Advanced OWD
Description
Exploration, Excitement, Experiences.
They’re what the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about. And no, you don’t have to be “advanced” to take it – it’s designed so you can go straight into it after the PADI Open Water Diver course. The Advanced Open Water Diver course helps you increase your confidence and build your scuba skills so you can become more comfortable in the water. This is a great way to get more dives under your belt while continuing to learn under the supervision of your PADI instructor. This course builds on what you’ve learned and develops new capabilities by introducing you to new activities and new ways to have fun scuba diving.
PREREQUISITES:To be certified as OWD, minimum age 15 years (10 for junior divers)
Inclusions
4 dives
all equipment
theory lessons
boat trips
reference material and PADI certification.
Cancellation Policy
To ensure the safety, logistics, and quality of our diving experiences, we have established the following cancellation policy. Please read these terms carefully before booking your course.
Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair while accounting for the high demand and limited availability of specialized diving spots in the Galapagos Islands.
| Timeframe | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 30+ days before start date | Full refund (minus any non-refundable credit card/bank fees). |
| 15–29 days before start date | 50% of the total course fee. |
| 0–14 days before start date | No refund (100% of the total course fee). |
Important Conditions
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No-Shows: Failure to arrive at the designated time and location for the start of your course will be treated as a last-minute cancellation, and no refund will be issued.
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Medical Issues: If you are unable to participate due to a medical condition, you must provide a valid medical certificate signed by a doctor. In this case, we may offer a partial refund or allow you to reschedule based on availability, at our discretion.
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Changes to Itinerary (Force Majeure): Galapagos diving operations are subject to conditions beyond our control, including weather, sea conditions, or official instructions from the Galapagos National Park authorities.
- If a dive is cancelled by the operator for safety reasons, we will prioritize rescheduling.
- If rescheduling is not possible, a pro-rated refund for the specific missed service will be issued.
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Certification Requirements: It is the student’s responsibility to meet the medical and swimming requirements prior to the course. If a student is disqualified by an instructor during the course due to safety concerns or failure to meet performance requirements, no refund will be provided.
How to Request a Cancellation
All cancellation requests must be made in writing via email to [info@galapagostravellers.com]. The date the email is received will be used to calculate the applicable cancellation fees.
Note: We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes "cancel for any reason" coverage and coverage for adventure sports/scuba diving.
