How much does it cost to obtain a diving license? A thorough introduction to market prices and cheap plans!

How much does it cost to obtain a diving license? A thorough introduction to market prices and cheap plans!
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Activity Japan editorial department

On this page, you will find the scuba diving license. Diving license (Common name: C card) A special feature on how to obtain ``!

Prices, required number of days, types, popular spots, etc. , basic knowledge for beginner divers aiming to obtain a diving license. We will thoroughly introduce.

how much? What day? Where is good? etc... Check out all the useful information to get your diving license Let's do it.

Market price for acquiring a diving license

How much does it cost to obtain a diving license? A thorough introduction to market prices and cheap plans!

The first step to becoming a full-fledged diver Diving license (commonly known as: C card) acquisition .

diving license How much does it cost to obtain it? I think there are many people who want to know about .

As a major premise, the acquisition cost and fee setting for a diving license will be determined by taking the course. Varies depending on diving shop/school and license issuing organization. is.

First of all, let's start with the diving license training tour listed on Activity Japan. Cheap plans for each popular area Let's take a look.

Lowest price for diving license training tour in Okinawa

Spring sale underway! You can participate from the day of arrival [Okinawa/Naha] Obtain a diving license! An open water course where you can become a diver in as little as 1.5 days★

M.a.r.i.n.e Factory
Naha
54,000 circle 8,888 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

This course is for those who are acquiring a diving license for the first time. With the know-how unique to our store, which has been operating exclusively for beginners since our establishment, we are now able to set up courses in a short time and at low prices! With this, you can freely enjoy diving anywhere within the recommended depth of 18m in oceans around the world! <Get your license in easy steps> 3 easy steps

[Okinawa/Kerama] Feel free to get a license! Become your dream diver in as little as 1.5 days! C card acquisition course

ocean links
Urasoe/Ginowan
9,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

With this plan, you can obtain a CMAS C card. C cards obtained at our store are valid all over the world. Would you like to get a license that will expand the enjoyment of diving and make your diving life even more familiar?

[Okinawa/Diving License/PADI EFR Course] Challenge the lowest price in Okinawa! Safe local Okinawan guide! No. 1 in word-of-mouth satisfaction!

Okinawa Diving Churaumi Goonies
Blue cave, Onna village
19,800 circle 9,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!
  • 5.0
  • (3 reviews/testimonials)

We receive many reservations from customers who say, ``I chose this restaurant based on the quality of the photos and the reviews!'' Thank you very much to all our guests and repeat customers for your reviews and introductions m(_ _)mIf entry level divers are interested in adventure diving such as underwater photography and fish observation, we recommend the Okinawa PADI diving license step-up.

Izu diving license training tour lowest price

[Shizuoka/Izu Area] Let's aim to obtain a license in Izu where the sea is calm and crystal clear

Lanai Diving School
Minamiizu
16,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

You can choose a day trip plan or an overnight stay plan and proceed according to your own schedule.

[Shizuoka/Higashi Izu] Become a "diver"! PADI Open Water Diver Course [C Card Obtained]

MARINE STAGE
Izu Kogen
21,945 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a full-fledged course where you will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to enjoy diving safely, including planning your dive, determining sea conditions, and avoiding trouble. When you complete this course, you will be issued a C card as proof that you have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to become a diver! For those who want to seriously enjoy diving at their own risk as a hobby.

[Shizuoka/Numazu] Diving license acquisition ☆ PADI Adventure Diver Course (1 day)

beach time
Numazu/Mishima
27,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

・3 leisurely dives at Osezaki with calm waves ・Transportation available from Numazu Station and Shizuoka Station!・We will do 3 dives at Osezaki.・After completion, you will be certified as a PADI Adventure Diver.・This course is held in a calm sea with few waves.・It is a point with a wide variety of fish and marine life.・Teach slowly and carefully. Examination/examination fee/miscellaneous expenses (15,000 yen)

Lowest price for diving license training tour in Tokyo

[Shibuya-ku, Tokyo] Obtain international diving license BSAC Scuba Diver Course [Special price for 10 people every month]

Diving Shop KANOA
Shibuya/Harajuku
10,800 Yen ~ (tax included)

This diving license acquisition course is a course that you can take at a low price to create an opportunity to start diving and acquire a diving license (C card).

