Get certified as a scuba diver in just three days with personalised instruction in Amed.
Get certified as a scuba diver in just three days with personalised instruction in Amed.
The PADI Open Water Course is your introduction to scuba diving, designed to build your confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment. With small groups and personalised guidance, you’ll have the time to develop your skills at your own pace while learning in some of Amed’s calmest and most accessible dive sites.
Learn to dive in Amed with personalised instruction, small groups and access to some of Bali’s most beginner-friendly dive sites.
This three-day course is designed to guide you step by step, starting in shallow water before progressing to open water dives, with the option to experience the USAT Liberty shipwreck as part of your training.
Accommodation is provided in a comfortable private double room located directly behind the dive centre, offering a convenient and well-connected base in Amed.
• 3 nights private double room
• Air conditioning
• Ensuite bathroom with hot water
• Private terrace with outdoor seating area
• Free tea and coffee
• Mini bar
• Welcome drink
• 3-minute walk to the beach
• 5-minute walk to snorkelling spots
• Walking distance to cafés and the dive centre
Shared room if booking for 2 divers
• PADI Open Water certification
• Online theory (can be completed before arrival)
• Shallow water training
• 4 Open Water dives (including USAT Liberty, weather permitting)
• Full dive equipment + dive computer
• Lunch on course days
• Snacks and refreshments
• Towel rental
• Free water refills
• Insurance (on request)
• GoPro footage
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This course is designed for beginners who want to learn to dive in a structured, supportive environment without feeling rushed. It’s ideal for those who prefer a clear progression, with time to build confidence before moving on to the next stage.
It works particularly well for:
• First-time divers with no prior experience
• Travellers with limited time who want to complete their certification in a few days
• People who prefer small groups and personalised instruction
• Those who want a balance of learning and enjoying the experience
It also suits anyone who wants to combine learning with real dive experiences, including the option to dive the USAT Liberty, while progressing at a comfortable pace.
To join the PADI Open Water Course, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:
• Minimum age of 10 years
• Able to swim 200 metres (any style, no time limit)
• Able to float or tread water for 10 minutes
• In good general health and comfortable in the water
You will also be required to complete a standard medical questionnaire before diving. If you answer “yes” to any medical conditions, clearance from a doctor may be needed prior to the course.
No previous diving experience is required.
“My friend and I did three fun dives and our Advanced Open Water course, and it was absolutely perfect. All the staff were super nice and the divemaster was a really good teacher.
We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel every time and also received complimentary GoPro photos and videos.”
“A perfect place. I did my Advanced Open Water course with Wayan, who explained everything perfectly. He answered all my questions in a way that was easy to understand and took all the time needed.
Underwater, he was a great mentor. Everything was easy and professional, both in and out of the water.
After finishing the course, I booked a package of 10 more dives, which was an even better decision. He and the whole team made every dive a great experience.”
“If I could give 6 stars I would! I did my advanced course there with my friends and we were treated like family. The crew is fantastic, professional, patient, flexible and with amazing vibes. Also some of the best prices in Amed.
Wayan, Boyod, Dede, Bayu, Tapik and all the rest — you have my gratitude, it was a real pleasure. If I come back to Amed, I’ll come straight back to you guys!
It is also a family business, which is always great.”
The instructors were great. They were very patient with me as an absolute beginner. The dive was really amazing. Even though the Liberty ship wreck is a famous spot with many divers, it’s also large so it was not crowded at all. The lunch afterwards was very nice as well. The videos and pictures were awesome and well balanced between the corals and the diver. I would definitely recommend diving with these guys and will do so, if I ever visit Bali again.
Wonderful experience with Bali Dive Cove. We did the “discover scuba diving” package with my wife, everything went very smoothly, the staff was very professional and patient. We had so much fun diving in the American ship wreck. Thanks again to the Bali Dive Cove team 🙏
As my first experience I totally recommend this place. The instructor Boyod is the best, for me was my first experience and he guided me through all the steps. He will make you feel so comfortable underwater. If you visit Amed don’t forget to check this place
Day 1
Arrive in Amed around midday, check in and relax or explore the area.
If you arrive before 3pm, you have the option to begin the course with your first shallow water session.
Day 2
Begin or continue the course with shallow water training, followed by your first Open Water dive (typically to 12 metres).
Day 3
Continue with shallow water sessions as needed and complete your second Open Water dive.
Day 4
Complete Open Water dives 3 and 4.
Liberty Wreck dives are typically scheduled at sunrise on the final day, offering the calmest conditions and allowing you to finish the course before check-out at 11am.
Theory is completed online, either before arrival or in your own time during the course.
This schedule is flexible and may be adjusted depending on how each diver is progressing, ensuring you have the time and support needed to build confidence at every stage.
Jemeluk Bay (Amed)
Jemeluk Bay is one of the main training sites in Amed, known for its calm conditions and easy shore entry. The gently sloping reef makes it ideal for your first open water dives, with depths reaching around 12 metres. It’s a comfortable and controlled environment where you can focus on your skills while enjoying clear water and a variety of reef fish.
USAT Liberty Wreck (Tulamben)
The USAT Liberty is one of Bali’s most well-known dive sites and a highlight of the course. Accessible from shore, the wreck lies between around 5 and 18 metres for Open Water divers. You’ll explore the outer structure of the wreck, gaining experience in a slightly deeper environment while diving alongside large schools of fish. It offers a very different experience from reef diving and is often a favourite part of the course.
• Extra night: IDR 500,000
• Airport transfer (one way): IDR 700,000
• Transport to/from other areas in Bali – View transport price list
Additional diving (after certification):
• 1 fun dive (same day after completing your final dive): IDR 360,000
• 2 dives (next day): IDR 900,000
• 1 dive (next day): IDR 500,000