Abu Dhabi Diving Centre
Explore the hidden wonders of Abu Dhabi's underwater world with Abu Dhabi Marine Diving Center. Whether you're a seasoned diver or a curious beginner, our PADI-certified instructors and eco-conscious approach will guide you through unforgettable experiences beneath the surface.
Diving Trips
Lulu Island is a man-made island that lies off the coast of Abu Dhabi, forming a natural breakwater and a scenic lagoon. It is a great destination for diving enthusiasts who want to explore the rich marine life. You can enjoy the thrill of diving in the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf, surrounded by barracuda, rays, and other exotic fish. Lulu Island is a hidden gem that will make your diving trip unforgettable
Prerequisites: open water diver certification and above/ last log dives within 6 months
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Cement Barge is a shallow wreck dive site that offers a glimpse into the past. The barge was carrying bags of cement when it sank, and you can still see them in the hold. The wreck is broken into several pieces, creating hiding places for fish and other marine life. You can explore the engine room, the cargo section, and the bow, and admire the coral growth and sponges that cover the metal.
Prerequisites: open water diver certification and above/ last log dives within 6 months
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Steel Blocks is a dive site that showcases the artificial reef project of Abu Dhabi. The site consists of steel blocks that have been placed near Saadiyat Island to attract and support marine life. The blocks form columns and mazes that you can explore and see different fish species, such as barracudas, snappers, trevallies, angel fish, and batfish. You can also find corals, sponges, and sea anemones on the blocks and in the surrounding sand. Steel Blocks is a shallow dive site that is suitable for all levels of divers and snorkelers
Prerequisites: open water diver certification and above/ last log dives within 6 months
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We are thrilled to offer you an unforgettable first-time underwater experience. If you're interested in scuba diving but unsure about enrolling in a certification class, our Discover Scuba Diving program is the perfect way to test the waters. In a short amount of time, you'll learn basic scuba skills and take your first breaths underwater.
Our highly-trained PADI® Professional will provide scuba gear, explain basic scuba diving skills and answer any questions you may have.
Take This Course If You Want to
Find out if you like scuba diving Connect with the underwater world Take your first breaths underwater Decide if you want to be a certified diver Learn How to
Use scuba gear Use hand signals to communicate Perform basic scuba skills Medical Release Required
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Explore the underwater wonders of Abu Dhabi with our exclusive diving trip for just 450 AED.
This offer includes: Dive Equipment Light Snacks Videos and Photos
Dive Sites: Cement Barge Wreck (10-12 meters depth) Lulu Island (7-8 meters depth) Note: This trip is for certified PADI divers only. Last logged dive within 6 months.
Contact: 050 202 8357
Book your spot now and experience the thrill of diving in Abu Dhabi!
Available Trips
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ABU DHABI DIVING CENTER: Dive Trip Schedule
Meeting Time: 8:00 am Meeting Point: Abu Dhabi Diving Center Departure Time: 08:30 am Return Time: Approximately around 12 pm
Requirements: Please provide your certification details for verification. Additionally, proof of your last log dive within the past 6 months is required. If you do not have this, you will need to attend our refresher program. The refresher program can be completed on the same day, either in shallow water or in the pool on a separate day.
- ALL DIVES ARE SUBJECTED TO CANCEL DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS
Diving Courses
PADI® Open Water Diver is the first scuba certification level. Our PADI Instructor will teach you how to scuba dive in a relaxed, supportive learning environment. By the end of the course, you'll have the skills and knowledge to dive at home or abroad and be an ambassador for the underwater world.
This Course consist 3 segments which is :
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E learning : It's your course on your time. Study offline, or online using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor whenever you have a question.
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Training Session: Practice skills using scuba gear in a pool (or pool-like environment) with our instructor until you're comfortable.
