Open Water Scuba Course
Overview
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3 days
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If you’ve always wanted to take scuba diving lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. Get your scuba diving certification with the PADI Open Water Diver course – the world’s most popular and widely recognized scuba course. Millions of people have learned to scuba dive and gone on to discover the wonders of the aquatic world through this course and once you are certified you can dive anywhere in the world with the certification from the world's largest and best scuba organization.
Minimum age: 10 years
Duration: 3 days
Max depth: 18m/60ft
Additional Info
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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Scuba Dive the 2nd largest reef in the world and see thousands of fish and turtles while learning to scuba dive safely with an instructor. Featuring the world renowned PADI certification course, the largest scuba organization in the world and accepted everywhere. Includes some classroom instruction and review of your online work, shallow water skills and four Open Water Dives and all equipment needed. You will do the course work online, once you sign up for the course, we will contact you for some additional information and get you all set up with PADI so you can do the online work. It takes 6-8 hours to complete the online portion.
What‘s Included
Use of SCUBA equipment
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Open Water Scuba Course
Reviews
117 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Overcame with Abner to become dive certified
tabithar163,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Abner is an absolute legend! I cannot express enough gratitude for his incredible support and expertise. Diving was something that made me extremely anxious, but Abner’s patience and calm professionalism transformed my experience completely. He guided me through my dive certification with such care and understanding, making it not only educational but also an absolute blast! Under his watchful eye, I witnessed the breathtaking wonders of the sea—turtles, seahorses, squid, sharks, and an endless array of vibrant fish. Abner’s approach helped me conquer my dive anxiety, and I emerged not just certified, but with unforgettable memories and a newfound love for diving. And, if you’re considering diving, Abner is the one to go to—10 out of 10 recommend!
Amazing diving experience
935aldenw,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best experiences I've ever had. Really patient instructors that are extremely friendly and understanding. They help you with everything and walk you through all of what you need to know. Heard from others that it was way better than other dive shops that they've been to. Highly recommend it. Arturo and Joel were the instructors that we had for the trip but they others are equally as friendly, helpful, and a great time to be around all of them. If you go diving in Honduras I 100% recommend this dive shop.
Highly Recommend!
samanthaabray,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I completed our PADI Open Water certification with West Bay Divers this week and had the best experience! Our instructor, Takeshi, was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and made us feel comfortable every step of the way. We had such a great time and highly recommend West Bay Divers for your Open Water cert or any diving adventures while in Roatan!
Great first time diving experience
E7635ICtomp,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just spent a week with them diving for the first time getting my open water certification. Joel was my instructor and he was awesome, very knowledgeable, fun and a great instructor! Our other dive masters were Nico and Kareem and our boat captain Justin who were also all great and really made my first time diving epic! 10/10 would recommend.
Five star diving experience! West Bay divers! Joel is the best!!
723ronniek,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time diving with Joel, who gave us a refresher dive and this led to several dives and a first time night dive. His character was gentle, very calm which for me me was extremely important. It had been a while since we dived and he made it seem like we had been diving on a regular basis. The concept of the night dive was extremely scary, but his reassuring nature allowed my wife and I to have an exceedingly amazing experience. We plan on coming back and would want to have Joel as our dive guide most assuredly. This experience definitely puts Roatan on the map for us, and for anyone we will share this with. The entire operation, including Barney, the manager of the facility, and all of the people included from captains of the boat to other instructors was top notch. A trip of a lifetime and an experience never to be forgotten. Thanks, West Bay divers, and especially JOEL!!!!
Best Dive Experience
Norma K,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Abner was great! Instructions and expectations were clear. The amount of under water life was extraordinary! Crabs, sea horses, trigger fish, , Exceptionally
First time scuba experience!
aspynnc2022,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was a first time scuba diver and I went with my guide Takeshi- he was very helpful the whole time and made me feel comfortable to do both dives. It was an amazing experience and we got to see some great wildlife. I’m going again with West Bay Divers later this week! Thanks guys!
New Divers
530cretiah,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We finished our open water certification with West Bay Divers and had Takeshi as our dive instructor. Everything was very organized and ready for us when we arrived. We spoke to Wayne to set everything up and he was very friendly via email and in person. Takeshi worked with us as new divers and he had a great sense of humor. He even helped out, mid dive, with a spare scuba mask. We felt like we learned from our 4 dives and look forward to diving with West Bay Divers when we return to Roatan.
Outstanding team and services A++
andrewnQ2181BC,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the most excellent time with West Bay Divers. While I was there getting long overdue PADI certified I got to see how the whole team operate. And I can say you are in great hands with each and everyone of them. They are all excellent divers, trainers, and genuinely excited to share the beaty of the reefs they get see every day with you! The equipment is well maintained. The communication prior and during was outstanding. And the friendliness from EVERYONE was truly welcoming! They want you to not just succeed but to enjoy your time with them and diving below! They care for all levels, even if you just want to come along for the ride while the rest of your group goes under. They cater to ALL levels and people!! Special mention to Marcos for his patience, humor and sharing his island with me :) 🤙 And Wayne for ensuring everything went smoothly even before I arrived on the island! If you are in doubt contact West Bay Divers. They are a top-notch shop and will try their best to accommodate your needs! 12 out 10!! AAA+++ ***I will be using them when I return and recommending them to my fellow divers heading this way!!
Highly recommend!
Tanya G,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My daughter and I got our Open Water Diving Certification here and it was a wonderful experience! Bastiaan was our instructor and he was simply amazing! He was so patient and kind and very thorough! I would highly recommend Bastiaan and West Bay Divers! They have a great place there, with so many wonderful instructors!
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