amazing experience. Every student is taught according to their progress and possibilities so that everyone can advance at their own pace. I saw such beautiful things and had such moving moments marvelling at the underwater world. From a complete beginner, I now know what to do in every basic situation that I'll find myself in! Muhammed and Monika are patient, kind and extremely professional teachers and if you want to get OWD certified - go to Marsa Alam and ask for them, it's gonna be great 😁 Regards - I'll be back for more dives!

I have dived at this center for 3 days, 2 dives each day. I can comfortably say it was one of the most amazing experiences i've had! The coral reefs here are in perfect conditions, and you can experience them with ease and tranquility thanks to the amazing personel, from whom i have learned a lot even in the short time i stayed. All the gear is in great conditions and all check have been made. This is my go-to center in Marsa Alam from now on.

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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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