Course overview

Earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification on Ambergris Caye and qualify to dive independently to 18 metres worldwide. After confined-water training you complete open-water dives on the Belize Barrier Reef off San Pedro, frequently sharing the water with turtles, rays and colourful reef fish.

What you’ll learn

Prerequisites

What's included · What's not

Included
  • SSI Open Water Diver digital academics and assessment
  • Confined-water skill sessions
  • Open-water training dives on the reef
  • Equipment, planning and safety briefings
  • SSI Open Water Diver digital certification
  • All scuba equipment provided during training
Not included
  • Flights and airport transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

The SSI Open Water Diver pathway

SSI Open Water Diver is an internationally recognised entry-level certification earned through a digital learning platform, qualifying you to dive independently with a buddy to 18 metres. Academics can be completed online before arrival.

Where you'll dive in Ambergris Caye

Open-water dives use the Belize Barrier Reef off San Pedro, including the sheltered Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Clear water, gentle current and rich marine life through the April-to-November peak make good training conditions.

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Not included? Sort the rest of your trip

Flights and accommodation aren’t part of the course price, here’s how to book them around your dates.

Getting there

Fly into Belize City (BZE) · 22-26 hours from India.

Where to stay

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