Cost of PADI Open Water in Hurghada: Planning Your Full Budget
The cost of PADI Open Water in Hurghada is more than just the course price. Most people also want a few fun dives after certification, and some need transfers or equipment rental. Planning the full budget helps you enjoy your holiday without surprises.
At Chloe’s Diving Center, the course itself costs €400. Below we show three realistic budgets for a dive holiday. Want a personal quote? Tell us your dates and hotel in the form below.
The Core Cost: The Course
The PADI Open Water Diver course costs €400 and includes learning materials, certification, logbook and daily taxation. It usually takes 3 to 4 days. Full details are on our PADI Open Water Diver course in Hurghada page.
Other Costs to Plan For
| Item | Price | When you need it |
| Fun dive day (2 boat dives) | €55 | After certification |
| Multi-day fun dive package | 3 days €133, 5 days €197 | To practise after the course |
| Daily marine park tax | €5 per day | On fun dive days |
| Full equipment rental | €20 per day | On fun dive days, if you have no gear |
| Transfers from Safaga, Makadi or El Gouna | €5 per person per day | If you stay outside Hurghada |
| Optical mask | €10 | If you wear glasses |
All prices are listed on our diving prices in Hurghada page.
Three Sample Budgets
1. Course only
| Item | Cost |
| PADI Open Water Diver course | €400 |
| Total | €400 |
2. Course plus 3 fun dive days
| Item | Cost |
| PADI Open Water Diver course | €400 |
| 3-day fun dive package | €133 |
| Marine park tax (3 days) | €15 |
| Full equipment rental (3 days) | €60 |
| Total | €608 |
3. Course plus 3 fun dive days, staying in Makadi
| Item | Cost |
| Budget 2 | €608 |
| Transfers for about 7 days | €35 |
| Total | about €643 |
These examples are for one person. Your exact total depends on your dates and choices.
How to Keep Your Costs Down
- Take the full Open Water course instead of Scuba Diver plus upgrade, which saves €200.
- Book fun dives as a package rather than single days.
- Bring your own mask or other gear if you have it.
- Stay close to El Mamsha to avoid transfer fees.
Compare every package and extra on our diving prices in Hurghada page.
Book Your Open Water Course
Now that you know the full cost of PADI Open Water in Hurghada, you can plan with confidence. Book your course or message us on WhatsApp.
How much does PADI Open Water cost in Hurghada?
The course costs €400 at Chloe's Diving Center. A full holiday with fun dives often totals around €550 to €650.
Is equipment included in fun dive packages?
Tanks and weights are included. Full equipment can be rented for €20 per day.
Are taxes included in the course price?
Yes. Daily taxation is included in the course. Fun dive days have a €5 daily tax.
Is Hurghada a cheap place to learn diving?
Yes. Hurghada is one of the most affordable places in the world to get PADI certified.