[Tokyo/Meguro] Super special price! Diving license acquisition course for beginners. We are also running a cashback campaign for the entire course fee.

Diving School Blue Earth 21 Tokyo Metropolitan University
Meguro
49,000 circle 11,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

NAUI, the world's longest-established and highly reliable diving instruction organization, offers a special price of ¥11,000 for the "Open Water Diver" license course! License courses are being held at low prices. A school full-time female staff, safe for girls alone. You can choose your schedule and have one-on-one sessions at no additional cost. Now, only the first 10 people can get the full course fee.

Spring Sale Special Discount [Tokyo] Scuba Diving Beginner 12mC Card Course Go to the seas of Kanagawa and Shizuoka, which are highly rated and reviewed by divers! aqua gift

Diving Club Aqua Gift Ikebukuro Store
Ikebukuro
58,300 circle 13,200 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

A beginner's 12m scuba diving license (C card) acquisition plan sponsored by Aqua Gift. Courses in the Kanagawa and Shizuoka areas that are highly rated and reviewed by divers. With an indoor pool and dry suit, you can take classes all year round, on weekends and weekdays. Obtain the international license you need to enjoy scuba diving, whether overseas or domestically, and turn the entire earth into your playground.

Lowest price for diving license training tour in Osaka

[Umeda, Osaka Prefecture] OK even on the way home from work! Diving license acquisition

Deja Vu Diving Shop Osaka Umeda Store
Around Umeda
19,800 Yen ~ (tax included)

You can dive all over the world! NAUINAUI Open Water Diver Course You can dive to a depth of 18 meters. Our diving experience is guaranteed as we have won the NAUI Good Scuba Center Award from the global diving instruction organization NAUI! Our experienced staff will be happy to assist you. [How to obtain a diving license]

[From Osaka] 3-day open water diver course [Obtain license! ]

wise diving support
Southern Osaka (Sakai, Kishiwada, Kansai Airport)
39,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Becoming a diver means taking an open water course. Get your license and aim to become an independent diver with safety, fun, and seamanship!

[Osaka] License acquisition course Ocean diver international license 3 days ~

Diving & surfing shop GOODTIME
Shinsaibashi/Namba/Yotsubashi
40,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

To start diving, you need to obtain a certification called a license (C card). Aqua 2 offers an educational program in which you can select an acquisition card from the internationally recognized diving educational institution BSAC. We will support you to continue diving safely and enjoyably as a lifelong hobby. ■Course content/disciplinary training

As you can see from the above, the diving license training tour Prices vary widely depending on course content and service content. .

Activity Japan publication plan Looking at the market price, it is approximately 20,000 yen to 60,000 yen per person. There is a big difference in the amount.

Obtain a diving license before making a reservation for the tour It is important to carefully check the course details is.

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Why are the diving license acquisition costs different?

How much does it cost to obtain a diving license? A thorough introduction to market prices and cheap plans!

As mentioned above, Diving license It takes to get (C card) Costs and fees vary widely depending on the shop. there is.

Therefore" Why are the diving license acquisition costs different? I think there are many people who have doubts.

by shop Main reasons why diving license acquisition costs differ These include:

Why are the prices of diving license courses different?

  • Place of implementation
  • Training period
  • Guiding organization
  • teaching materials
  • Such

Even considering the above, The national average is around 50,000 yen. It can be said that the amount of

for example, If the price is too low, additional charges may be incurred or you may be recommended to purchase diving equipment as a set. Masu.

Also, If the price is too high, it may include special services other than the course. Masu.

In any case, the diving license acquisition tour It is important to carefully check the course details is.

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How many days does it take to get a diving license?

How much does it cost to obtain a diving license? A thorough introduction to market prices and cheap plans!

" Diving license How many days is the shortest time to get it? I think there are many people who are researching the required number of days.

Diving license courses mainly include the following: Clear 3 steps need to do it.

  • Academic course
  • Pool training
  • Marine training

Cost to obtain diving license (C card) The number of days varies depending on the shop, instruction group, or plan. .

