Advanced Open Water Diver Course 2026
September 12, 2023
Open Water Diver Course 2026
Price range: RM1,268.00 through RM3,288.00
Pricing below is Per Pax.
What it includeds?
Not included
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Tioman Island
The PADI Open Water Diver course in Tioman Island is a beginner scuba diving certification program designed for first-time divers. Conducted over 3–4 days, the course includes PADI eLearning, confined water training, and four open water dives, resulting in a lifetime PADI certification recognized worldwide.
What Is the PADI Open Water Diver Course?
The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular scuba diving certification. It teaches the essential knowledge, skills, and safety procedures required to dive independently with a buddy, up to a maximum depth of 18 metres.
Who Is This Course For?
- Beginners with no prior scuba diving experience
- Travellers looking to get certified during a holiday
- Adults and children aged 10 years and above
- Non-swimmers with basic water confidence
What You Will Learn
- How to assemble and use scuba diving equipment
- Buoyancy control and underwater movement techniques
- Mask clearing and regulator recovery
- Basic dive planning and communication
- Essential safety skills and emergency procedures
Course Structure & Duration
The Open Water Diver course typically takes 3–4 days and includes:
- PADI eLearning (completed online before arrival)
- Confined water skill practice
- Four open water training dives in real ocean conditions
Why Learn to Dive in Tioman Island?
Tioman Island is one of Malaysia’s best destinations for beginner divers. With calm sea conditions, good visibility, and vibrant coral reefs, it provides an ideal environment for learning scuba diving comfortably and safely.
Open Water Diver Course vs Discover Scuba Diving (DSD)
| Open Water Diver Course | Discover Scuba Diving |
|---|---|
| International certification | No certification |
| Maximum depth: 18 metres | Maximum depth: 12 metres |
| Valid worldwide, lifetime | One-time experience |
After Certification – What’s Next?
After completing your Open Water Diver course, you can continue diving worldwide, join fun dives, or advance your skills with the Advanced Open Water Diver course.
Why Learn with TDB SunBeach?
TDB SunBeach is a PADI dive center in Tioman Island and part of the Tioman Dive Buddy group. We focus on small group training, experienced instructors, and beginner-friendly scuba diving packages designed for first-time divers.
Ready to Start Your Scuba Diving Journey?
Contact us via WhatsApp to check course availability, package details, and upcoming schedules.
| Video Session | |
| Snorkeling Lesson | |
| Equipment Lesson | |
| Diving Theory Lesson | |
| Confine Water | |
| Knowledge Review | |
| Theoretical Exam | |
| Small Group 1:4 |
Open Water Diver Course Itinerary
Before Arrival
Lesson Tutorial Video Watching 5 Chapter (compulsory completed before arrival）
First Day
07:00 – 12:00 Arrive at Genting Jetty, Breakfast, TDB SunBeach Check-In
12:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 16:30 Knowledge Review / Equipment Lesson
16:30 – 19:00 Snorkeling Lesson at Shore
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
20:00 – 22:00 Knowledge Review / Equipment Lesson
Second Day
07:30 – 08:30 Breakfast
08:30 – 12:00 Diving Theory + Skill Lesson, Confine Water at shore
12:00 – 14:00 Lunch + Rest
14:00 – 18:00 Shore Open Water 1
16:00 – 20:30 Dinner + Rest
20:30 – 21:30 Theoretical Exam
Third Day
07:30 – 08:30 Breakfast
08:30 – 12:00 Shore Open Water 2
12:00 – 13:30 Lunch
13:30 – 17:30 Open Water (Boat Dive) 3-4
17:30 – 20:30 Dinner + Rest
20:30 – 21:30 Theoretical Exam
Last Day
Check out before 11am
Home Sweet Home
Please arrive at Jetty Genting 1-2 hours before your ferry departure time.
Cataferry – 1 Hour before departure time.
Bluewater – 2 Hours before departure time.
