PADI Open Water Course in Curacao
Overview
Available languages
2 days 5 hours
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We work in small groups which allows us to give great personal attention and give that bit of extra that makes it a safe and unforgetable experience!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Your PADI Open Water Diver course at Jan Thiel Diving will take only 2 days. Our team of PADI Dive Instructors teach in 4 different languages. During the 2 days you will do 4 Open Water dives on our beautiful reefs. Moreover, Confined Water skills will be practised in our swimmingpool, right here on our property. The theoretical part of this course can be done through E-Learning (or from a book), which can be done even before your holiday starts. Remaining theory will be taught during the course.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Use of SCUBA equipment
Lunch
Private transportation
Pickup points
The Kontiki
Bapor Kibra Z/N Willemstad Caribbean
Papagayo Beach Hotel
Kaya Artiko Jan Thiel Caribbean
LionsDive Beach Resort
Bapor Kibra, Willemstad Caribbean
The Royal Sea Aquarium Resort
Bapor Kibra z/n Willemstad Caribbean
Papagayo Beach Resort
Kaya Adriatiko 28 Jan Thiel Caribbean
Options
PADI Open Water Course in Curacao
Pickup included
Reviews
156 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect
fem b,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lieke helped us through it well! highly recommended!🤿😊. Cas and Ronald also toppers! Beautiful places seen!
Dive satisfied at jan Thiel diving
702evied,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very nice course from Lieke! Dive also eats here achieved!! Thanks to liekeeee!! We also had a fun dive and then underwater photos were taken really nice
Great!!
xeniab916,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very nice experience and guidance during my PADI Open Water. Lieke is very patient and helps you well if you need a little more time. Beautiful dives made, so definitely recommended!
Top course
Q3761EQveras,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a nice experience at the diving school! Seen beautiful fish and even a seahorse🤩 in other words an experience not to be forgotten!
fun experience to remember. Learned a lot!!
I4023NKmartijnv,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00learned a lot in a short time. clear explanation, and easier than you think
Super experience!
marcdJ8105ME,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience at Jan Thiel Diving! Together with my three daughters, I made our PADI Open Water here and we made some really fantastic dives. Cas and Lieke are great instructors: relaxed, clear and super enthusiastic. They created a nice atmosphere and gave us a lot of confidence underwater. The marine life off Curaçao is beautiful anyway, but because of their guidance it really became an unforgettable experience. Absolutely recommended — we would do this again! 🌴🤿🐠
Top experience!
Dream33287061864,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I got my PADI Open Water certificate from Jan Thiel Diving and look back on this with a very top feeling! The whole team is professional and friendly, and you immediately feel at ease. In particular, I want to thank Ronald, my instructor. He has an enormous knowledge of diving, of the beaches and of the environment, and knows how to convey that knowledge in a calm and clear way. Ronald adapts well to the level and pace of the student, which made the difference for me. Definitely recommended! He also has humor;)
Top dive center!
70samanthav,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a super nice diving course with the best and nicest instructors! Very clear and clear explanation, then practice in practice and so you get your license in a nice way.
Top diving school
remcog848,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super nice experience and very nice and good instructors! I would recommend everyone to get his/her diving license here!
Greatest experience diving
Companion20226000186,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was Amazing! Such a great team. Lieke, Casper & Ronald you Guys really made me feel safe and also gave me the motivation through out the course. You brought us to the hidden gems in Curacao. Can’t wait till my next vacay
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