PADI OPEN WATER DIVER
Includes
e-Learning + certification
Price
$410
Length
3-4 days
LEVEL
beginner
Depth
> 60 ft
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Roatan, Honduras
Your first step toward becoming a certified scuba diver with Octopus Dive School
Overview
Ready to take the plunge into a new world? The PADI Open Water Diver course at Octopus Dive School is your gateway to unforgettable underwater adventures. Located on the stunning island of Roatan, Honduras, we offer a personalized, professional, and fun learning experience in the warm, clear waters of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef — the second-largest reef in the world.
By the end of your course, you’ll be a certified PADI Open Water Diver, confident and ready to dive anywhere in the world up to 18 meters (60 feet).
Includes
- PADI eLearning & certification
- Course materials
- 5 confined water sessions
- 4 open water dives
- Personalized instruction
- Equipment & gear
What You'll Learn
- How to assemble, use, & care for scuba gear
- Buoyancy control & safe diving techniques
- Dive planning & underwater navigation basics
- Problem-solving underwater
- Marine life interaction & conservation awareness
Course Structure
Learn at your own pace — anywhere, anytime. We’ll send you your PADI eLearning login so you can complete the theory from home. No classroom time on vacation!
🕒 Time commitment: 5–10 hours
Your first day of diving begins in our calm, pool-like conditions where you’ll build comfort and confidence with your gear and techniques.
🧭 Skills include: mask clearing, regulator recovery, buoyancy control, and more
Explore Roatan’s world-class dive sites while demonstrating your skills in real-world conditions. Each dive builds on the last, and before you know it — you’re a certified diver!
🕒 Total time: 3 days
👥 Max 4 students per instructor
Course Requirements
- Age: 10+
- Must be able to swim 200 meters
- Recent medical clearance (if required)
Why Learn to Dive in Roatan?
If you’re looking for the perfect place to begin your scuba diving journey, Roatan, Honduras checks every box. As one of the top-ranked scuba diving destinations in the Caribbean, it offers the ideal combination of beauty, accessibility, and beginner-friendly conditions. When you take your PADI Open Water Diver course here at Octopus Dive School, you’ll train in warm, calm waters alongside world-class instructors who are passionate about helping new divers succeed.
You’ll gain confidence, develop essential scuba skills, and earn a globally recognized certification — all while exploring the breathtaking marine life of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. It’s no wonder Roatan is considered one of the best places to learn to dive in the Caribbean.
Here’s why Roatan is a top choice for earning your scuba certification:
- Ranked among the top scuba diving destinations in the world
- Warm waters year-round (avg. 28°C/82°F)
- Calm conditions perfect for learning
- Stunning coral reefs, wrecks and vibrant marine life
- Affordable, high-quality dive education
Why Choose Octopus Dive School?
As a PADI 5-Star Dive Center operating since 2005, we specialize in small-group training with a maximum of 4 students per instructor. This allows for individual attention, faster skill development, and more confidence underwater. With over 30 years of combined experience on Roatan’s reefs, our team provides expert instruction in a safe and supportive environment
Start Your Diving Journey with Octopus Dive School Today
Whether you’re checking off your bucket list or beginning a lifelong passion, your scuba certification starts here. Become part of our dive family and experience the magic of the underwater world with trusted professionals.
$250
Open Water Referral
The PADI Open Water Referral program lets you complete your scuba more of your certification close to home — and finish the fun part it in Roatan - your four open water dives. It’s flexible, time-saving, and ideal for travelers who want to maximize their dive time on vacation.
OPEN WATER REFERRAL
