Level up to 30 m with five adventure dives in Bali. Train in Amed or Nusa Penida with Jukung Dive and seek Mola Mola and Manta Rays
PADI Advanced Open Water Course
Why Choose Jukung Dive for Your PADI Advanced Open Water in Bali
As the first 5-Star PADI Dive Resort in Amed, trusted since 2004, Jukung Dive offers world-class PADI Advanced Open Water training in Bali. With decades of teaching experience and a strong safety-first approach, we provide a professional, supportive environment where divers can progress confidently and comfortably.
You can choose where to complete your PADI Advanced Open Water Course depending on the experience you’re looking for. Train in Amed’s calm volcanic reefs, explore the iconic USAT Liberty Shipwreck, or challenge yourself in Nusa Penida’s more dynamic waters, home to manta rays and seasonal Mola Mola sightings. Both locations are fully equipped PADI dive centres and resorts, offering excellent conditions and flexibility while completing your certification. Your training dives take place at some of Bali’s most iconic sites, from Manta Point and Mola Mola cleaning stations in Nusa Penida to the historic USAT Liberty Wreck in Amed. Each dive is designed to build new skills, improve confidence, and develop your experience as an advanced diver in a safe, supportive setting.
We make the entire process simple and stress-free by organising everything for you. Our team creates personalised stay-and-dive packages across our two 5-Star PADI resorts and can arrange transport between locations if required. With all logistics taken care of, you can focus fully on your training and enjoying Bali’s best diving. Many divers choose to continue their journey with us after completing their Advanced Open Water Course, progressing to Rescue Diver or even Divemaster, and becoming part of the Jukung Dive family.
PADI Advanced Open Water, What it is and How it Works
Get your PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Bali and take the next step in your scuba diving journey. Train with a dedicated PADI Instructor in Amed or Nusa Penida, enjoy minimal classroom time and maximum time in the water, and gain real confidence and control while diving some of Bali’s most iconic sites. The PADI Advanced Open Water Course includes five adventure dives. Two dives are required, the Deep Dive to 30 metres and Underwater Navigation. You’ll learn how to plan deeper dives safely, understand how depth affects gas use and no-decompression limits, and navigate using natural references and a compass, helping your advanced diving in Bali feel smooth, controlled, and safe.
The remaining three dives are chosen based on your interests and the conditions on the day, allowing you to tailor the course to your goals. Popular options include Peak Performance Buoyancy to improve trim and air consumption, a Wreck Dive at the USAT Liberty in Tulamben to learn safe wreck diving techniques, a Drift Dive in Nusa Penida to master current control at sites such as Manta Point and Toyapakeh, and a Night Dive to build awareness and navigation skills after dark. If you discover a favourite, your adventure dive can be credited towards a full PADI Specialty.
Many divers choose to combine the course with PADI Enriched Air Nitrox to extend bottom time on deeper dives, allowing you to earn two certifications over five to six dives. After completing your PADI Advanced Open Water Course, you’ll be certified to dive to 30 metres and ready for more adventurous fun dives at sites like Crystal Bay, the Liberty Wreck, and Amed’s volcanic reefs, as well as perfectly prepared to continue on to the PADI Rescue Diver Course.
The course is typically completed over two days, with one day of two dives and one day of three dives. A night dive may be included depending on sea and weather conditions. We can run the course in Amed or Nusa Penida, adapt the schedule to suit your travel plans, and arrange transport between locations to ensure a smooth, seamless experience. Ready to start your Advanced Open Water Course in Bali and explore the island’s most unforgettable dive sites with confidence?
Get Your PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Nusa Penida...
Complete your PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Nusa Penida with a dedicated PADI Instructor at some of Bali’s most exciting dive sites. Nusa Penida is ideal for divers looking to build confidence in varied conditions while experiencing world-class marine life.
You can complete adventure dives such as Deep to 30 metres at Crystal Bay, Drift Diving through Toyapakeh and the mangrove channels, and Night Diving on calm fringing reefs such as Ped, Sental, and Karang Sari. Dives may include encounters with manta rays at Manta Point and, at certain times of year, the chance to see Mola Mola. This location is perfectly suited for Deep, Underwater Navigation, Drift, Peak Performance Buoyancy, and Night adventure dives, allowing you to earn your 30-metre certification while gaining real-world experience.
