PADI Dive Course - Open Water

Learn to Dive in Paradise with Dive Zone Whitianga

Ready to turn your ocean dreams into reality?

Our PADI Open Water Diver courses are the perfect launchpad into a lifetime of underwater adventure. With small groups, fast boats, and access to some of the Coromandel’s coolest dive sites, you’ll learn with the best in the business.

All your training gear is included, and once you’re certified, you’ll score a minimum 10% discount on any dive gear purchase. It’s the perfect way to kickstart your diving journey with confidence.

Contact us for upcoming course dates.

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Junior Open Water Diver (Ages 12–15)

A fun, safe, and unforgettable 4‑day course designed especially for young adventurers.

Price: $850 per child

Get in touch for available dates.

If your preferred dates are full, we can add you to our cancellation list.

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Why Choose the PADI Open Water Course?

If you’ve always wanted to explore the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. The PADI® Open Water Diver certification is the world’s most recognised scuba qualification, opening the door to dive adventures across the globe.

Who can join?

Anyone 10 years or older with basic swimming ability and good physical health. No previous scuba experience needed.

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What Your Course Includes

1. Online Knowledge Development

Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving at your own pace, online.

This must be completed before your practical sessions begin.

2. Confined Water Training

Master essential scuba skills in our custom‑built training pool.

3. Open Water Dives

Put your skills into action:

• Day 1: Two shore dives
• Day 2: A full day on the boat completing two boat dives

You’ll finish the course confident, capable, and ready for your next underwater adventure.

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Before You Book

Please read the Risk Disclosure Statement for Scuba/Snorkelling/Freediving.

Booking your course confirms you have read and understood this document.

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How to Enrol

When purchasing your course, please include the following in the additional delivery notes at checkout:

• Full name & date of birth
• Email address for your PADI eLearning
• For group bookings: details and email addresses for each participant

Contact us on the below information for group bookings

📧 info@divethecoromandel.co.nz
📞 07‑867 158