Notes :
- Early Bird Promotion : Click Here
- Travel Period From : 01/Mar/2026 – 20/Nov/2026
- Before proceeding with your payment, please contact our customer service team to confirm the availability of your desired dates. This will ensure a smooth booking process and avoid any inconvenience.
- Free Boat Dives doesn’t included accommodation, meals and dive equipment.
- Free Boat Dives only can be used by the student who registered the course.
- Open Water Diver Course duration 4 days 3 nights
- If there any changes for the travel date, please inform us 2 weeks before the travel date otherwise deposit will be forfeited for the accommodation.
- If you fail the examination, you need to pay full amount as well, but you can come back and retake the examination within one year, and you just need to pay for the meals and accommodation.
- Please be advised that if the number of occupants in the room does not correspond to the designated capacity, additional charges in the form of an empty slot fee will apply.
- TDB SB reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice.
Zhang Wei –
第一次潜水就爱上了！教练很专业，环境也很安全。刁曼岛的海底世界太美了，期待下次再来！
Jia Hui –
潜水体验非常棒！教练很专业，耐心指导每一个动作。刁曼岛的海底世界太美了，强烈推荐！
Huang Mei Li –
一开始对潜水有点紧张，但TDB SunBeach的教练们超级温暖！他们一直鼓励我，还讲笑话让我放松～第一次看到小丑鱼的时候差点在水里笑出来，太可爱了！谢谢你们让我的旅程充满笑声和安全感！
Wei Jie –
This diving course felt like making a group of friends! The instructors weren’t just teachers—they were like adventure buddies. They took us to find turtles, showed us corals, and even taught us how to pose for photos. I’ll definitely bring my family next time! 🌊
Rachel Ong –
An incredible journey from start to finish at TDB SunBeach Dive Center, Tioman! My instructor Lim Rou was super patient and supportive. I loved how we got a full underwater video of our final dive—such an awesome memory to keep. Highly recommended for anyone serious about diving! 💙
Tan Wei Jun –
Just completed my Open Water course at TDB SunBeach Tioman with Instructor Alfred, and I’m beyond impressed. The structure, safety, and vibe were perfect. Loved the GoPro footage they provided—now I have proof that I nailed my buoyancy! 😄
Nurul Huda –
Took my course with TDB SunBeach Dive Center in Tioman, and it was a solid experience. My instructor Lim Rou was calm, knowledgeable, and made sure we all felt safe in the water. The included dive video was a nice touch, though I wish we had more close-up shots!
Mark Cheong –
Amazing 4-day course at TDB SunBeach Dive Center, Tioman with Alfred as our instructor. Everything from theory to open water dives was smooth. We even got video clips of us doing the skills and swimming with a turtle. Absolutely unforgettable!
Lim Pei Yee –
Learned so much at TDB SunBeach in Tioman. I was in Instructor Lim Rou’s group and she explained everything clearly. The dive sites were beautiful. The video was great, although a few scenes were a bit shaky. Overall, a wonderful learning trip!
Haris Azlan –
If you’re looking to get certified, go for TDB SunBeach Dive Center in Tioman! I had Instructor Alfred and he made the whole course fun and confidence-building. They even included underwater video highlights. 10/10 would recommend to friends and family.
王思颖 –
我是在TDB SunBeach 潜水中心（刁曼岛）完成开放水域课程的，教练是Lim Rou。她非常细心、有耐心，让我一个完全没潜水经验的人也可以顺利完成全部课程！我们最后一天还有水下摄影和视频，现在看到还会回味无穷，超级推荐！👍
刘家伟 –
第一次参加潜水课程就选择了TDB SunBeach Tioman真的太对了！我由Alfred 教练带领，整个过程专业又不失趣味。水下世界真的很震撼，还有专业的视频帮我们记录了每一个精彩瞬间，非常值得！强烈推荐给想学潜水的朋友！