Stay-and-dive is made easy at our Nusa Penida resort, with the dive centre on site. We offer personalised stay-and-dive packages and can arrange accommodation, course scheduling, island transport, and transfers between our Amed and Nusa Penida resorts if you wish to split your training. Relax after diving at our modern resort, with an infinity pool overlooking Mount Agung.
Get Your PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Amed...
Complete your PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Amed with a dedicated PADI Instructor on calm volcanic reefs and clear bays, ideal for focused skill development. Amed offers relaxed diving conditions, making it perfect for refining buoyancy, navigation, and overall dive control.
Popular adventure dives include Peak Performance Buoyancy over sandy slopes, Underwater Navigation along gentle reef contours, a Night Dive in Jemeluk Bay with bioluminescence, and a Wreck Adventure Dive at the USAT Liberty in Tulamben. A gentle Drift Dive at Bunutan may also be included to build confidence with currents. You will complete the Deep Dive to 30 metres as part of your certification, preparing you for more adventurous fun dives and the PADI Rescue Diver Course.
Stay-and-dive is simple at our Amed resort, home to the first 5-Star PADI Dive Resort in Amed, trusted since 2004. We organise everything for you, including personalised stay-and-dive packages, course scheduling, island transport, and transfers between Amed and Nusa Penida if you choose to combine locations.
Your Path to Advanced Open Water Certification
1. Book and start eLearning
Once you book, we’ll send you your PADI eLearning materials so you can complete the knowledge development at your own pace before diving.
2. Choose your location and adventure dives
Select whether you’d like to train in Nusa Penida or Amed. Your course includes the required Deep Dive and Underwater Navigation, plus three additional adventure dives such as Drift, Wreck, Night, or Peak Performance Buoyancy, chosen based on your interests and local conditions.
3.Dive over two days and get certified
Complete five adventure dives over two days, typically with two dives on day one and three dives on day two. A night dive may be included depending on conditions. On completion, you’ll be certified to dive to 30 metres and ready to continue your training with the PADI Rescue Diver Course.
Includes:
PADI Instructor guidance, full rental equipment, a personalised course schedule, and optional transport between Amed and Nusa Penida if required.
Requirements for the PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Bali
For all PADI courses in Bali, you must complete the official PADI Medical Statement before any in-water training. The form can be downloaded in advance. If you answer “yes” to any question on page two, written clearance from a doctor may be required. We recommend reviewing the medical form early and contacting us if you have any questions before booking.
To join the PADI Advanced Open Water Course, you must already be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver, or hold an equivalent certification from another recognised training organisation.
After your deposit is received, we will issue your PADI eLearning. You’ll complete the knowledge development sections for each of the five adventure dives using the PADI App before arriving in Amed or Nusa Penida. Completing the theory in advance allows you to spend more time diving and less time in the classroom during your course.
The minimum age for the PADI Advanced Open Water Course is 12 years. Divers aged 12 to 14 will be certified as Junior Advanced Open Water Divers, with depth limits in line with PADI standards. From 15 years of age, certification is PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, with a maximum depth of 30 metres.
Completing the PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Bali can be a truly rewarding experience and often inspires divers to continue their training. Many guests go on to complete the PADI Rescue Diver Course or return for more diving adventures with us. Once you’ve experienced diving in Bali with Jukung Dive, it’s hard not to start planning your next underwater journey.
What’s Included in Your Advanced Open Water Course
Everything you need to complete the PADI Advanced Open Water Course and earn your 30-metre certification, with training available in Nusa Penida or Amed.
• PADI eLearning issued after deposit, complete the five short knowledge development sections in the PADI App before arrival
• Five open water training dives completed over two days
• Small groups with a dedicated PADI Instructor, typically two to four students, allowing for personalised coaching
• Full rental dive equipment included for the course, including dive computer and compass
• Lunch on each course day, plus drinking water, tea, coffee, and light snacks
• All local taxes and service fees included
• Final PADI Advanced Open Water certification upon successful completion, recognised worldwide
• Easy planning with our team, including stay-and-dive packages and optional transport between Amed and Nusa Penida
Good to know: Your PADI eLearning is issued once you book and is yours to keep. It can be used at any PADI dive centre worldwide and is non-refundable. The course deposit covers the cost of the eLearning. Please review our terms and conditions and complete the PADI medical form before booking.