PADI Scuba Diver Course
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PADI Scuba Diver Course

By Divinguru Unawatuna
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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.
Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation

Ages 10-60, max of 8 per group
Duration: 2 days
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: German, English, French, Spanish
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  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Private transportation
  • Snacks
  • Use of SCUBA equipment
What's not included
  • PLEASE NOTE PADI FEE OF 70 EUROS IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE AOWD COURSE WITHOUT ELEARNING
  • Doesn't include certificate&teaching materials(expect PADI eLearning),price for PADI Card&Manual=70€
  • Lunch


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • DIVINGURU Unawatuna, PADI 5 STAR IDC DIVE RESORT, S-36133, 294 Matara Rd, Unawatuna 80600, Sri Lanka
    5 kilometers south of Galle at the main road, A2, next to the restaurants "Summer Garden" and "Banana Garden", beachside, at the end of Unawatuna in direction to the south.
Pickup details
  • We offer free pick up between the distance from Hikkaduwa to Mirrisa. (Hikkaduwa, Boosa, Gintota, Galle, Unawatuna, Dalawella, Mihripenna, Talpe, Habaraduwa, Koggala, Ahangama, Midigama, Weligama, Mirrisa.)
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Infants must sit on laps
      • Near public transportation
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 124100P20

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
      • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
      • INFANTS NOT ALLOWED.
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 124100P20

