What is included in the Open Water Referral course and what should I expect?

The course includes two days of ocean dives with expert instructors to complete your PADI Open Water certification. Expect guided dives, skill reviews, and practical training in Lahaina's ocean environment.

How long is the Open Water Referral course and what is the typical daily schedule?

The course lasts 2 days, typically with morning and afternoon dive sessions each day. Exact times will be provided upon booking to accommodate ocean conditions and group size.

Who is eligible to participate in the Open Water Referral course?

Participants must be at least 10 years old, in good physical health, and have completed the PADI Open Water knowledge portion with referral paperwork. No prior diving experience beyond the referral is required.

What should I bring or wear for the Open Water Referral course?

Bring your referral paperwork, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and any personal snorkeling or diving gear if you have it. Wetsuits and dive equipment are typically provided by the operator.

How do I book the Open Water Referral course, and what is the cancellation policy and meeting point?

You can book online or by contacting the dive center directly. The meeting point is usually the Lahaina dive shop or marina, with details sent after booking. Cancellation policies vary but generally require 24-48 hours notice for a refund.

Diver gearing up on beach for open water dive

Open Water Referral

The Open Water Referral in Lahaina lets you finish your PADI certification with ocean dives guided by experts. This two-day course runs mornings and includes four training dives.

$255.00

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Complete Your Open Water Referral Certification in Lahaina

The Open Water Referral course in Lahaina offers a convenient way to finish your PADI Open Water certification if you have completed the confined water and eLearning portions elsewhere. This two-day course allows you to complete your certification dives in the ocean under expert guidance.

Course Details and Schedule

Each day runs from 7:00 AM to as late as 12:00 PM, leaving your afternoons free to enjoy Maui. You will meet your instructor, receive a dive safety briefing, gear up, and enter the water from the beach. Over the two days, you will complete four open water training dives and the required skills to finish your certification. After each dive, you will log your experience and, upon completion, receive your Open Water Certification eCard.

Key Features of the Open Water Referral

Duration: 2 days
Location: Lahaina, Maui
Age Range: 10 and up
Ocean dives on real reef sites
Guided by experienced instructors familiar with local marine life

This course is ideal for divers ready to complete their certification while experiencing Maui’s vibrant marine environment, including turtles, eels, and endemic Hawaiian species.

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