Beginner PADI Diving Courses in Sharm El Sheikh Red Sea

Start Your Scuba Adventure at Ras Gamila!
Sharm El Sheikh’s Premier PADI Courses

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Begin Your Diving Journey at Ras Gamila!
Sharm El Sheikh’s Elite PADI Instructors

Discover the Red Sea’s vibrant reefs at Ras Gamila, Sharm El Sheikh’s iconic house reef, with Aquarius Diving Club, a PADI 5-Star Resort & Instructor Development Center. Our beginner-friendly PADI courses, from Discover Scuba Diving to Open Water certification, offer safe, fun diving with expert instructors. Dive confidently in small groups, exploring colorful marine life. Perfect for adults and kids. Book now for an unforgettable underwater adventure!

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PADI Discover Scuba Diving

Perfect for first-timers, our top-rated packages let you explore the Red Sea’s stunning reefs with expert PADI instructors. No experience needed!

Discover Scuba Diving PADI in Sharm El Sheikh
£99 £90 Save 9%

Discover Scuba Diving (PADI)

Perfect first step for those wanting more than a try dive but not ready for the full Open Water course. In one morning, complete a theory introduction, confined water skill session, and a 12m open water dive with a PADI instructor.

  • Minimum Age 10+
  • Theory briefing, skill practice
  • 1 guided open water dive (12m)
  • Includes instructor, gear
  • Deductible from Open Water course
  • Deductible from Scuba Diver course
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Try Diving and Snorkeling Options in Red Sea
Just Fun Trips? Snorkeling & Try Diving Adventures

Try Diving & Snorkeling Options

Explore a variety of introductory diving and snorkeling experiences at Ras Gamila and Sharm El Sheikh best sea excursions. Perfect for beginners and families wanting to discover the Red Sea.

  • Full Day and Half Day Adventures
  • Choose from intro dives or snorkeling
  • Guided by PADI instructors
  • Tailored for non-divers
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Kids PADI Courses
Fun & Safe Diving

Introduce your child to scuba with playful, shallow (2-4m) programs at our pool, guided by expert PADI instructors. Perfect for young adventurers!

PADI Seal Team Kids Diving Course in Sharm El Sheikh
£110 £100 Save 9%

PADI Seal Team

Dive into fun with our top-rated pool-based course, featuring exciting missions like underwater photography. No experience needed – guided by premier PADI instructors!

  • Age 8+, basic swimming
  • 5 pool sessions, certificate
  • Activities: photography, navigation
  • Includes instructor, gear, fees
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PADI Bubblemaker Kids Scuba Lesson Red Sea
£55 £50 Save 9%

PADI Bubblemaker

Kids dive into a playful pool session, blowing bubbles at 2m with premier PADI instructors. Perfect first dive adventure!

  • Age 8+, water comfort
  • 1 session, certificate
  • Instructor-led bubble play
  • Includes gear, fees
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PADI Beginner Courses
Become a Certified Diver

Learn to dive confidently with our beginner-friendly courses, featuring pool practice and shore dives at Ras Gamila, guided by expert PADI instructors.

PADI Scuba Diver Course

Fast-Track Certification!

Premier 2-day course certifies you to dive up to 12m with a guide at Ras Gamila. Perfect for beginners with limited time – top-rated PADI instructors ensure a safe, thrilling start!

  • Duration: 2 days
Prerequisites
  • Minimum Age 10+
  • Swim 200m, medical fit
Details
  • 3 theory sessions
  • 3 pool sessions
  • 2 house reef dives (shore), max 12m
  • Day 1: Theory, pool skills
  • Day 2: 2 x Red Sea shore dives
  • PADI materials & e-learning videos available in most languages

What to Expect: Learn basics like breathing and buoyancy, dive Ras Gamila’s shallow reefs, upgrade later to Open Water.

Included
  • Dive Instructor
  • Full Equipment
  • Weights, 12L Tanks
  • Free transfers within Sharm El Sheikh
Excluded
  • PADI Materials, E-learning Videos & Certificate (£90)
£209 £188 Save 10%
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PADI Open Water Diver Course

Full Global Certification!

Become a confident diver with our top-rated 4-day course, certifying you to dive independently up to 18m worldwide. Guided by premier PADI instructors at Ras Gamila for an epic Red Sea adventure!

