PADI Course Sharm El Sheikh Price: Open Water Course Guide

Quick answer: the PADI Open Water course in Sharm El Sheikh takes 3 to 4 days and costs £399 per person with us. Book it on the PADI Open Water course page, or try one intro dive first from £50.

Welcome to Sharm El Sheikh, where the Red Sea is warm, clear and full of reef life. If you have ever wanted to learn to breathe underwater and explore the coral reefs on your own dives, the PADI Open Water course is where most people start. Before you book a PADI course in Sharm El Sheikh, the price is usually the first question. Our PADI Open Water course takes 3 to 4 days and costs £399 per person. This guide explains what the course involves, what the price covers, how to book it with PyraSafari, and what to ask before you start.

Planning a dive? Compare all options for diving in Sharm El Sheikh: the intro dive, the PADI course and boat dives for certified divers, with prices.

There are many dive centres in Sharm, and courses can look alike from the outside. That is why it helps to compare the same things: the length of the course, what is included in the price, how many dives you do and who teaches you. Choosing a PADI Open Water certification in Sharm El Sheikh should be based on clear facts, so we list the ones we can confirm and tell you where to ask about the rest.

Why Sharm El Sheikh Is a Popular Place to Learn to Dive

Sharm El Sheikh is close to some of the best-known reefs in the Red Sea. These reefs are known for their many types of coral and fish, and the visibility is often very good. Warm water for much of the year also makes learning more comfortable. All of this makes Sharm a good place for PADI Open Water certification in Sharm El Sheikh, whether you are on a short holiday or staying longer.

Once you are a certified diver, you can visit well-known areas like Ras Mohammed National Park and the Straits of Tiran, where there are colourful reefs and some wrecks. These trips are usually done by boat. During the course itself, the dive sites are chosen to suit beginners. We aim to make your scuba diving Sharm course easy to follow, from the theory to your first open water dive. We work with guests staying in Sharm El Sheikh hotels, so the course fits around your holiday.

Your PADI Open Water Course with PyraSafari: How It Works

Taking a PADI course Sharm El Sheikh with PyraSafari means following the standard PADI Open Water programme over 3 to 4 days. Group size and the student-to-instructor ratio can vary with the season. If you would like to know how many students will be in your group, or you want to learn together with only your partner or family, ask us on WhatsApp before you book.

What to Expect: Your 3-4 Day PADI Open Water Course Sharm El Sheikh Breakdown

The PADI Open Water 3 day course Sharm El Sheikh (or 4 days, depending on your pace and the conditions) follows three main parts, as in any PADI Open Water course:

1. Knowledge Development (Theory): You learn the basics of diving, such as how pressure works, how to plan a dive and how to stay safe. PADI offers this part as online eLearning, which some students complete before they travel. Ask us on WhatsApp whether eLearning is included in your course price or needs to be bought separately.
2. Confined Water Dives: These are your first sessions underwater, held in a pool or calm, shallow water. Your instructor guides you through key skills, such as clearing your mask and recovering your regulator, until you can do each one with confidence. The focus is on comfort and practice in a controlled place.
3. Open Water Dives: Under PADI standards, the course includes four open water dives, usually over two days. You use your new skills on Red Sea reefs chosen for beginners. You may see corals, reef fish and perhaps a moray eel or a turtle, but marine life sightings cannot be promised. This is a good way to learn to dive Sharm El Sheikh style, with the Red Sea as your classroom.

PADI Course Sharm El Sheikh Price: What You Pay with PyraSafari

Many people find it hard to get a clear price for a dive course. Here is ours. The Sharm El Sheikh PADI Open Water course price with PyraSafari is £399 per person for the 3 to 4 day course. You book online with a minimum 30% deposit and pay the rest in cash on the day. Prices can change, so the trip page always shows the current price.

Before you book any course in Sharm, ours or another, it is worth checking these points:

• What the Price Covers: Ask whether the price includes PADI materials or eLearning, the certification fee, equipment rental and transfers from your hotel. For our course, check the trip page or ask us on WhatsApp for the full list, so there are no surprises.
• Group Size and Schedule: Ask how many students share one instructor and how the days are planned. If you want a group with only your partner or family, or need to fit the course around other plans, tell us before you book and we will tell you what is possible. There is one course with one clear price, not a set of add-on packages.

When you compare a PADI Open Water package Sharm El Sheikh from hotel pickup, compare the same items: course length, number of dives, what is included and the deposit terms. A lower headline price can end up costing more if equipment or certification fees are extra, so ask before you pay.

Dive Sites Around Sharm El Sheikh: A Guide for New Divers

With your PADI Open Water card, many more Red Sea dive sites open up to you. Here are some well-known areas for diving Sharm El Sheikh. Which sites suit you depends on your experience and the conditions on the day:

• Ras Mohammed National Park: Egypt’s best-known marine park, with steep reef walls, coral gardens and lots of fish. Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef are famous sites where divers often see schools of fish. Some sites here have currents, so they may suit you better after you gain experience.
• The Straits of Tiran: Home to four well-known reefs, Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas and Gordon. They are known for strong currents and drift dives, so they often suit more experienced divers, though some spots are more sheltered. The hard and soft corals here are very colourful.
• Local Reefs: Sites like Near Garden, Far Garden and Middle Garden are often calmer and good for practising your skills after the course. You can see reef fish, and sometimes octopus and moray eels.

Popular sites can be busy, especially in high season, and we cannot promise quiet spots. The choice of site always depends on the weather and on what is safe for your level. After your course, if you are a certified diver and want your own dive guide, ask us about our private diving trip for certified divers, which is by enquiry only.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about PADI Open Water in Sharm El Sheikh

What is the PADI Open Water course price in Sharm El Sheikh?

Prices vary between dive centres, depending on group size and what is included. With PyraSafari, the PADI Open Water course costs £399 per person for 3 to 4 days. When comparing prices, check what each one includes, such as materials, certification fee, equipment and transfers. Ask us on WhatsApp for the full list of what our price covers.

How long does it take to get PADI Open Water certified in Sharm El Sheikh?

Our PADI Open Water course takes 3 to 4 days. If you complete the PADI eLearning before your trip, you can spend more of your time in Sharm El Sheikh on the in-water training. The pace also depends on how quickly you feel comfortable with the skills, and on the weather.

Why book your PADI Open Water course in Sharm El Sheikh with PyraSafari?

We focus on trips from Sharm El Sheikh, and we give you a clear price in pounds before you book: £399 for the 3 to 4 day course, with a 30% deposit online and the rest in cash on the day. If you have questions about group size, schedule or what is included, we answer them on WhatsApp before you pay, so you know what you are booking.

Can I start my PADI Open Water course directly from my hotel in Sharm El Sheikh?

The course is for guests staying in Sharm El Sheikh. Whether daily pickup from your hotel is included for your PADI Open Water certification Sharm El Sheikh course, and at what time, depends on your hotel and the course schedule. Send us your hotel name on WhatsApp and we will confirm the details before you book.

Your Next Adventure Awaits

Learning to dive in the Red Sea is a skill you can use for the rest of your life. If you are ready to earn your PADI Open Water certification Sharm El Sheikh with PyraSafari, see the course page for the current price and dates. Not sure yet? Try a beginner intro dive from the beach first (£50 adult, £45 child), or message us on WhatsApp with your questions.