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      • Divinguru Unawatuna
        448
        Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
        Joined in June 2012
      • K2522GHtobiasm
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Can definitely recommend doing a PADI course here
        I had a really great experience with Divinguru, everything seemed well organized and the staff is professional and super welcoming. I felt safe at all times and Patrick was a great teacher.
        Written February 2, 2025
      • 904djamelm
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great Scuba Diving Place with Divinguru
        I am definitely recommend Divinguru in Galle Sri Lanka They are very knowledgeable,professional and yet fun atmosphere and very affordable pricing Leon was my instructor/ buddy and took time to explain everything, took security seriously and was patient great instructor should dive with them great diving sites and they know all the sites well Divinguru are the Best Djamel
        Written January 30, 2025
      • Scenic10149646438
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Looking forward to diving with my skills and knowledge these guys have taught me x
        Started my year doing my PADI open water diver course. Geethanjali was my instructor she explained everything very clearly and gave the time & patience needed if I did not understand something first time. She installed the importance of things like BWRAF x Dilak drove the boat on both my days and was friendly and quick to help when needed. Highly recommend using these guys x thank you x
        Written January 3, 2025
      • JAIS24
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        DIVIN GURU ARE REAL GURU 'S
        Amazing professionals. Knows their business. Safety first. Thanks to Juis and prabhu for their ultimate guidance. Great experience
        Written December 29, 2024
      • S7096CMpias
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Perfect Diving Experience
        The crew and the instructor was super nice and very well trained! I felt safe during the whole course and most important had lots of fun! Can highly recommend to go diving with Divinguru:)
        Written December 9, 2024
      • FarAway32953571689
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Super school for our OWD
        My girlfriend and I completed the Open Water Diver course with Divingguru. The team was very courteous and professional. The equipment was also in good condition. We always felt comfortable and had the impression that our diving experience was prioritized over profit. Our instructor, Norbert, was an excellent teacher who introduced us to diving wonderfully. We’re glad we chose this school for the OWD course.
        Written November 6, 2024
      • 596lillib
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        best diving in Unawatuna for sure
        I really had the best time in my 3 months internship with Divinguru Unawatuna. Every crew member accepted me from the beginning and they were always a great help in my whole journey. The divemaster and also boatmen are really trustworthy, they know there places really well and are always honest about conditions and everything around. Norbert and Elli are really the best instructors. Of course I had really much fun in my course but also how they act with the other students especially with the beginners is just amazing. I will definitely come back and hope to see all of them again (: 🩵
        Written April 17, 2024
      • J4982XSannm
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing experience!
        I chose to do my advanced open water course with Divinguru in Unawatuna and had the best time! The team were so lovely and my instructor, Norbert, was amazing. We did some really fun dives along with the learning and it was a great experience for me:)
        Written February 20, 2024
      • GrandTour433426
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A fun, very professional and secure experience
        Did my advanced open water with Yannis, I recommend warmly, every explanation was clear, smooth, I felt very secure the all time, he took his time to make sure everything was crystal clear, 100% security underwater and outside, the gear was top notch, you can go there without hesitation.
        Written February 10, 2024
      • N4542JTnicolasg
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excelente
        One of the best diving centers in my experience as a diver, I was able to finish my Rescue Diver course, my instructor was Kartik, he did everything in the world to make me understand the importance of a Rescue diver and today he is a great friend of my Finally I did my Dive Master course with Norbert and Elli, it was an extraordinary adventure step by step, they helped me throughout the entire process, they advised me, educated me and turned me into a professional, I appreciate them very much and I will always be grateful for the support. Diving for me is incredible and I want to do it everywhere in the world but without a doubt in Sri Lanka the best is Divinguru. Everything was very professional from the beginning. Thank you Hans for the trust and allowing the entire process. Today as a Dive Marster I feel lucky to start my studies with you. I will continue my new underwater adventures in other places but I always recommend “Divinguru.” THANK YOU VERY MUCH 🙏🏾 Greetings to all Nico 🤿
        Written February 3, 2024
      • MamtaG30
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Unawatuna Divinguru
        Rental equipment excellent condition. Dive Master's very observant. Great brief/ debrief. Patiently clear queries. Did AOW Cert.
        Written January 28, 2024
      • 890alexandrew
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Best diving center in Sri Lanka!
        I had the most wonderful experience with Diving Guru. The whole team is very nice, and very professional. I felt instantly safe with them, and had a great fun while having my PADI open water certification. Thanks Yannis and Lili for your passion and your kindness, and your really good vibes ! And bravo Hans for the super great swimming pool and for creating a great team around you ;) I definitely recommend going with them ! And I'll come back asap !
        Written January 27, 2024
      • 720katerynah
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Advanced open water PADI
        Very professional instructor, got my license very quick! Learned a lot and got rid of my mistakes 🙂 Very responsible and reliable dive center
        Written January 18, 2024
      • Sigrid_kl
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Really good diveclub in Unawatuna
        Divinguru team is amazing. Thanks Ellie for making us welcome. Thank you Tharshanth for amazing dives and thanks for allllllll the Nudibranch :) Thanks for Norbert good knowledge for housing. Thanks for Hans - for overall all experience. Wish you guys strength and passion to keep up the good work. PS Ellie - I will try to come back in time for Trincomalee season for shallow nice dives. We had an amazing crew and diveguides!
        Written January 15, 2024
      • Vincent U
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Best Diving School in Sri Lanka!
        I did my PADI Open Water at Divingguru and it was one of the best things I did during my visit to Sri Lanka. The school is absolutely professional run and everyone is so kind!! Especially Ellie is a wonderful diving instructor, I was a bit insecure going into the water but her patience and calmness made me feel safe immediatly. I had so much fun and would highly recommend the experience!
        Written January 11, 2024
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      5.0
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      David V
      3 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2024 • Solo
      Had such a good time doing my PADI Open Water course at Divinguru. It was such an amazing experience well well qualified, and very well english speaking instructor. Ellie made us feel very comfortable in the water and helped us to have the best diving experience. Thank you so much, I will never forget it! The start of many new adventures under water.
      Written February 21, 2024
