TAKE THE NEXT STEP
PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE IN KOH TAO
Build confidence after the Open Water course with five Adventure Dives, including Deep and Navigation, while exploring more of Koh Tao’s dive sites.
This course is a great next step if you want more experience, more depth and more variety underwater, without a heavy classroom-style schedule.
HOW YOUR ADVANCED COURSE WORKS
A two-day course with five Adventure Dives, more confidence underwater and a better feel for different types of diving.
Choose Your Dives
We start by talking through the dive options, so the course feels useful for your level,
interests and confidence.
Deep And Navigation
Deep and Navigation are included, helping you feel more comfortable with depth, direction and better dive planning.
Three More Adventures
You complete three more Adventure Dives, giving you the chance to try new skills and enjoy more variety underwater.
Dive To 30 Metres
After the course, adult divers are certified to dive to 30 metres, opening up more dive sites and deeper areas.
BEFORE YOUR PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE
Just the practical details before you start: how long it takes, what is included and what we take care of.
The Key Details
Duration: 2 days
Price: 10,900 THB per person
Dives included: 5 Adventure Dives
Depth rating: up to 30 metres for adult divers
What We Take Care Of
We include your PADI Advanced Open Water materials, instructor guidance, full scuba equipment, diving insurance, five ocean dives and your digital certification card.
GET READY FOR YOUR ADVANCED COURSE
Before the dives, we help you understand the plan, choose your Adventure Dives and make sure the two days feel clear from the start.
Before You Arrive
You can look through your PADI Advanced Open Water materials in your own time. They introduce each Adventure Dive, so you arrive with a better idea of what we will practise underwater.
When You Meet Us
We go through the schedule together, answer your questions and choose Adventure Dives that fit your level,
comfort and interests before heading out to dive.
BUILD CONFIDENCE BEYOND OPEN WATER
This course is for certified divers who want to feel more capable underwater, try different types of diving and get more from each dive.
More Than Extra Depth
You will practise real dive skills in different situations, from navigation and deeper diving to the Adventure Dives you choose with your instructor.
The aim is to help you understand more, stay calmer underwater and feel less dependent on simply following the group.
Guidance Where It Matters
Your instructor is there to help you improve, not overload you with theory.
You will get clear briefings,
practical feedback and support throughout the course,
so each dive helps you build confidence in a useful way.
WHO CAN JOIN THE PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE
You need to be a certified diver before joining, but you do not need to arrive feeling like an expert.
Certification Needed
You need to be a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver, or hold an equivalent beginner diving certification.
Minimum Age
The course is open to divers from 12 years old. Younger divers complete the junior version of the certification.
Medical Form
Every student completes a short scuba medical questionnaire before diving. Some answers may require doctor clearance.
Ready To Keep Learning
You should feel comfortable with basic diving skills, but the course is designed to help you build from where you are now.
HOW YOUR PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE RUNS
Two days, five Adventure Dives and more time exploring deeper, wreck, navigation, buoyancy and night diving around Koh Tao.
DAY ONE — ADVENTURE DIVES
11:00 or 6:10 — Meet At Flow Divers
11:50 or 6:30 — Two Adventure Dives
Deep / Wreck / Navigation / Buoyancy
16:30–18:00 or 11:15–12:15 — Return
17:15 — Night Dive, if scheduled
We plan the dive order around the best conditions,
boat schedule and the Adventure Dives chosen for your course.
DAY TWO — ADVENTURE DIVES
11:00 or 6:10 — Meet At Flow Divers
11:50 or 6:30 — Two Adventure Dives
Deep / Wreck / Navigation / Buoyancy
16:30–18:00 or 11:15–12:15 — Return
17:15 — Night Dive, if scheduled
You finish with more confidence
and a clearer idea of what you enjoy underwater.
Please note: exact timings and Adventure Dives can change depending on boat schedule, dive sites, sea conditions and your course plan. We’ll confirm the best schedule before the course starts.
YOUR DIVES, PROFESSIONALLY CAPTURED
Your dives are a big part of the experience. If you would like photos or video from your course, we can help arrange a dedicated underwater photographer or videographer, so you can focus on the training while still having something beautiful to remember.
During training dives, your instructor’s main focus is your safety, comfort and progress.
If you would like photos or video, the best option is to arrange someone dedicated to capturing the dives properly.
STAYING ON KOH TAO FOR YOUR COURSE?
If you are planning your dives and still choosing where to stay,
Flow Divers can help point you towards nearby accommodation options, so getting to the dive centre and boat is simple.
MAKE IT DELUXE
Want a little more from your PADI Advanced Open Water Course?
The All-Inclusive Deluxe option follows the same Advanced course plan, with a few extra touches added around your dives.
ALL-INCLUSIVE DELUXE — 15,900 THB PER PERSON
Deluxe extras:
Professional photos on two of your dives
Flow Divers T-shirt
Lunch for 2 days
Choose the Deluxe option in the booking section below.
BOOK YOUR PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE
Ready to take the next step after Open Water?
Join Flow Divers for a two-day Advanced course with five Adventure Dives, including Deep and Navigation.
Not sure which Adventure Dives to choose?
Send us a message before booking and we’ll help you pick the options that make the most sense for your level and interests.
PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Koh Tao
Price range: ฿10,900 through ฿15,900
WHAT COMES AFTER THE PADI ADVANCED DIVER COURSE?
After the PADI Advanced Open Water Course, you can keep building experience through fun dives,
Rescue training or PADI Specialties that match the kind of diving you enjoy most.
Keep Building Your Diving
Use your new confidence to enjoy more dive sites, practise what you learned and spend more time exploring Koh Tao underwater.
If you want to keep training, we can help you choose the next step — from Rescue Diver to Deep, Wreck, Nitrox or other Specialty courses.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE
Answers to the main questions divers usually have before joining the PADI Advanced Open Water course.
Do I need to be certified already?
Yes. You need to be a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver, or hold an equivalent beginner diving certification.
How old do I need to be?
The minimum age for the PADI Advanced Open Water Course is 12 years old.
How long does the course take?
With Flow Divers, the PADI Advanced Open Water Course is usually completed over 2 days and includes 5 ocean dives.
Do I need to complete a medical form?
Yes. Every participant completes a short scuba medical questionnaire before diving. Some answers may require doctor’s clearance.
Which dives are included?
Deep and Underwater Navigation are required. You then choose three more Adventure Dives with your instructor.
Is there a lot of classroom work?
No. The course is mainly dive-based, with short knowledge sections and clear briefings before each dive.
Can I fly after the course?
You should leave enough time between diving and flying. After multiple dives, DAN recommends at least 18 hours before flying.
Can I continue to the PADI Open Water Course afterwards?
Yes. You can continue your training later and complete the remaining parts of the PADI Open Water Course.
Still have a question?
If you are unsure about anything before booking, send us a message with your dates and what you’d like to do. We’ll get back to you and help you choose the right next step.