Tours/Dominican Republic/Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days)
Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days)
4.9(54)Dominican Republic2 days
TRIPADVISOR4.9(54)
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At a glance
Duration
2 days
Price from
$560 / person
Location
Dominican Republic
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 54 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, FR, ES
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
SeaPro Divers
Meeting point
Uvero Alto hotels may include a transport fee.
Description
Take home the ultimate souvenir from Punta Cana -- PADI diving certification! Learn to dive with an expert instructor over two or three days, and receive PADI certification upon completion of your course. Experience the excitement of pool and ocean dives as you learn the basics of PADI Open Water diving or scuba-diving at a private resort in Bavaro.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 10+)
$560
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Open Water License
2-day course. PADI open water license received upon completion of lesson
Duration: 2 days
Pickup included
What's included
Included
Pool and ocean dives
Diving equipment
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Knowledgeable instructor
PADI certification upon completion
Not included
Online material - payable directly to the instructor on the first day of... USD 85.00 per person
Meals
Please note: hotel transportation is not included for Cap Cana and Punta Cana Resort Club hotels
Pickup Locations & Times
We will send you confirmation email with pick up details after booking.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 10 years
Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart conditions, etc.) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
Note: it is recommended that you bring a snack and sunscreen
Please note: hotel transportation is not included for Cap Cana and Punta Cana Resort Club hotels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days) take?
Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days) lasts about 2 days.
How much does Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days) cost?
Prices start at $560 per person for this Dominican Republic experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days) run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days) for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We will send you confirmation email with pick up details after booking.
What languages is Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days) offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Punta Cana: PADI Open Water Scuba Certification (2–3 Days) worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 54 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SeaPro Divers.
Reviews(54)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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JackandMatthew
August 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Would recommend Sea Pro to anyone!
My Son and I did a Discover Scuba Dive course with Jennifer at SeaPro as a Scuba Review for me and to see if son enjoyed it. He did so he then did his PADI Open Water course over the next few days, also with Jennifer. Once qualified, we did a trip to Saona Island with SeaPro which was some good diving and a well organised and fun day out as it included 2 dives, Lunch & some chill time on the island, a bit of snorkelling and music & rum on the boat. Thank you to Jeniffer & Kate for organising everything, Jack is now fully into his Scuba and looking forward to his next diving. (Hopefully Red Sea next year) Thank you
Operator response
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! 🤿💙
It was an absolute pleasure having you and Jack diving with us! We’re especially happy that what started as a Discover Scuba experience turned into Jack completing his PADI Open Water certification and then enjoying his first dives as a certified diver at Saona Island. What a fantastic way to begin his scuba journey! 🐠🌊
A huge thank you for your kind words about Jennifer and Kate. We’re delighted that everything from the training to the Saona trip was well organized and enjoyable for you both.
Congratulations again to Jack on becoming a certified diver! 🎉🤿 We hope this is the beginning of many underwater adventures together—and the Red Sea next year sounds like an amazing next chapter! ❤️🌊
Thank you for choosing SeaPro and for recommending us. We hope to dive with you both again someday!
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gerryl648
August 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
My first time diving
Although i struggled at first Jennifer was patient with me and worked through the problems.
I don’t think the fee is extravagant as it also included travel to and from the dive centre.
The first session lasted until about 1pm.
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your first diving experience with us! 🤿💙
We’re very happy to hear that Jennifer’s patience and support helped you work through those initial challenges. First-time diving can feel a little overwhelming at the beginning, and having an instructor who gives you the time you need makes all the difference.
We also appreciate your comments about the value of the experience and the included transportation.
Congratulations on taking your first steps into the underwater world! 🌊🐠 We hope this was only the first of many dives to come!
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Sightsee07380327454
August 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Brenda is the best!!
I took my 11 year old daughter scuba diving with Brenda at the PADI scuba location at Dreams/Secrets resort. She was absolutely amazing and we had a fantastic time! If you get the chance to book with Brenda, I highly recommend it!
-Scott&Kynlee
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kylebM1842NB
December 11, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent Training
Completed my SCUBA Diver to Open Water Diver certification with Jennifer, and she was absolutely incredible. The dive site and training area were perfect for learning, and the entire experience exceeded expectations. Can’t recommend her enough!
Operator response
Dear Kyle, thank you so much for your fantastic review! 🤿🌟
Congratulations on completing your Open Water Diver certification! We’re thrilled to hear that Jennifer made the experience so positive and that the training sites were perfect for learning. She’ll be delighted to know her instruction exceeded
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H80GPbrandonw
June 7, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Worth It
There was a lot of seaweed and the water had a lot of algae, but the experience was great because the staff was excellent. Daniel and Jennifer are top notch!
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irfanss
December 31, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Look no further for PADI certification
Kat did a great job organizing our open water certification dives, spread over two days. Daniel was fantastic dive instructor, both above and under water.
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Operator response
Dear irfanss,
Congratulation on becoming certified diver with your beautiful daughter and wish you more fun under the water in the future.
Kat is our best organizer and in charge of online sales, and she will always make sure that everything goes as planned.
Daniel is always super patience and one of the best instructors and we will make sure to let him know that you are satisfied with him.
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P6290RDemmat
November 30, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
wish I could come back!
Absolutely incredible! Everyone was very friendly and very helpful. Katarina was very good at communicating and replied to all my messages very quickly! Jennifer helped certify me in scuba diving and was a very good instructor. Her directions were always clear and she used positive reinforcement to help reinforce skills. Definitely recommend !!
Operator response
Dear P6290RDemmat,
Congrats to becoming certified diver.
Kat and Jen are always there to help in getting best experience possible.
We hope to see you again here also;)
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Lescole6
February 14, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect Location
Completed the 2 day open water section of the PADI open water qualification with SeaPro.
The instructor was first class, and there was only 3 people in the our group which was ideal, would highly recommend
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Enjoyingdiving
February 10, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
First time diving
We just returned from Punta Cana where my sister and I got certified for scuba diving at Seapro Divers. Kat was wonderful right from the start walking us through the sign up process with PADI, answering any questions and arranging pick up and return from the resort. Our instructor, Jennifer, was amazing. We were nervous at first but she spent the time getting us comfortable with learning the skills we needed. The currents and waves were very strong the first time we were to go into the ocean so she suggested waiting a day or two to make our first dive more enjoyable which we did. The dive shop kept in touch with us and made the arrangements to pick us up again. The captain of the boat was wonderful and very helpful and was even giving tips from the boat when we were in the water. We originally signed up for the scuba diver two day course but enjoyed ourselves so much that we went back two days later and completed our open water diver course. The staff at Seapro were very helpful and friendly and Jennifer was so patient and calm, this was a great experience.
Operator response
Dear Nancy and Kathy,
We enjoyed having you with us for few days. Once again congratulation on your certification.
We take a lot of pride in our staff and Kat and Jennifer always deliver highest quality of the service.
Looking forward having you again here and diving with us.
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Beginnerscuba
February 6, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome
Sea pro took care of all of our needs from transportation to equipment. Kat was extremely helpful in arranging our course. Our instructor Jen was very knowledgeable and thorough. Even though we were nervous about the whole adventure of diving, Jen was great at calming all of our fears as we progressed.
Operator response
Dear Beginnerscuba,
Congratulation and welcome to Certified divers;).
Our experienced instructor Jennifer will make you feel calm and ready for your first Open Water dives and Kat will make best plans and arrange everything.
We are very happy to hear that the experience was enjoyable for you and we hope to welcome your back for more scuba diving on your next visit to Punta Cana.
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