Looking for a great adventure in Key West? Enter the amazing world of scuba diving the fun and easy way, with PADI Open Water Certification in Key West.
Highlights
Earn basic Scuba certification that is recognized worldwide.
Qualify for dives to basic recreational depths (60 ft. max).
Enjoy a low instructor/student ratio in your course.
Train with top-quality dive gear. Experience real open-ocean dives.
Explore Key West's living coral reefs.
Description
(First day class work, then second and third day morning pool session and afternoon boat dives).
Looking for a great adventure in Key West? Enter the amazing world of scuba diving the fun and easy way, with PADI Open Water Certification in Key West. The world’s most popular and widely-recognized scuba course, the PADI Open Water Diver certification is an entry-level full diver certification that can be achieved in as little as 3 days when you take the course in Key West with Southpoint Divers.
Once you have your PADI Open Water Diver certification, you are free to join other certified divers on dives up to 60 feet in depth at Key West dive sites and at resorts and dive centers around the world. You will be authorized to rent tanks and get air refills, and you will be ready to continue your training with the PADI Advanced Open Water Course, the prerequisite to expert-level certifications and many specialty dive training courses.
The great thing about taking your Open Water course during a Key West visit is the fact that you will do your training dives on some of the best dive sites in the world among the coral gardens of the only living reef in continental US waters. After a day of classroom work, study of your course text, and a bit of pool work, you will be ready to go out on real dives and come face-to-face with the incredible sea life that most people only see on the Discovery Channel.
When you consider the fact that many people earn their Open Water cards over a period of weeks, with the only water time taking place in their local swimming pools, you can recognize what a wonderful opportunity it is to do your 4 guided training dives in the world-class dive locations found in the waters around Key West. The training dives alone offer fun and adventure that is well-worth the cost of the course fee, and they have the added benefit of building your confidence in real dive conditions and putting genuine salt-water dives in your log book.
Simply pay the course registration fee, buy the course texts or register to use the new PADI online training materials, and you are ready to begin. All necessary dive equipment, live instruction, dive transportation, and dive master guide services are included. Your PADI Open Water Diver certification will be something you cherish for a lifetime, and it can open the door to a lifestyle of incredible fun and adventure in a sport enjoyed by millions around the world. What are you waiting for? Let Best In Key West get you set up to take the plunge into the world of Scuba now!
Schedule
Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including address, Google map, and parking information - will be included in your final confirmation email.
Duration: 3 Days
Check-in time: Please check in 30 minutes before the activity start time.
What's Included
One day of classroom instruction
Two days of pool work and guided diving
All necessary equipment and instruction
Gratuities (Optional)
Open Water course text and DVDs (Available for purchase onsite.)
What To Bring
Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
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Additional Info
Likely To Sell Out
Spaces are extremely limited this time of year so book early to ensure the date you want.
Voucher Confirmation Info
This tour accepts both printed and electronic vouchers (e-vouchers). You can either print the voucher and present a paper copy on the day of travel. Or, if you travel with a mobile device, simply show your Photo ID and present your voucher on your Smartphone or tablet on the day of travel.
Local Operator Information
Complete operator information, including local telephone number, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
Cancellation Policy
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given to customers' questions.
Do I need to fill out a medical questionnaire to Scuba dive?
Yes, a medical history form must be completed by all divers prior to participating in Key West PADI Open Water Certification. You are responsible to make sure you are medically qualified to participate in this activity.
Do you provide lunch or drinks?
We do not provide lunch. We do provide fresh water for drinking and a big cooler for anything you’d like to bring. And yes, alcohol is allowed but only after you are finished diving or snorkeling.
How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Guests participating in Scuba diving cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
Is alcohol allowed on the boat?
Yes, alcohol is allowed but only after you are finished diving or snorkeling.
What is the weather cancellation policy?
If the Key West PADI Open Water Certification must be canceled due to bad weather, and you cannot go on another day or time, you will be issued a refund by Best In Key West.
Where can I park my car?
If required, parking instructions for the Key West PADI Open Water Certification will be included in your confirmation email.
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Key West PADI Open Water Certification will be included in your confirmation email from Best In Key West. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Location
Key West, Florida Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for will be included in your final confirmation email from Best In Key West. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes it way to you!
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 7 verified reviews from Best In Key West and TripAdvisor
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Instructors are amazing!
Randy B, Dec 2020 Verified
Kyle and the instructors were wonderful and helped our son certify while the rest of the family was able to scuba during his open water dives. They were great with scheduling and working with us during our Key West trip. They went the extra mile for our family!
Outstanding!
Liam L, Dec 2019
Very organized and professional. I would definitely recommend and will definitely dive with them in the future.
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Response, Dec 2019
Liam, thanks for the awesome review! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Come back and see us soon.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we'll always be happy to assist you with any of your future travel plans.
Thanks a lot for booking your tour on Best In Key West.
Very well organized
Harry G, Dec 2019
Everything was well-organized aboard by the professional crew, complemented by the equally able and affable staff ashore. Highly recommended for certification or other levels/activities from experienced divers to first time snorkelers.
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Response, Dec 2019
Harry, thank you for the kind words! We’re so happy your visit to Key West went so smoothly. Would you mind sharing with your friends who are up for some fun and excitement, too? We’d love to continue providing great service to awesome customers like you. Thanks again!
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we'll always be happy to assist you with any of your future travel plans.
Thanks a lot for booking your tour on Best In Key West.
PADI Open Water Certification Course
Rob B, Nov 2019 Verified
Great diving with Southpoint Divers! Everyone with Best In Key West were extremely professional and knowledgeable, Especially Zach and Mike(my instructor).
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Response, Nov 2019
Rob, thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us—and we agree, Zach and Mike are truly gems to have on our team! We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to working with you again in the future!
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we'll always be happy to assist you with any of your future travel plans.
Thanks a lot for booking your tour on Best In Key West.
Great fun
Albert W, Nov 2019
Very organized and professional.
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Response, Nov 2019
Albert, thank you so much for sharing your experience with us and the community. Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction and it sounds like we achieved that goal with you. We want every experience to be “five stars”!
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we'll always be happy to assist you with any of your future travel plans.
Thanks a lot for booking your tour on Best In Key West.
Scuba experience
Andrea G, Sep 2019
A great scuba experience with very friendly and knowledgeable guides. The instructor were very helpful and made the first time scuba diving a wonderful time. I recommend these guys to anyone looking to try scuba out for their first time!
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Response, Sep 2019
Andrea, we would like to thank you for your recommendations and for this amazing review. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing you and everyone else with only the best there is to offer!
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we'll always be happy to assist you with any of your future travel plans.
Thanks a lot for booking your tour on Best In Key West.
Great dive experience!
Joanne B, Aug 2019
The areas we were taken to were great for the snorkelers and well as the divers. All of the crew members on the boat were fantastic!
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Response, Aug 2019
Joanne, thank you for your kind words! It makes us happy to know that providing our customers with the best services we can offer is paying off. If we have made your experience more fun and exciting, then we have truly done our job. If there is any other way we can help you, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks a lot for booking your tour on Best In Key West, we look forward to serving you again in the future.
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