Advanced Open Water Diver Course
Expand your skills, dive deeper, and gain real underwater confidence.
The Advanced Open Water Diver program is designed for certified Open Water divers who want to improve skills, gain experience in new environments, and increase their maximum depth limit through guided specialty dives in the Caribbean.
Take Your Diving to the Next Level
This program builds on your Open Water foundation and introduces you to new diving environments and techniques. You will complete five adventure dives, including Deep Diving and Underwater Navigation, plus three additional specialty-focused dives selected based on conditions and interests.
The goal is not just depth — it’s skill development, situational awareness, and increased underwater confidence.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Academic briefings before each dive
5 adventure training dives
Deep dive (required)
Underwater navigation dive (required)
3 additional adventure dives (based on conditions)
Skill refinement & buoyancy development
Training is conducted in small groups to ensure personalized attention, comfort, and confidence throughout the entire certification process.
Duration: 2-3Days
Total Dives: 5 Adventure Dives
Max Depth: Up to 30 m / 100 ft
Minimum Age: 12 Years Old
Requirement: Open Water Certification
Who Is This Course For
• Certified Open Water divers
• Divers seeking deeper depth limits
• Travelers wanting advanced training
• Divers preparing for Rescue or Professional levels
• Divers wanting structured experience growth
What’s Included
Full scuba diving equipment
Wetsuit
6 adventure dives
Professional SSI instructor
Certification processing
Marina access
Marine park conservation fees
Drinking water onboard
Specialty Training Days
11:30 AM check-in · 12:30 PM departure · 2 specialty dives · Return ~4 PM
Skill Expansion & Experience Building
Additional adventure dives · Skill progression · Reef training
Deep Dive & Course Completion
8:30 AM check-in · 9 AM to 12:30
deep dive · Course completion
Advanced Open Water Diver — $395 USD
All-inclusive program. Scuba equipment, wetsuit, marina access, certification processing, and marine park conservation fees are fully included throughout your training.
Your Certification overview
Upon completion, you will earn the Advanced Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive worldwide up to 30 meters / 100 feet, depending on training agency standards.
Start Your Diving Journey
There’s no better place to upgrade your skills than the warm, clear waters of Cancun. Our team will guide you step by step —
Available Adventure Dives in Cancun
In addition to the required Deep and Underwater Navigation dives, additional adventure dives are selected based on ocean conditions and diver progression.
Common options in Cancun include:
• Drift Diving
• Peak Performance Buoyancy
• Night Diving
• Boat diving
• Marine Ecology & Reef Awareness
Advanced Open Water Diver — FAQ
Requirements & Safety Information
Participants must hold a valid Open Water Diver certification. A review dive may be recommended if the diver has been inactive for an extended period.
All dives are conducted under professional supervision. Dive sites are selected according to training progression, weather, and ocean conditions to ensure safe skill development.
All divers must be in good general health. Certain medical conditions such as asthma, heart problems, epilepsy, respiratory conditions, or recent surgeries may require medical clearance before diving.
For safety reasons, flying is not recommended within 12–18 hours after diving.
Contact Information
Vision Oceanos SSI Dive Center
Blvd. Kukulcán Km 3.5, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Phone / WhatsApp: +52 9981458300
Email: visionoceanos@gmail.com
Website: https://visionoceanos.uno
Located in the Cancun Hotel Zone with direct access to marina departures for reef, wreck, and underwater museum dive experiences.