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Open Sea Dives : Total 4 dives in this course . which will be conducted in 2 days
Prerequisites: Able to swim; medically fit for diving Total time commitment: 4-7 days Minimum age: 10 years or older Depth: expect shallow dives (12m/40ft), the maximum allowed depth is 18m/60ft
The Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about advancing your skills. You'll practice navigation and buoyancy, try deep diving and make three specialty dives of your choosing (it's like a specialty sampler platter). For every specialty dive you complete, you can earn credit toward PADI® specialty certifications. Here are a few of the many options: Deep, Digital Underwater Photography, and Dive against Debris, Dry Suit, Enriched Air Nitrox, Fish Identification, Night, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Search & Recovery, Underwater Naturalist, Underwater Navigation, and Wreck Diver. Check out the Frequently Asked Questions section for a complete list of specialty dive options.
Take This Course If You Want to
- Gain more diving experience
- Practice navigation
- Sample different types of diving
Learn How to
- Explore below 18m/60ft
- Improve your buoyancy
- Use a compass
Prerequisites
- Open Water Diver/Junior Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification).
The PADI® Rescue Diver course will change the way you dive – in the best possible way. Learn to identify and fix minor issues before they become big problems, gain a lot of confidence and have serious fun along the way. Discover why countless divers say Rescue Diver is their favorite scuba course.
Take This Course If You Want to
- Be a better dive buddy
- Improve your navigation skills
- Enroll in a Divemaster course
Learn How to
- Help other divers
- Fix minor gear issues
- Use an emergency oxygen kit
Prerequisites
- Adventure Diver/Junior Adventure Diver (or qualifying certification) with completed Underwater Navigation Dive.
- EFR Primary and Secondary Care training (or qualifying training) within 24 months.
Emergency First Response® primary and secondary care training teaches you what to do in the critical moments between when a life-threatening emergency occurs and when emergency medical services arrive. Learn how to perform CPR, provide first aid that eases pain, assess a variety of injuries and illnesses and practice bandaging and splinting.
Take This Course If You Want to
- Learn CPR
- Improve your first aid skills
- Be prepared in an emergency
Learn How to
- Respond to a variety of illness and injuries
- Help someone who is choking
- Handle a possible spinal injury
- Apply bandages and splints
Be a leader who mentors and motivates others. Gain dive knowledge, supervision abilities, and become a role model to divers around the world.
Share your passion for scuba diving by becoming a PADI Divemaster. As a Divemaster you'll supervise scuba diving activities and assist with scuba classes. PADI Divemaster is the first step in your diving career.
Academic To earn your Divemaster rating, you will complete a series of knowledge development sessions, water skill workshops and hands-on assessments for the following:
- The role and characteristics of the PADI Divemaster
- Supervising dive activities and assisting with student divers
- Scuba diver safety and risk management
- Divemaster conducted programs and specialized skills
- Business of diving and your career
- Awareness of the dive environment
- Scuba gear setup and management
- Mapping an open water site
- Conducting dive briefings
- Organizing a search and recovery project and a deep dive
- Conducting PADI Reactivate scuba refresher and skin diver course
- Assisting with Discover Scuba Diving and leading Discover Local Diving programs Your instructor may also offer the PADI Deep Diver and Search and Recovery Diver specialty diver courses along with your Divemaster training to help you meet all requirements and to broaden your abilities.
Prerequisites:
- Rescue Diver.
- 40 logged dives.
- CPR and First Aid certification within 24 months.
- Medical clearance to dive
The PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course is an exciting opportunity for scuba divers to explore sunken ships, airplanes, and even cars. These wrecks offer a unique glimpse into the past and are often teeming with aquatic life. Whether purposefully sunk as an artificial reef or lost due to an accident, each wreck dive presents a chance for discovery and adventure.
This course is designed for those who have already earned a PADI Adventure Diver certification or higher and are at least 15 years old. It is a popular choice among divers who want to learn responsible wreck diving practices while enjoying the rewards of exploring these fascinating sites.
During the course, you will learn special finning techniques and how to survey a wreck. You will also learn how to use lines and reels to navigate through the wreckage and avoid common problems. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to see fascinating artifacts and potentially unlock a mystery or discover something that others have missed.
Enroll in the PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course today and experience the thrill of exploring these captivating underwater worlds.
Prerequisites
- PADI Adventure (or qualifying certification)
During the PADI® Digital Underwater Photographer course, you’ll learn how to take underwater photos you’ll be proud to share with others. Avoid beginner mistakes and shorten the learning curve with tips from the pros. Learn how to use underwater photography lights (strobes), avoid backscatter and enhance color.
