Open Water Course
Open Water Course
Learn to dive in the warm, clear waters of San José del Cabo. The PADI Open Water Diver course is your gateway to the underwater world — taught by experienced instructors and backed by global certification.
Quick Facts:
- 3-day course, taught in small groups
- Includes PADI eLearning, certification, and equipment
- Confined water session + 4 open water dives
- Learn to dive up to 18 meters / 60 feet
- Available year-round
The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular entry-level certification — and there’s no better place to learn than the biodiverse, life-filled waters of San José del Cabo. You’ll begin with PADI’s eLearning, which covers dive theory, equipment, and safety. Then, over the course of three days, you’ll complete a confined water session in our custom-built dive pool, followed by four open water dives with one of our experienced PADI instructors. Each session is designed to build confidence step-by-step, from practicing mask clears to perfecting buoyancy and learning controlled descents. All gear is included, and class sizes are kept small to ensure a personal, supportive learning experience.
Course Requirements / Prerequisites
- Must be at least 10 years old
- Must be able to swim and float comfortably
- Completion of PADI Open Water eLearning required before Day 1
- Medically fit for diving (PADI medical form)
- No prior dive experience required
Course Schedule:
Day 1: Pool training from 13:00 – 17:00 at Dive Cabo in Cabo San Lucas
Day 2: Open Water dives 1 + 2 from 8:00 – 13:30 with us here at East Cape Explorers
Day 3: Open Water dives 3 +4 from 8:00 – 13:30 with us here at East Cape Explorers
Deposit & Cancellation Policy:
- A deposit of $250 USD is required to secure your booking.
- For details on cancellations and refunds, please refer to our Cancellation Policy.
All add ons must be requested in advance:
- Passenger: $50 USD, availability dependent
- Rental equipment included
- Option to upgrade to a Private Open Water Course
Private Instruction
Want more one-on-one attention? Book your Open Water Diver course privately with a custom schedule and personal instructor, at $820USD per student.
