Advanced Open Water Course in Labuan Bajo by Dragon Dive Komodo
- Dive deeper with our Advanced Open Water course, uniquely offered by Komodo's only PADI 5* IDC Dive Resort with a pool
- Elevate your skills in our swimming pool before taking on the thrilling challenges of Komodo's diverse dive sites
- Learn advanced diving techniques with the assurance of PADI 5* IDC safety standards and expert instructors.
- Tailor your course with specialty dives that interest you, under the guidance of our experienced dive professionals.
- Utilize our resort's unique facilities to confidently explore deeper and more challenging dives around the magnificent Komodo National Park.
What to expect
This course boosts scuba confidence and skills via Adventure Dives. Under your PADI Instructor's supervision, explore specialties, log dives, and broaden capabilities, making scuba more enjoyable. Plan your path with your instructor, picking from numerous Adventure Dives. Two are required: Deep and Underwater Navigation, and you select three more for a total of five dives.
The Deep Adventure Dive teaches planning for deeper dives' challenges and effects. The Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive hones compass skills and enhances navigation using kick-cycles, visual cues, and timing. Other skills you gain depend on your interests and adventures, such as photography, buoyancy control, fish identification, and nitrox exploration.
Good to know
Practice Strong Current Diving: Komodo is known for its strong currents. Get comfortable with drift diving techniques and managing your buoyancy in varying currents before the course to enhance your confidence and safety.
Enhance Your Navigation Skills: Brush up on your underwater navigation skills. The complex landscapes of Komodo’s dive sites make it a perfect place to practice, but being a bit prepared can greatly improve your learning experience.
Focus on Conservation: Learn about the marine life and coral conservation efforts in the Komodo National Park. Understanding the environment will enrich your diving experience and encourage responsible diving practices.