Take This Course If You Want to
- Share your scuba adventures
- Reduce backscatter
- Use your action camera underwater
Learn How to
- Use underwater strobes
- Photograph marine life
- Choose photo equipment
Prerequisites
- Certified diver/Jr. Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification)
PADI eLearning makes it easy to improve your underwater navigation skills. Start your course online whenever, wherever it’s convenient for you. After learning the basics , you will have the opportunity to put your skills to the test. Practice using a compass on the surface, and then apply your newfound knowledge underwater during three exciting dives. You will learn how to estimate distance, follow natural clues, and master the art of finding your way back to the boat or shore. Our comprehensive training program will equip you with the tools you need to navigate confidently and safely in any underwater environment. Join us today and take the first step towards becoming a skilled and confident diver.
Prerequisites: PADI (Junior)/ Open Water Diver (or qualifying entry-level certification)
ReActivate: The Engaging and Efficient Way to Refresh Your Scuba Skills
Are you planning a scuba diving trip but haven't been diving in a while? Do you want to prepare for your next course or get an updated certification card? Look no further than ReActivate.
ReActivate is the perfect course for refreshing your scuba skills. With this engaging and efficient program, you can quickly move through topics you know well and dive deeper into areas where your knowledge may have lapsed. You'll learn how to assemble a scuba unit, handle common problems, and perform basic skills with ease.
But why should you choose ReActivate? While your PADI certification never expires, it's always better to be over-prepared than risk a problem because you forget something important. Dive shops also appreciate seeing a recent ReActivated date on your certification card.
To participate in ReActivate, you must have a PADI (Junior) Scuba Diver certification or proof of entry-level diver certification from another training organization with four open water dives. The total time commitment is only 2-6 hours, and the minimum age requirement is 10 years or older.
As an added bonus, you can schedule optional in-water practice with a dive professional and receive a new card that recognizes your new ReActivated date.
Don't let a lack of practice hold you back from enjoying your next scuba diving adventure. Choose ReActivate and refresh your skills with ease.
PADI 5 STAR DIVE CENTER
We are an authorized PADI 5-star dive center that offers a variety of diving experiences and PADI courses for children and adults. We promote eco diving, safe diving awareness, marine conservation and environmental actions. We are located in the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club Marina. Our facilities provide a comfortable and stimulating space for learning with new and high-quality equipment. Our trainers are highly qualified, multilingual PADI professionals led by a PADI Master Instructor and utilizing the complete PADI System of diver education.
Diving Trips
Explore the Depths: Embark on guided dives to discover stunning coral reefs, historic shipwrecks, and diverse marine life.
Unforgettable Experiences:
- Reef Dives: Witness the vibrant colors and intricate formations of Abu Dhabi's coral gardens.
- Wreck Dives: Explore submerged vessels and uncover their secrets.
- Night Dives: Experience the magic of nocturnal marine life under the moonlight.
Diving Courses
Become a Certified Diver: Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving or enhance your skills with our comprehensive PADI courses.
Learn & Grow:
- Open Water Diver: Earn your certification and open the door to a lifetime of underwater exploration.
- Advanced Open Water Diver: Expand your skills and confidence with dives in different environments.
- Rescue Diver: Learn essential rescue techniques and become a more responsible diver.
Specialty Diving Courses
Dive Deeper: Specialize in areas like underwater photography, wreck diving, or night diving to enhance your expertise.
Master Your Passion:
- Underwater Photography: Capture stunning images of marine life and underwater landscapes.
- Wreck Diving: Learn the techniques to safely explore fascinating shipwrecks.
- Night Diving: Discover the unique beauty of the underwater world after dark.
Why Choose Abu Dhabi Diving Center?
- PADI Certified Instructors: Learn from experienced professionals dedicated to your safety and enjoyment.
- Sustainable Practices: We prioritize responsible diving to protect the delicate marine ecosystem.
- Small Groups: Enjoy personalized attention and a more intimate diving experience.
- State-of-the-Art Equipment: Dive with confidence using the latest and best-maintained gear.