PADI Open Water Diving in Hurghada: 3-Day Course

From theory to 18-meter dives in three days, step by step in calm water.

A 3-day PADI Open Water Diver Course in Hurghada teaches you to dive independently in the Red Sea through theory, shallow-water drills, and open water dives under direct instructor supervision. The course runs in small groups with a certified instructor fluent in English, French or German. Hotel pickup, all diving equipment, lunch and your logbook are included. You finish certified to dive up to 18 meters anywhere in the world.

The experience

The course starts with theory (either online or taught by your instructor) covering diving principles, equipment and safety rules. You learn at a pace that keeps you comfortable, with clear explanations and personal coaching throughout. Once you understand the fundamentals, you move to shallow, calm water in the Red Sea to practice the essential skills you'll need underwater. This is where the nervousness usually drops away: your instructor stays close, you repeat each skill until it feels natural, and nothing moves fast.

After shallow-water practice, you board the diving boat for your open water dives. This is where the certification happens. You apply everything you've learned under direct supervision, descending to greater depths as your confidence builds. The boat trip runs six hours total, and you complete multiple dives across the three days. By the end, you hold a PADI Open Water card valid worldwide and can dive independently down to 18 meters: on a reef, in a quarry, or anywhere else you choose to go.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you don't arrange transport. The boat provides all diving equipment (wetsuit, tank, regulator, weights, everything), so you arrive with nothing but yourself. Lunch is a full buffet on the boat, plus water, soft drinks and hot drinks throughout the day. Your diving logbook goes home with you, a record of every dive and the skills you've mastered.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• all diving equipment (wetsuit, tank, regulator, weights, safety gear).
• PADI theory materials (online or instructor-led).
• six hours of boat time across the three days.
• two scuba diving stops.
• full buffet lunch and drinks (water, soft drinks, hot drinks).
• your diving logbook.
• certified multilingual instructor in English, French or German.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (10 to 60 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 4

Live guideEnglish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Divenemo Hurghada - Scuba Diving Center

Is this one for you?Book this course if you're staying in Hurghada without a car. The hotel pickup means you don't arrange transport, and the three-day pace lets you absorb each skill before moving to the next without feeling rushed.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and German.

What's the difference between this 3-day course and a 2-day or 5-day version?

The 3-day PADI Open Water course is the standard certification length. It gives you enough time to move through theory, shallow-water practice, and multiple open water dives without rushing, and it's the most common option for beginners in Hurghada.

Do I need any diving experience to start this course?

No. This course is designed for complete beginners. You learn everything from the ground up (theory, equipment, safety, and skills) with an instructor who paces the training to your comfort level.

What happens if I get nervous underwater?

Your instructor stays with you throughout every dive and watches for any sign of discomfort. The course emphasizes safety and personal coaching, and you practice in calm, shallow water first so you build confidence before deeper dives. If you need to surface, you surface. The pace is yours.

Will I actually dive in the Red Sea, or just in a pool?

You practice essential skills in shallow, calm water first, then complete your open water dives from the boat in the Red Sea itself. The boat trip is six hours across the three days, and you apply your training in real conditions under instructor supervision.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The course includes hotel pickup and drop-off, all diving equipment, your PADI logbook, lunch (full buffet), and drinks throughout the day. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and any personal medications. The operator will confirm any other details when you book.