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      Thank you David for your 5 star review and congratulation on passing the PADI OWD course with us. We are happy that you chose our dive school for the PADI course and liked the whole diving experience with us. You are more than welcomed to dive with us again on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Take care and see you nextime :)
      Written February 21, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Vitaly G
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2024 • Couples
      Online booking allowed me to plan my vacation. Discount for booking in advance was a pleasant bonus.
      At first I planned to get only OWD certification and some fun dives. Dive center staff helped me get the most out of my limited vacation time. As a result I got OWD, AOWD and Enriched Air certification.
      My instructor, Norbert, has perfect English, so I had no trouble understanding him even though English isn't my native language. During the dives I felt safe and comfortable.
      Once the skills were finished, training dives turned into fun dives. We were watching underwater life. Norbert drew my attention to sneaky aquatic life, so that I wouldn't have missed them.
      It took some time for me to master buoyancy control, but once I did, I had wonderful time exploring underwater world.
      Dive center organized pick up and drop off by tuk-tuk. It was very convenient and the driver was very nice. Unlike many other tuk-tuk drivers, he didn't try to suggest unwanted services.
      I am extremely happy I chose this dive center to start my journey into the underwater world.
      Written March 30, 2024
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      Thank you Vitali for your 5 star review and congratulation on passing the PADI OWD course with us. We are happy that you chose our dive school for the PADI course and liked the whole diving experience with us. You are more than welcomed to dive with us again on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Keep diving! Take care and see you next time :)
      Written April 16, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Alicia S
      16 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2024 • Solo
      I did my OWD (open water diver) certification with Divinguru and I had an amazing experience. From theorie in different languages available to the first diving experience learning skills in a rather big tank, to the first dives in the ocean - everything was well organised and I always felt really safe while diving.
      Ellie, our instructor, helped us with all our questions, pointed out hidden aquatic life to us and made the whole course a lot of fun.
      Thank you very much for opening the under water world to me, I will never forget this experience!
      Written November 26, 2024
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      Thank you Alicia very much for your review and congratulation on becoming PADI Open Water Diver! Thank you for choosing Divinguru for your scuba education and we wish you safe and wonderful dives in future! It was great fun to do the course with you, keep diving :)
      Written December 4, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      jan m
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2023 • Friends
      We were here to try our first scuba diving and it was awesome!
      Instructor Eliška was great and explained to us everything we had to know before our dive. During the dive she was taking care of us so we felt comfortable and our first fear was almost immediately gone.
      Under the water we saw 2 stingrays, an octopus and the Lord Nelson Shipwreck.
      Thank you so much for this experience!
      Written March 30, 2023
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      Hello Jan, thank you for your 5 star review, we appreciate :) We are happy that you've enjoyed your first scuba diving experience with us and congratulation on completing the PADI Discover Scuba Diving program. We hope it motivates you further and you continue diving. You are always welcome to scuba dive with us on your next trip to Sri Lanka.
      Written April 4, 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Melissa G
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2024 • Solo
      Very professional diving center. Ellie was an excellent teacher. She was calm, patient, kind and human. Her and the team took security seriously but it was still very fun.
      Had a blast can’t wait for my next dive!
      Written January 24, 2024
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      Thank you very much Melissa for your review, it means a lot to hear your feedback. Congratulation on becoming PADI Open Water Diver, you did a great job during the whole course and I'm happy to hear that you felt safe while diving with us. I wish you many nice dives around the world.
      Written February 9, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      EdmundGoodwin
      Leeds, UK1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2024 • Solo
      I did my open water PADI, cannot recommend highly enough. Very professional and safe, whilst also lots of fun and time to see lots of cool stuff.
      Written January 19, 2024
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      Thank you very much Edmund for your review, it means a lot to hear your feedback. Congratulation on becoming PADI Open Water Diver, you did great during the whole course! Keep diving and don't hesitate to reach out on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Happy bubbles and see you next time. Best regards, Ellie from Divinguru
      Written January 20, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Nanxia B
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2023 • Solo
      I had a great course. My instructor helped me a lot. They were very nice, fun days. I learned a lot in a short time.
      Written January 3, 2024
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      Thank you Nanxia for your review and congratulation on becoming certified PADI Open Water Divers. It was nice time spent with you and I wish you many nice dives in future. Take care and see you again :)
      Written January 8, 2024
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      Joseph S
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2023 • Solo
      As a solo traveler I felt very welcomed by the team. I did the padi OWD with my instructor Norbert, he took his time teaching me and made it an experience I’ll remember forever.
      Would highly recommend using this place for any diving experience.
      Thanks guys for the great time:))
      -Joe
      Written November 9, 2023
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      Hello Joe, thank you very much for your review and congratulation on passing the Open Water Course in Unawatuna. Keep diving and whole team wishes you only the best and safe dives around the world. You are welcome to dive with us again on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Take care and see you next time.
      Written November 13, 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Nana
      Neuchâtel, Switzerland15 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      I recommend the center. The instructors are very professional and caring. They are all very kind. I took my Open Water Diver lessons with Delphine. I thank her enormously for her kindness, her patience, her kindness, and her teaching.
      Google
      Written March 30, 2024
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      Thank you for your 5 star review we are happy that you liked our diving centre.
      Written January 2, 2025
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Juliu
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2024 • Solo
      A very professional diving school run by Hans, which can be recommended with a clear conscience. I did the open water diving course. A lot of consideration was given to those who needed a little time.
      Google
      Written March 10, 2024
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      Thank you Julius for your 5 star review and congratulation on passing the PADI OWD course with us. We are happy that you chose our dive school for the PADI course and liked the whole diving experience with us. You are more than welcomed to dive with us again on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Keep diving! Take care and see you next time :)
      Written April 16, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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