PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Plus Course in Santa Maria
Activity
Scuba Diving
Included
Complete Diving Gear
Levels
Advanced
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Duration
8 hours
Availability
Aug 24 - Oct 14, 2026
Every day at 09:00
Note
Certification needed
Meeting place
Vila do Porto
At our diving centre on the premises of Hotel Colombo (Rua Cruz Teixeira, Hotel Colombo, 9580-473 Vila do Porto)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
Certified divers looking for a new challenge are perfect for the PADI Advanced Open Water Plus Diver Course in Santa Maria. While exploring the clear waters of the Azores, you learn new techniques and consolidate existing skills. During your six adventure dives, you have the chance to explore the unique subaquatic landscape characterized by volcanic formations around Santa Maria Island. Get ready for mystic caves, historic wrecks, colourful reefs and fascinating sea creatures, like the Manta Ray.
Goal of the course
This program helps you improve your diving skills and develop even more confidence underwater while diving to depths of up to 30m. You also have the opportunity to get to know different areas of diving and find out what you like best. The two adventure dives "Deep Diving" and "Underwater Navigation" are an obligatory part of the course. In addition, 3 other adventure dives can be chosen among wreck diving, rescue dive, search and recovery, peak performance buoyancy, fish identification and many more. The extra dive can be a refresh dive (it will be done first if chosen), a rescue adventure dive or a classic guided exploration dive.
Meeting & Preparation
We meet at our diving centre located on the premises of Hotel Colombo in Vila do Porto (free parking available). Here you meet your instructors, receive the diving equipment and can use the changing rooms. As soon as everybody is ready, we start the course with a short theoretical introduction.
Course content
- Day 1: Deep Dive + Underwater Navigation Dive
- Day 2 & Day 3: 4 dives of your choice
Note: The order and length of the individual parts of the course can change and will be individually adapted by the instructor.
Included Services
- Certified PADI diving instructor
- High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights)
- Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives)
- E-Learning material
- PADI registration fee & certificate
- Light lunch and water on the boat
Requirements
- Minimum age: 12 years
- Physical health
- Certified Open Water Diver
Bring Along
- Diving Certification
- Logbook
FAQ
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What marine life might I see on this activity?
The waters around Santa Maria are known for their unique volcanic formations, colourful reefs, and fascinating sea creatures, including the Manta Ray.
What are the requirements to join this course?
To take part in this course, you need to be at least 12 years old, be in good physical health, and already be a certified Open Water Diver.
What is included in the course?
The price includes a certified PADI instructor, all the necessary diving gear, a scuba tank, e-learning material, the PADI registration fee and certificate, as well as a light lunch and water on the boat.
What should I bring with me?
You should bring your diving certification and your logbook with you.
How many dives are part of the course?
The course consists of a total of six adventure dives.
What will I learn during this course?
This course helps you improve your diving skills and confidence. It includes mandatory dives for "Deep Diving" (up to 30m) and "Underwater Navigation", plus three other adventure dives of your choice from a list of specialties.
Where do we meet?
You will meet at the diving centre, which is located on the premises of Hotel Colombo in Vila do Porto. Free parking is available on site.
From
489 €
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The activity PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Plus Course in Santa Maria by Haliotis Santa Maria in Vila do Porto is available every day, from August 25, 2026 through October 14, 2026. Each day offers 1 start time at 9:00. Sessions last 3 days and are offered as group activities. Prices start from €489.00 per person.
