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SSI Scuba Diver: Your First Certification
Short certification courseDiani

SSI Scuba Diver: Your First Certification

Make diving part of your travels, even with limited time.

Duration

2 days

Group

Per person. Ages 10+

Travel Goal

Ocean, Adventure

Location

Diani

Choose Your Option

Pick what suits you. The price updates as you choose and is confirmed before payment.

Group size (price per person)

This shorter certification course combines digital learning, pool practice and ocean training. It suits travellers with limited time in Diani.

Successful completion qualifies you to dive to a maximum of 12 metres under professional supervision. Junior restrictions apply. You can continue towards Open Water certification later.

Travelling together? Price per person: USD 380 for 1 participant, USD 370 for 2, USD 350 for 4 or more booked together. Contact Putu for three-person bookings.

Best For

Travellers aged 10+ who want a first certification in a short time.

Your Experience

  1. 1

    SSI digital learning

  2. 2

    Instructor-led pool training

  3. 3

    Two ocean training dives

What Is Included

  • SSI digital learning and certification fees
  • Instructor-led pool training
  • Two ocean training dives
  • Complete equipment
  • tanks
  • air fills and weights
  • Drinking water
  • fruit and boat snacks
  • Doorstep pickup and return for scheduled sessions within the confirmed Diani transfer area
  • Putu booking coordination
  • Putu host
  • Photos & videos
  • Putu curation & coordination

Good to Know

What to Wear

Swimwear and a towel.

What to Bring

Sunscreen and your medical screening details.

Activity Level

Moderate.

Weather / Tide Note

Weather and sea conditions can affect schedules and dive sites. Certification depends on completing the required theory and practical skills.

Wildlife Note

Sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed.

1 participant

$380

Putu Travels Coastal Desk

Putu Travels Coastal Desk

Diani & Kenyan Coast Concierge

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