PADI Advanced Diver Course
Ready to take your diving to the next level? You've come to the right place! Our Advanced Open Water Course is your gateway to new depths, enhanced skills, and unforgettable adventures. Over two thrilling days, you’ll complete five ocean dives, including a dive on the legendary HMNZS Canterbury Wreck. This course is all about building your confidence, expanding your skills, and unlocking new underwater experiences. Get ready to dive deeper, explore more, and truly become an advanced diver!
Course Highlights:
- 2 action-packed days of diving
- 6-8 hours of engaging online learning
- Certified to dive up to 30 meters
- Dive on Enriched Air (Nitrox)
- Explore the iconic HMNZS Canterbury Wreck
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What to expect on your course
Before the course - Complete your PADI E-Learning
Just like your first PADI course, when you sign up, you’ll receive an email from PADI with access to your online learning materials. With e-learning, you can study at your own pace, right from the comfort of your couch, using our digital classroom. While smartphones work fine, a computer or tablet with a larger screen will enhance your learning experience.
You’ll only need to complete the five sections relevant to the dives we'll be doing, though you're welcome to explore all the content if you’re eager to dive deeper. If you encounter any issues or need assistance, just give us a call—we’re here to help!
Day 1 - 3x dives. Navigation, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Enriched Air (Nitrox
Get ready for an epic start to your adventure! We kick off Day 1 bright and early, meeting at the dive shop at 7 am. Then, it's off to Matauri Bay for three incredible dives. You'll master underwater navigation, hone your Peak Performance Buoyancy (PPB) skills, and dive deeper with Enriched Air (Nitrox). Day 1 is all about perfecting your skills, gaining confidence and having a blast underwater!
Matauri Bay or Putataua is the beach where we will be shore diving. This site is an amazing reef structure that heads out around the point. We will see loads of fish such as snapper, schooling koheru sandaggers wrasse, moray eels and maybe some eagle rays. The water temperature ranges from 16c in the winter to a lovely 22c in the summer time. You will need to bring your togs, towel, lunch and a jacket.
Day 2 - 2x Dives, Deep Diving (30m), Wreck Diving on the HMNZS Canterbury
Day 2 takes the adventure to a whole new level as we head out to Deep Water Cove for our Deep and Wreck Dives on the stunning HMNZS Canterbury. This ex-Navy frigate, purposefully sunk for divers, is an incredible playground waiting to be explored. Deep Water Cove, protected by a Rahui, teems with vibrant marine life, from colorful fish and sponges to the occasional dolphin sighting.We’ll complete two exhilarating dives here, surrounded by the beauty of the underwater world. The day is packed with exploration and fun, and the journey is just as exciting—it's a 35-minute ride on our boat, Rika Maru. Don’t forget to bring a windproof jacket for the trip back, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water!
Important Information
Age: The minimum age is 15 for this PADI Diver Course. Younger students (12-15 Years) can complete a Jr Advanced Dive Course.
Max Depth: The maxmium depth we will dive to is 30m on this course.
Medical History: All Divers are required to complete an PADI Medical Form. This form is valid for 12 month. Please click here to download the PADI Medical Form.
Equipment:
To get started, all you need is your own mask and snorkel—we’ll provide everything else! You’ll be fully equipped with a 7mm Beuchat wetsuit, Scubapro fins, weight belt, boots, Aqualung & Scubapro BCD, regulators, and dive computers. For added comfort, we recommend investing in your own gear. Our store stocks a wide range of top-quality scuba equipment, and our instructors are here to help you find the perfect fit for your diving adventures!
Please read before booking
All courses require a min $200 deposit for your online learning: please note that your deposit is non-refundable. Full payment must be made to secure your space on the course. We know life happens so changes can be made to your booking, please note a rebooking fee of $150 applies for sickness (yourself or family), Covid-19 and unexpected circumstances in your life that may stop you attending the course. Students that are a 'No Show' on the day without any contact via email or phone will be removed from the course and are not entitled to any refund.The course must be completed within 12 months if the student exceeds this timeframe without completing the course, the student will need to purchase a new course at the current course price (minus the $200 elearning fee). Please note for safety reasons the course may be postponed due to weather, we will be in touch with you to reschedule if this is the case. Before booking please make sure you have read and understood the Risk Disclosure form that can be found here. Booking into a course confirms that you have read and agree to this document.
