Take your first breath underwater in Bali and explore pristine coral reefs with the PADI Discover Scuba Diving program at our PADI 5 Star Eco Dive Center Gangga Divers. We put Safety, quality & sustainability first—helping you discover thriving coral reefs and incredible marine life while protecting the ocean. A safe, fun, and eco-friendly introduction to scuba diving. If you wish to continue and complete your PADI open water diver certification you can credit what you have learned towards the full certification.
Experience Program Structure:
- Day 1: Basic theory via PADI eLEarning + Pool training – learn key scuba skills in a safe, controlled environment, either a morning or afternoon (2-3 hours).
- Day 2: Two Discover scuba dives at Tulamben or Padang Bai (max 12m)
Prerequisites:
- No prior experience needed
- 10 years old & medically fit to scuba dive*
The Schedule for Discover Scuba diving program with us in Candi dasa is setup so that you can do the Pool session only (half day, Day 1). Or Pool and then go for two unforgettable ocean dives to explore world class dive sites in Bali, like Tulamben’s USAT Liberty shipwreck, filled with tropical reef fishes, or Padang Bai’s Coral reefs, home to sea turtles, reef sharks, and colorful nudibranchs (Day 1&2).
Take the first step into scuba diving and book your intro dive with us today!
*Some medical conditions may affect safe scuba diving. Please review the PADI Scuba Diving Medical, form and, if required, visit your doctor to obtain a signed and stamped medical clearance before your dive in Bali..
If you’re short on time but really want to start your journey to become a certified diver in Bali, this might be for you! The PADI Scuba Diver course is a subset of the PADI Open Water Diver course. This course is an intermediate step for earning an Open Water Diver certification but allows you to dive with a Dive professional to a depth of max 12 meters at some of east Bali’s most beautiful dive sites. We will teach you about the theory of diving through eLearning, as well as practical pool sessions for skills practice and 2 open water training dives to apply what your learned in the pool. But this time at 2 of Bali’s top dive destinations.
Course Structure
- Before arrival: Complete PADI eLearning.
- Day 1: Pool training – learn key scuba skills in a safe, controlled environment.
- Day 2: Two open water training dives at Tulamben or Padang Bai (max 12m)
Prerequisites:
- 10 years old for the PADI Junior Scuba Diver.
- 15 years old for the PADI Scuba Diver.
- Able to swim & medically fit to dive*
Begin your dive adventure today! Book your PADI Scuba Diver Course in Bali and get certified to dive up to 12 meters under professional guidance.
*Some medical conditions may affect safe scuba diving. Please review the PADI Scuba Diving Medical form and, if required, visit your doctor to obtain a signed and stamped medical clearance before your dive in Bali.
Learn to Dive in Bali and complete your PADI Open Water Diver Certification with our Eco-Friendly Expertise at Gangga Divers! Away from heavy traffic of south Bali, but in the Center of all dive action at a tranquil ocean front Eco Dive Resort with infinity pool facing the ocean in Candi Dasa.
Our 3-day PADI Open Water Diver course is designed for efficiency and excitement, making it one of the most popular beginner diving course choices in Bali. You will be given access to PADI eLearning to complete prior to arrival, so only fun diving training part left onsite. Upon completion of the course you will be qualified to dive to max 18 meters
Course Structure:
- Before arrival: Complete PADI eLearning.
- Day 1: Pool Training Mastery – Build diver confidence in a controlled environment with expert PADI instructors guiding you through essential skills, ensuring you’re fully prepared for open water dives along north east coast of Bali beautiful reefs.
- Days 2 & 3: Epic Open Water Dives – Experience two thrilling training dives each day (four total) at Bali’s prime dive locations: the legendary Tulamben USAT Liberty shipwreck, teeming with colorful fish and macro life, and Padang Bai’s crystal-clear waters with healthy coral reefs and diverse marine biodiversity. These sites offer unmatched visibility and encounters with sea turtles, reef sharks, barracuda, stingrays, Nemo and exotic nudibranchs—ideal for your first scuba diving experience in Bali.
Prerequisites:
- 10 years old – PADI Junior Open Water diver.
- 15 years old – PADI Open Water Diver.
- Able to swim & medically fit to dive*
Priced in 3 tiers, based on your needs:
Basic – Excluding eLearning in case you already purchased it in the past
Premium – Complete package with Premium eLearning and includes everything you need!
VIP – Want privacy with one-on-one instructions with full focus on you and a private instructor, then this is for you!
