PADI Course · International Certification
PADI Open Water Diver in Búzios
The internationally recognized certification that makes you an autonomous diver — your entry point to explore the ocean anywhere in the world.
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The PADI Open Water Diver is the most popular scuba certification in the world and the course that opens the door to the ocean. By the end, you'll be able to dive independently with a buddy, down to 18 meters, anywhere in the world.
The course combines knowledge development, confined-water training, and open-water dives, always guided by a PADI instructor. No previous experience is required — just a willingness to learn and feel comfortable in the water.
In Búzios, you complete the open-water stage in one of Brazil's most respected diving destinations, with visibility and marine life that make the certification an unforgettable experience.
What's included
PADI learning materials and platform access (eLearning or manual)
All scuba equipment during the course
Guidance from a certified PADI instructor
International PADI Open Water Diver certification upon completion
A Búzios Divers difference
You don't have to do the entire course in Búzios
Based in São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro? Depending on class scheduling and availability, you can complete the pool/confined-water stage closer to home and then come to Búzios to finish the open-water stage.
Availability varies by class and schedule — check upcoming dates with our team.
São Paulo
Pool / confined-water stage
Possibility of completing the pool stage in São Paulo before traveling to Búzios, depending on class scheduling and availability.
Rio de Janeiro
Pool / confined-water stage
Possibility of completing the pool stage in Rio de Janeiro before traveling to Búzios, depending on class scheduling and availability.
What newly certified divers say
I did my PADI Advanced Open Water Diver with the Búzios Divers team. The facilities are great and the team is even better. I felt well supported throughout the whole course. Safety is taken seriously.
Hugo Marino
3 months ago
Incredible experience! We loved every moment of the dive — an amazing team, extremely well-prepared and attentive, making us feel very safe. Everything was flawless, with care in every detail.
Julia Moreira
4 months ago
A 10/10 experience, no doubt highly recommended. It's also well worth booking the photos — they turned out beautiful!
May Justo
5 months ago
Open Water Diver FAQ
You need to know how to swim and feel comfortable in the water, but you don't need to be an advanced swimmer. PADI requires a simple swim and float test at the start of the course.
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