
Padi Open Water Diver
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Padi Open Water Diver worth booking?
Padi Open Water Diver is a 72-hour experience in Papeete, French Polynesia, from $1,130 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 72 hours
- From
- $1,130 per person
With PADI, learning to dive has never been easier and more fun! Experience new adventures, make unforgettable encounters, expand your network of friends by becoming PADI Open Water Diver, the most recognized recreational diver certification in the world!
What you get
About this experience
With PADI, learning to dive has never been easier and more fun! Experience new adventures, make unforgettable encounters, expand your network of friends by becoming PADI Open Water Diver, the most recognized recreational diver certification in the world!
What's included
Included
- Snacks
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Papeete
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Eleuthera Tahiti Diving Center
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Padi Open Water Diver. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A remarkable team of people delivering an exceptional experience
Highly recommend the team at Plongee Eleuthera. I got my open water, advanced open water, and enriched air certs here over the course of two weeks. I can’t say enough good things about this wonderful group of people. Friendly, safety conscious, helpful, and attentive. French and English. Wonderful dive spots a short ride from the marina. A remarkable team of people. I look forward to coming back for more.
via Tripadvisor
A diving centre you can trust with your kids
Huge thank you to the Eleuthera Diving Centre team for all these unforgettable moments spent together underwater. Special thanks to Marama, Marie-Charlotte and Mael who were our youg kids open water junior instructors and to Christophe and Hortense for our last family dive at La Source. We left with fabulous pictures of turtles cooling down on corals in our minds! The instructors are clearly very experienced with young kids, they focused on safety of course but also took the time needed to reassure our kids and were very keen for them to enjoy themselves. So big thank you, you opened this new world for them and will not be forgotten! The equipment is also very new and adapted to kids. So we definitely recommend this diving centre! We are now back to London but hope to be back again one day!
via Tripadvisor
Great open water certification at Eleuthera Diving Center in Tahiti
I recently took the Open Diver Certification with Eleuthera Diving Center. They were great! From answering my questions promptly by email, to picking and dropping me off at my Tahiti hotel as promised to go to the Dive Center, to excellent instruction while having interesting dives. Their equipment was good and everything, from course, to pickup, to equipment, to instruction to logbook was included. I appreciated the equipment was loaded on the boat rather than personally having to drag my own tank. Everything was done very professionally. So glad, I did the certification while I was there. I would highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Many thanks for this comment ;)
via Tripadvisor
Top notch!
This place is top notch! Margo, Ella, and Miel took good care of us and made it fun! Tons of fish, turtles, eels, sharks etc. Niko was amazing from booking several months prior all the way through our 4 days with them! Helpful in every way!
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful company for my PADI open water diver certification with my husband. Excellent team of dive masters!
Spent our first 3 days in French polynesia with this company getting our dive certifications. Safe and trustworthy team. I was scared as this was my first time diving and Roman put me at ease and was very understanding. From offering pickup at our Airbnb to having snacks and espresso available to providing a fun and safe environment where my husband and I could learn; this team was beyond amazing! Roman had another woman in our group who did not have any certification and was just doing an intro dive and he was very patient with her as well! Would definitely recommend this team to any level of diver or novice looking to get a certification. Thank you to everyone who helped us!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 72 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Eleuthera Tahiti Diving Center, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.5.
See everything Eleuthera Tahiti Diving Center runsWhy this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Padi Open Water Diver: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Papeete.
How much does Padi Open Water Diver cost?
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Prices start at $1,130 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Papeete usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Padi Open Water Diver take?
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Plan for about 72 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Papeete is not rushed.
Is Padi Open Water Diver worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Papeete, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Padi Open Water Diver?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Padi Open Water Diver suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 72-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Padi Open Water Diver?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Papeete can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Papeete and add a light layer if any part of the 72-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Padi Open Water Diver start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Papeete within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Papeete?
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On Outty we rank every Papeete experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 5 Hours Tahiti Island Tour - West and East Coast - small group, Moorea 4WD Tour: Magic Mountain, Belvedere, Pineapple Road & More, Moorea 6-Hour Snorkeling and Lunch Shared Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Papeete?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Papeete?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Padi Open Water Diver?
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Included: Snacks; Use of SCUBA equipment; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Padi Open Water Diver include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 11 listed pickup locations in and around Papeete. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Padi Open Water Diver offered in?
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It is offered in English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Padi Open Water Diver?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Padi Open Water Diver wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Padi Open Water Diver if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Papeete. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Padi Open Water Diver?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities, good for families. The views and photo stops come up again and again.
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