All of the above PADI course tiers include full well maintained equipment rental, PADI certification, refreshments, lunch, with small group size guarantees, (max 4 students per instructor) and transfers from key areas like Candi Dasa, Padang Bai (Extra charges for pick up in Sanur, Seminyak, Ubud etc.).
Ready to become a certified diver while supporting ocean conservation? Book your preferred PADI Open Water Diver Course in Bali today and unlock a lifetime of underwater exploration!
Want to get started NOW ? But haven’t decided when to complete the practical part yet.
Buy the PADI open water course eLearning directly from PADI here https://www.padi.com/courses/open-water-diver?irra=36340 and start learning TODAY, when you made your travel plans, book the course dates with us for the practical part of the course.
*Some medical conditions may affect safe scuba diving. Please review the PADI Scuba Diving Medical form and, if required, visit your doctor to obtain a signed and stamped medical clearance before your dive in Bali.
The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course takes you a step further than the Open Water course, teaching you to take on more possibilities and more advanced dive sites.
You’ll use your open water dive skills to do 2 core dives; underwater navigation and deep dive, along with three other dives of your own choice from wreck, night, drift and other types of diving. You will be required to complete 5 knowledge reviews, one for each of your corresponding dives in the beautiful waters around Bali, after which you will be certified to dive up to 30 meters (Junior Divers will be certified up to 21 metres).
If you would like to do your theory before you arrive in Bali, e-learning is a great option. We recommend that you complete the learning section of the PADI Advanced Open Water course on line at https://apps.padi.com/scuba-diving/elearning/?irra=36340 to make the most of your Bali holiday.
If you decide to go with the e-learning option our store number 36340 is all you will require to begin.
Prerequisites:
- Be at least 15 years old and certified as PADI Open Water (At least 12 years old for Junior PADI Advanced Open Water Diver)
Time requirement:
- 2 days
If you want to be prepared for any situation the Emergency First Response certification is a great way to feel more confident both in and out of the water. This is the fastest growing CPR, AED and First Aid training program in the world and is prerequisite for next level; Rescue Diver Certification.
Bali is an excellent place to take this course and is taught by our certified professionals who will provide detailed instruction on how to perform specific emergency care skills in everyday circumstances.
Time requirement:
- 1 day
The PADI Rescue Diver course is an incredibly useful course for advanced divers and great way to equip yourself with the skills you need to deal with accident management and prevention both underwater and on land. This course is serious but is also taught in an enjoyable way and is incredibly rewarding.
Certified instructors will teach you the essential skills of recognizing and preventing problems both for yourself and fellow divers over 4 days at Lotus Bungalows in Candidasa, Bali. You’ll study theory, skill development and practical and realistic scenarios to put your newly learned skills to the test.
Prerequisites:
- Hold a current First Aid and CPR and be at least 12 years old and certified as a PADI Adventure Diver. You must also have an Emergency First Response certificate.
Time requirement:
- 4 days
Specialized courses run at Lotus Bungalows, Candidasa will give you an in-depth understanding and proficiency when diving in specialized circumstances, for example deep sea, night, and search and recovery
During your course you will study the theory specific to the dive type at Lotus Bungalows and undertake dives focusing on that particular diving type off the east coast of Bali.
Prerequisite certification PADI Open Water Diver:
- AWARE shark conservation diver / 2 OW dives min 12 years old
- Boat diver / 2 OW dives min 10 years old
- Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) / 2 OW dives min 12 years old
- Drift diver / 2 OW dives min 12 years old
- Night diver / 3 OW dives min 12 years old
- Sidemount Diver / 1 confined & 3 OW dives min 15 years old
- Peak Performance Diver / 2 OW dives min 10 years old
Prerequisite certification PADI Advanced Open Water Diver:
- Deep diver / 4 OW dives min 15 years old
- Search & Recovery Diver / 4 OW dives min 12 years old
- Wreck Diver / 4 OW dives min 15 years old
Time requirement:
- 1-3 days
Every diver wants to be able to stay underwater longer and the PADI Enriched Air courses at Lotus Bungalows will do just that. You can then take your new skill anywhere in the world.
This quick half-day course teaches you the theory and technique of reducing the nitrogen content of the air you’re breathing to allow you to spend more time under the surface. Choose to complete this course on land or with an optional 2 dives. You can also complete the theory online before the course to allow yourself more time to explore the beauty of Bali.
To begin your studies online go to https://apps.padi.com/scuba-diving/elearning/?irra=36340 . If you decide to go with the e-learning option our store number 36340 is all you will require to begin.
Prerequisites:
- Need to be certified as PADI Open Water Diver and at least 12 years old
Time requirement:
- ½ day