For example, for PADI's Open Water Diver (OWD) course, Can be obtained in as little as 2 days (3 days and 2 nights) I have a plan.

In that case, E-learning for academic courses through the internet In most cases, only practical training is conducted on-site.

Diving license types

How much does it cost to obtain a diving license? A thorough introduction to market prices and cheap plans!

Diving license (C card) is available all over the world. Guidance and publication by approximately 40 organizations It has been.

Among them, PADI, NAUI, CMAS, BSAC, etc. が有名なDiving licenseGuiding organizationis.

Conduct diving license training Shops and schools must be certified and registered with one of the diving license guidance organizations. It has been.

Furthermore, each diving license guidance organization There are grades depending on the depth and level of water you can dive in, or your purpose. Masu.

Beginners should apply at each diving license guidance organization. Aim to obtain an entry-level license .

For example, the world's largest diving license instruction organization The entry-level PADI grade is "Open Water Diver (OWD)" is.

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Where is the best place to get a diving license?

How much does it cost to obtain a diving license? A thorough introduction to market prices and cheap plans!

" Diving license Recommended locations for classes I'm sure many of you are doing research on this.

Diving license course Held at diving shops and schools across the country It has been. (Practice may be an expedition)

Below is a ranking based on Activity Japan reservation data. Popular regions/areas Let's take a look.

Diving license course popular area ranking

Okinawa
Kanagawa
Wakayama
Tokyo
Shizuoka
Osaka
Kagoshima
Kochi
Chiba
Aichi
Based on the number of Activity Japan reservations

Japan's world-class marine sports paradise Okinawa (Including remote islands) ” diving license course is gaining overwhelming popularity.

There are plans that allow you to obtain a diving license (C card) in as little as 2 days. It is also possible to obtain a license while traveling. is.

From Kanto and areas where day trips are possible, Tokyo ”, “ Kanagawa ”, “ Shizuoka ' etc. are ranked.

Especially in Shizuoka, where there are many diving spots. The Izu area is an area where diving license courses are popular. It is known as.

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Diving license course popularity ranking

Finally, based on Activity Japan's latest reservation data, Diving license Course popularity ranking ” will be introduced.

Please refer to the course content and fees (prices) as well as the reputation from reviews and word-of-mouth testimonials to help you compare and choose a plan.

POINT!
We expect a large number of reservations and inquiries for each plan during weekends, holidays, and long vacation seasons such as Golden Week, Summer Vacation, and Silver Week. We recommend checking schedule availability and making early reservations.
1 rank

[Free transportation from Shibuya] Open water diver course acquisition plan in 2.5 days (maximum diving depth 18m)

Seven Seas Setagaya Main Store
Yokosuka/Miura
54,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (4 reviews/testimonials)

NAUI Open Water Diver Course (maximum depth 18m) The first step to becoming a full-fledged diver! ! This is the most popular diving license. Permanent qualification that can be used worldwide! ! We will learn the basics of diving from scratch, with safety first and fun as our motto. Minimum 2.5 days. Can be obtained by completing one academic lecture (1-2 hours) and two marine training sessions.

2 rank

[Okinawa Blue Cave] PADI license acquisition course [1 day ~] Underwater photography & free gift! Spring sale in progress

Okinawa Diving Shop Sea Mall
Blue cave, Onna village
40,000 circle 14,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

How about getting a diving license to commemorate Okinawa? ! A card with the date will be a keepsake. Also, those who want to start diving in earnest will enjoy the solid course content and aim to become independent and become divers! *Even if you are new to diving or are not good at swimming, our veteran staff who have held license courses over 500 times will provide full support.

3 rank

[Okinawa/Kerama Islands] Training fee 17,500 yen! We're trying it out at a low price right now! PADI license!

