PADI Divemaster
The PADI Divemaster program is the foundation of a professional diving career. It builds leadership, hands‑on experience and the ability to supervise real diving activities in day‑to‑day dive operations.
You will work directly with instructors and train in a professional environment designed to make you employable. It’s also the ideal preparation for your future PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC).
Anyone can start this professional pathway once the basic prerequisites are met.
Prerequisites:
- Minimum age: 18
- Valid medical statement declaring you “Fit for Scuba Diving”
Professional Course Fees
Check the chart below to find the cost of becoming a Divemaster based on your current certification level.
| Actual Level | Cost to become DM* | Room | Minimum Duration (weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not a diver | $4030 | 8 | |
| Open Water | $2300 | 6 | |
| Advanced | $1840 | 4 | |
| Rescue | $1190 | dorm | 4 |
| Rescue | $1290 | single | 4 |
What is included
- PADI Divemaster Crew Pack
- Accommodation for the minimum duration
What is NOT included
- Equipment rental: $120/month
- PADI fees: $162
- Meals
- Flights
- Airport transfer
- Accommodation if you overstay
*Additional charges may apply if you do not meet the minimum required number of logged dives to start the course.
The Divemaster program is ideal if you want to build experience first and decide later whether to continue toward Instructor level.
