Open Water courses in Malta
24 Open Water courses from 11 dive centers in Malta, bookable online. Prices start at US$227. The most common length is 2 days.
The Open Water Diver course is the entry-level scuba certification. It combines theory, skill sessions in a pool or calm shallow water and four open water dives, and it certifies you to dive to 18 metres with a buddy anywhere in the world.
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No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
OK Diving Malta
5.0
Open Water Diver Course
St Paul's Bay, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Starfish Diving Malta
4.8
PADI Open Water Diver Course
St Julian's, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dive Systems Malta
4.8
SSI Open Water Diver Course
Sliema, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Aquatica Dive Centre
4.7
SSI Open Water Diver
St. Paul's Bay, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Seashell Dive Centre
4.9
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Mellieħa, Malta4 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Divemasters Malta
5.0
SSI Open Water Diver
Siġġiewi, Malta4 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Divemasters Malta
5.0
SSI Scuba Diver
Siġġiewi, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Blue Waters Dive Cove
5.0
PADI Scuba Diver to Open Water upgrade
Qala, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Blue Waters Dive Cove
5.0
PADI Open Water Diver referral (four OW dives)
Qala, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Blue Waters Dive Cove
5.0
PADI Open Water Diver
Qala, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Blue Waters Dive Cove
5.0
PADI Scuba Diver
Qala, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dune Malta Dive Centre
5.0
SSI Open Water Diver referral
Mellieħa, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dune Malta Dive Centre
5.0
SSI Open Water Diver
Mellieħa, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dune Malta Dive Centre
5.0
SSI Scuba Diver
Mellieħa, Malta1 day
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dive Vision Malta
5.0
SSI Scuba Diver to Open Water upgrade
Il-Mellieħa, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dive Vision Malta
5.0
SSI Open Water Diver
Il-Mellieħa, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dive Vision Malta
5.0
SSI Scuba Diver
Il-Mellieħa, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
WaterWorld Malta
4.9
PADI Scuba Diver to Open Water upgrade
Qawra, Malta2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
WaterWorld Malta
4.9
PADI Open Water Diver
Qawra, Malta4 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
WaterWorld Malta
4.9
PADI Scuba Diver
Qawra, Malta3 days
$...
/ diver
Diving in Malta
Malta and Gozo are among the best places to dive in Europe: clear Mediterranean water, wrecks at every depth, caves and arches, most of them reached from shore.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does the Open Water course cost in Malta?
- On Be Underwater, Open Water courses in Malta start at US$227, across 24 options from 11 dive centers. Each listing shows what the price includes.
- How long does the Open Water course take?
- Most dive centers run it over 3 to 4 days. Completing the theory online before you travel can shorten the time you spend in a classroom.
- Do I need any experience to start?
- No. You need to be able to swim, be in reasonable health and complete a medical questionnaire. The minimum age is usually 10.
- Is the certification valid everywhere?
- Yes. Open Water certifications from PADI, SSI and the other recognised agencies are accepted by dive centers worldwide and do not expire.
- How do I book on Be Underwater?
- Open a listing, choose your date and the number of divers, and book online. The price you see is the dive center's own price, and the dive center confirms your booking.