PADI Dive Courses in El Nido, Palawan
Learn to scuba dive in one of the Philippines’ most spectacular destinations with Submariner Diving Center. Located directly on the beachfront in central El Nido, we offer PADI dive courses for complete beginners through to experienced divers looking to continue their training.
As a PADI 5 Star Dive Center, our focus is on professional instruction, small groups, quality equipment and a relaxed learning environment. Whether you are taking your first breath underwater or advancing your existing certification, our team can help you choose the right course for your experience and holiday schedule.
Your El Nido underwater adventure starts here!
Choose Your PADI Dive Course in El Nido
PADI Open Water Diver
Start your diving journey in El Nido and become a certified PADI Open Water Diver. This course is designed for beginners and combines online theory, confined-water skills and open-water training dives with one of our PADI instructors.
₱20,500 per person
Includes PADI eLearning, full diving equipment, instructor and lunch
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Take your diving skills to the next level with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course. Build confidence and experience through adventure dives that include deep diving, underwater navigation and specialty dives around El Nido.
₱20,000 per person
Includes PADI eLearning, full diving equipment, instructor and lunch
PADI Rescue Diver + EFR
Build confidence, awareness and emergency-management skills with the PADI Rescue Diver and Emergency First Response course. Learn to prevent and manage diving problems, assist divers and respond in emergency situations.
₱33,000 per person
PADI eLearning, full gear, instructor, Rescue/EFR training, lunch
Discover Scuba Diving
Try scuba diving for the first time in El Nido with a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience. After a safety briefing and basic skills session, enjoy guided diving with a PADI professional in suitable beginner dive sites chosen for the day’s conditions
₱5,800 per person
Full diving equipment, PADI professional, training session and lunch.
Scuba Refresher
Been away from diving? Our Scuba Refresher helps certified divers shake off the rust and rebuild confidence before joining regular fun dives. Review key skills with an instructor in confined water, then put them into practice on two open-water dives in beautiful El Nido.
₱5,800 per person
Confined-water refresher, 2 open-water dives, full gear, guide & lunch
Bubble Maker (Kids age 8+)
Kids 8+ can take their very first breaths underwater in a safe, shallow pool (max 2 meters), guided by a certified PADI instructor. They’ll try on real scuba gear, learn simple skills, and feel what it’s like to float like a diver. No experience needed, just a love for the water!
₱5,800 per person
PADI eLearning, full diving equipment, instructor, training dives and lunch.
Which PADI Dive Course Is Right for You?
New to diving? Start with Discover Scuba Diving if you want to try diving without committing to full certification, or choose PADI Open Water Diver if you want to become a certified diver.
Already certified? PADI Advanced Open Water is ideal if you want to build confidence and broaden your experience, while a Scuba Refresher is better if you have not dived for some time.
Looking to develop rescue and emergency skills? PADI Rescue Diver + EFR is the next step for experienced certified divers who want stronger problem-solving and emergency-response skills.
Travelling with children or teenagers? Eligible children and teenagers can work toward PADI Junior Open Water certification with age-appropriate supervision and training.
Not sure which course is best for you? Contact our team and we’ll recommend the most suitable option based on your certification, experience and available time in El Nido.
Why Learn to Dive in El Nido with Submariner?
PADI 5 Star Dive Center
Train with an established PADI dive centre in El Nido, with experienced instructors and a strong focus on safe, professional training.
Beachfront Location in Central El Nido
Our dive centre is located directly on the beachfront, making it easy to start your training and join daily dive trips without complicated transfers.
Small Groups and Personal Attention
We keep training groups manageable so instructors can give students the attention, support and confidence they need throughout the course.
Quality Equipment Included
Full diving equipment is included with our courses, so you can focus on learning and enjoying the experience without needing to bring your own gear.
Lunch Included on Dive Days
Lunch is included during course dive days, making the training experience easier and more convenient.
PADI Dive Course FAQs in El Nido
The PADI Open Water Diver course is normally completed over several training sessions that combine eLearning, confined-water skills and open-water dives. The exact schedule can vary depending on your progress, available time and conditions.
We strongly recommend completing as much of the online theory as possible before arriving in El Nido. This gives you more time to focus on the practical and underwater parts of the course.
Yes. Full diving equipment is included in our course prices, so you do not need to bring your own gear unless you prefer to use it
Yes. Lunch is included on course dive days
Yes. PADI Open Water Diver is designed for beginners, while Discover Scuba Diving is a good option if you would like to try scuba diving before committing to full certification.
Yes, depending on your available time, progress and course scheduling. Many divers complete Open Water first and then continue to Advanced Open Water during the same trip.
All students complete a medical questionnaire before training. Depending on your answers, you may need medical clearance from a doctor before diving.
Yes. Our refresher option is designed for certified divers who have not dived recently or simply want to rebuild confidence before joining regular fun dives.
You can book through our website or contact our team directly. We recommend booking in advance, especially during the busy season, so we can confirm your preferred dates and arrange your eLearning.
Yes, subject to available space on the boat. Please check with our office in advance so we can confirm availability.
Ready to Start Your PADI Dive Course in El Nido?
Whether you’re trying scuba for the first time, completing your Open Water certification or continuing your training, our team can help you choose the right course and confirm the best schedule for your stay in El Nido.