Fish 'n Bubbles
Blue cave, Onna village
17,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

PADI open water license course. Make your diver debut in as little as 2 days! After obtaining the license, you can enjoy fan diving at a maximum depth of 18 meters. The second day of the course can be held at the Kerama Islands or the World Natural Heritage Yanbaru area, which is home to world-class transparency and colorful coral reefs and fish! Photos of you participating

4 rank

[Shizuoka / Izu Kogen] Diving license acquisition / 2-day open water course / Trial diving experience for those with experience (inexperienced)

Izu Kogen Diving Little Ritz
Izu Kogen
33,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Get your diving license in 2 days! The Izu sea is fun because there are a lot of fish! I did some trial diving this year and it was fun! For those of you who say (It is also possible to obtain this certification even if you have no experience diving.) Why not take advantage of that experience and start diving in earnest? This license course is for people with experience diving! Shorter than general courses

5 rank

[2 days on Ishigaki Island] Obtain a PADI license at the island's only diving pool! Now's your chance to get a special plan!

OceanStudio
Ishigaki Island
85,000 circle 28,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

◉ Opportunity to obtain a world-class qualification This is your chance to obtain your PADI Open Water Diver (OWD) license through a 2-day intensive course at the Ocean Studio facility, which has the only private diving pool on Ishigaki Island. *Please be sure to complete the e-learning by the day before participating in the course. If you do not complete the course by that day, you will be canceled on the same day.

6 rank

Spring sale underway! You can participate from the day of arrival [Okinawa/Main Island] Obtain a diving license! An open water course where you can become a diver in as little as 1.5 days★

M.a.r.i.n.e Factory
Urasoe/Ginowan
54,000 circle 8,888 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!
  • 4.2
  • (3 reviews/testimonials)

This course is for those who are acquiring a diving license for the first time. With the know-how unique to our store, which has been operating exclusively for beginners since our establishment, we are now able to set up courses in a short time and at low prices! With this, you can freely enjoy diving anywhere within the recommended depth of 18m in oceans around the world! <Get your license in easy steps> 3 easy steps

7 rank

[Free transportation from Shibuya] Easy diving license acquisition plan in 1.5 days (maximum diving depth 12m)

Seven Seas Setagaya Main Store
Yokosuka/Miura
17,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (2 reviews/testimonials)

NAUI Passport Diver Program (maximum depth 12m) I want a diving license, but I just want to try it out! A must-see for those who say so! ! This is an easy plan that allows you to obtain a license with one academic session (1-2 hours) and one marine training session. Individuals as well as friends and family are welcome to attend. Please try diving once.

8 rank

"Spring sale underway" [Okinawa Blue Cave] High probability because it is a boat ♪ Trial diving or fun diving ♪ Video & photo gift ♪

Diving shop HIROsea
Blue cave, Onna village
11,000 circle 6,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
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  • 4.9
  • (51 reviews/testimonials)

This is an easy plan that allows you to easily experience the Blue Cave, which is very popular in Okinawa. Our experienced instructors will provide detailed explanations so that even first-timers can enjoy diving safely and securely. ☆It's a boat, so you can move around easily♪ You don't have to walk through 100 difficult steps or rocky areas ♪ ☆ Capture your memories with the latest camera ♪ ☆ Shoot videos with the latest GoPro ♪

9 rank

[Okinawa/Diving License/PADI Open Water Diver] Challenge the lowest price in Okinawa! Free popular GoPro photos & videos! No. 1 in reviews & photo satisfaction

Okinawa Diving Churaumi Goonies
Blue cave, Onna village
49,800 circle 27,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
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  • 5.0
  • (80 reviews/testimonials)

We receive many reservations from customers who say, ``I chose this restaurant based on the quality of the photos and the reviews!'' Thank you very much to all our guests and repeat customers for your reviews and introductions m(_ _)m If you are thinking, "I want to take a diving course in Okinawa!" or "I want to start diving as a hobby in Okinawa!", Okinawa PADI Diving is the place for you. Rai

10 rank

[Nagasaki/Sasebo] Improve support skills, a must-see for divers ☆ Rescue Diver (RED)

Aqua Faith Diving School
Sasebo, Saikai, Kujukushima
62,640 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a rescue diver course where you can acquire the ability to prevent trouble before it happens and learn how to save life in the event of an accident. By taking this course, you will not only increase your awareness of diving safety and be considerate of other divers, but also gain greater confidence as a diver. Divers are welcome to take this course.

*The contents of this article are current as of March 2024.

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