  • Duration: 4 days
Prerequisites
  • Minimum Age 10+
  • Swim 200m, float 10min
Details
  • 5 theory sessions
  • 5 pool sessions
  • 4 house reef dives (shore), max 18m
  • Days 1-2: Theory, pool (breathing, buoyancy)
  • Days 3-4: 4 x Red Sea shore dives
  • PADI materials & e-learning videos available in most languages

What to Expect: Master skills like mask clearing, dive Ras Gamila’s calm reefs, earn lifetime certification for global diving.

Included
  • Dive Instructor
  • Full Equipment
  • Weights, 12L Tanks
  • Free transfers within Sharm El Sheikh
Excluded
  • PADI Materials, E-learning Videos & Certificate (£90)
£310 £279 Save 10%
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PADI Open Water Referral Course

Continue Your Open Water Certification!

Finish your Open Water certification with thrilling shore dives up to 18m at Ras Gamila, guided by premier PADI instructors. Perfect for those who’ve completed theory/pool at home!

  • Duration: 2 days
Prerequisites
  • Minimum Age 10+
  • Referral paperwork
Details
  • 4 house reef dives (shore), max 18m
  • Review skills, guided dives
  • Day 1: Skill refresh, 2 shore dives
  • Day 2: 2 x shore dives, certify
  • PADI materials & e-learning videos available in most languages

What to Expect: Complete theory/pool from home, dive Ras Gamila’s warm waters, earn global certification.

Included
  • Dive Instructor
  • Full Equipment
  • Weights, 12L Tanks
  • Free transfers within Sharm El Sheikh
Excluded
  • PADI Materials, E-learning Videos & Certificate (£90)
£210 £189 Save 10%
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Upgrade to Open Water Diver Course

Boost Your Diving Skills!

Advance from PADI Scuba Diver to dive independently up to 18m worldwide. Guided by premier PADI instructors at Ras Gamila for a thrilling Red Sea certification upgrade!

  • Duration: 2 days
Prerequisites
  • PADI Scuba Diver certification
Details
  • 2 theory sessions
  • 2 pool sessions
  • 2 house reef dives (shore), max 18m
  • Day 1: Theory, pool refresh
  • Day 2: 2 x Red Sea shore dives
  • PADI materials & e-learning videos available in most languages

What to Expect: Build on Scuba Diver skills, dive independently to 18m at Ras Gamila, explore global dive sites.

Included
  • Dive Instructor
  • Full Equipment
  • Weights, 12L Tanks
  • Free transfers within Sharm El Sheikh
Excluded
  • PADI Materials, E-learning Videos & Certificate (£90)
£210 £189 Save 10%
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Why Aquarius is Your Best Choice?

Free Cancellation

Cancel or reschedule up to 12 hours before with no penalties.

All-Inclusive

Includes instructor, gear, fees, and transfers within Sharm El Sheikh for ease.

Safe & Professional

PADI 5 Star Resort, small groups, DAN insured. Your best Red Sea choice.

Award-Winning

TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice 2025 & 2024, PADI 5 Star IDC.

FAQ – Beginner Diving in Sharm El Sheikh

Clear answers to start your Red Sea scuba adventure with confidence!

No experience needed! Our premier PADI instructors guide beginners safely. Bring a towel, swimsuit, sunscreen, and be 10+ with basic swimming skills. A medical form is required.

Free transfers within Sharm El Sheikh for all courses and packages.

Absolutely! Our top-rated PADI instructors ensure safety with small groups, shallow dives (2–12m), and full supervision. All gear is checked to PADI standards.

Includes: Premier PADI instructors, all gear, dive fees, PADI materials, e-learning videos, and certification for courses. Excludes: Lunch (£8/day for boat trips).

Yes! For ages 8+, our Bubblemaker and Seal Team courses use shallow pools (2–4m) with 1:1 supervision by premier PADI instructors, following strict safety standards.

No worries! Our patient, top-rated instructors start with shallow, easy dives and guide you step-by-step. Try our Discover Scuba Diving for a no-pressure intro!

The Red Sea offers calm waters, mild currents, and warm weather year-round, ideal for beginners. Vibrant reefs at Ras Gamila, friendly marine life, and our top-rated PADI instructors ensure a safe, world-class experience!