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SSI Open Water Scuba Diving Course

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Overview

Becoming an SSI Open Water Diver is the best way to start your scuba adventure due to worldwide recognition! With personalized training and attention, your guides make sure you are truly comfortable underwater with the skills and equipment you will use. In general, an Open Water Diver course consists of 3 parts: Academics, Confined and Open Water Sessions.

What's Included

  • Application for Certification (D-Card)
  • Transportation Dive school to Dive Location
  • SSI Training Material (SSI App)
  • Hotel accommodations
  • Food and drinks
  • No Pick-up
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Caracasbaaiweg 360
Jan Thiel, Curaçao

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What To Expect

This globally-recognized certification program is the best way to begin your life-long adventure as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Minimum age is 10 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?

A: Participants in the SSI Open Water Scuba Diving Course cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive. The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS. Read more Jun 2024

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
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Participants in the SSI Open Water Scuba Diving Course cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.

The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.

Jun 2024
Q: Will I get seasick on SSI Open Water Scuba Diving Course?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the SSI Open Water Scuba Diving Course?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Application for Certification (D-Card).
  • Transportation Dive school to Dive Location.
  • SSI Training Material (SSI App).
  • Certification at the end of the course.
  • Dive Equipment.
  • Diving instructions.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel accommodations.
  • Food and drinks.
  • No Pick-up.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 10..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the SSI Open Water Scuba Diving Course is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for SSI Open Water Scuba Diving Course will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Application for Certification (D-Card)
  • Transportation Dive school to Dive Location
  • SSI Training Material (SSI App)
  • Certification at the end of the course
  • Dive Equipment
  • Diving instructions
  • Hotel accommodations
  • Food and drinks
  • No Pick-up

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Minimum age is 10 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
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