PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Cozumel

Advance Your Training, Build Confidence, and Dive More in Cozumel

Course at a Glance

Course: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Location: Cozumel, Mexico
Price: $475.00
Deposit: $150.00
Duration: Usually 2 days
Includes: PADI eLearning, rental gear, dive computer, three shore dives, one two-tank boat dive, certification, taxes, and fees
Minimum Age: 15 years old, or 12 for Junior Advanced Open Water Diver
Best For: Certified divers who want to build confidence, improve skills, and gain more diving experience

Take the next step in your scuba journey with the PADI Advanced Open Water course in Cozumel at Dive Boutique Cozumel. This course is designed for certified divers who want to advance their training, build confidence, and gain more real-world diving experience in one of the Caribbean's best diving destinations. Whether you are looking to improve your skills, continue your PADI education, or enjoy more of what Cozumel has to offer underwater, this course is a natural next step after Open Water certification.

Enroll Now and Choose Your Start Date

The PADI Advanced Open Water Course is $475.00 and includes PADI Advanced Open Water eLearning, rental gear, use of a dive computer, three shore dives, one two-tank boat dive, certification, taxes, and fees. A $150.00 deposit secures your space, with the remaining balance due at the beginning of the course.

The PADI Advanced Open Water course is all about experience and progression. You will complete five Adventure Dives, including the required Deep Dive and Underwater Navigation Dive, while also choosing from other adventure dive options based on conditions and your interests. At Dive Boutique Cozumel, your course includes three shore dives and one 2-tank boat dive, making it a practical and enjoyable way to build confidence, gain experience, and continue your training in Cozumel's clear, warm waters.

Cozumel is an ideal place to take your Advanced Open Water course. Calm conditions, excellent visibility, colorful reefs, and abundant marine life create an environment that makes continuing your training both rewarding and memorable. Instead of just checking off course requirements, you will build your skills in a location where every dive adds to your confidence and experience.

At Dive Boutique Cozumel, we focus on personal service, professional instruction, and a relaxed learning environment. We want you to leave not only with your PADI Advanced Open Water certification, but with stronger dive skills, greater confidence, and more excitement about where your scuba training can take you next.

How the PADI Advanced Open Water Course Works

During your Advanced Open Water course, you will complete five Adventure Dives. Two dives are required for all students:

Deep Adventure Dive
You will complete a deeper training dive beyond the normal Open Water depth limit. The maximum depth is generally 30 meters / 100 feet for standard Advanced Open Water Divers, or 21 meters / 70 feet for Junior Advanced Open Water Divers.

Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive
You will improve your underwater navigation skills using a compass, natural landmarks, kick cycles, and time.

You will then complete three additional Adventure Dives. Options may include:

• Peak Performance Buoyancy
• Boat Diving
• Drift Diving
• Night Diving
• Fish Identification
• Search and Recovery
• Wreck Diving
• Enriched Air Nitrox

Adventure Dive options may vary based on conditions, scheduling, and availability.

The following is included with your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course:

• PADI Advanced Open Water eLearning
• Three shore dives
• One two-tank boat dive
• Rental gear, including a dive computer
• Training and certification
• All taxes and fees

Why Take Your PADI Advanced Open Water Course with Dive Boutique Cozumel?

Dive Boutique Cozumel offers a professional but relaxed approach to continuing diver education. We focus on personal service, quality instruction, and helping divers build confidence through real experience in Cozumel's beautiful waters.

• Daily start dates that help you fit the course into your schedule
• Patient instructors who move at your pace, not theirs
• Clear, warm Cozumel waters for unforgettable dives
• Transparent pricing with no last-minute gear or certification fees
• Course structure designed to build confidence through real diving experience

Prerequisites:

To take the PADI Advanced Open Water course, you must be:

• A PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification from another training organization)
• 15 years old (12 for Junior Advanced Open Water Diver)

Complete a PADI Medical Statement. Please note that any "yes" answer to a question requires physician approval before any in-water activities. You can download the form and review it below:

Download Medical Statement

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be already an advanced diver to take this course?
No. The PADI Advanced Open Water course is designed for certified Open Water Divers who want to continue their training, build confidence, and gain more real-world diving experience.

How many dives are included?
The course includes five Adventure Dives, typically completed as three shore dives and one two-tank boat dive.

Which Adventure Dives are required?
The Deep Adventure Dive and Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive are required. The remaining three Adventure Dives are selected based on conditions, scheduling, instructor availability, and your interests.

What is included in the course?
The course includes PADI Advanced Open Water eLearning, five Adventure Dives, rental gear, use of a dive computer, training, certification, taxes, and fees.

What certification do I need before starting?
You must be a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver, or hold a qualifying certification from another recognized training organization.

Do I need to complete a medical form?
Yes. All participants must complete a PADI Medical Statement. Any "yes" answer requires physician approval before any in-water activities.

Can I book in advance?
Yes. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred dates and complete your PADI eLearning before arriving in Cozumel.