Divologist · PADI Certification Pathway · Tioman Island
PADI Diving Certifications
From your first dive to dive leadership.
Begin or progress your PADI diving journey in Tioman with Divologist — from Open Water to Advanced, Rescue and Divemaster, guided by PADI Instructor Mohammad Lutfi. Tioman intakes run March–November.
Where are you in your diving journey?
- Step 1
Curious
Scuba Tryout — a first underwater experience.
- Step 2
Beginner
Open Water Diver — become a certified diver.
- Step 3
Certified
Advanced Open Water — build confidence & experience.
- Step 4
First-aid ready
Emergency First Response — CPR & first aid.
- Step 5
Safer & aware
Rescue Diver — prevention & problem-solving.
- Step 6
Dive leadership
Divemaster — step into dive leadership.
Compare your next course
Prices are per participant. Reserve with a 70% deposit; the 30% balance follows. Final eligibility is subject to instructor review and the applicable PADI standards.
Scuba Tryout Experience
First-timers who want an introductory underwater experience.
- Age
- 8+ (parental consent & instructor assessment)
- Duration
- Not yet confirmed
Price on request
No certification. Subject to the applicable programme standards.
PADI Open Water Diver
Beginners ready to become certified divers.
- Prerequisite
- No prior certification; swimming, medical & course requirements apply
- Age
- 10+ (Junior or adult pathway)
- Duration
- 3D2N
- Destination
- Tioman
RM 2,370
RM 1,659 deposit (70%) · RM 711 balance
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Certified divers ready to build confidence & experience.
- Prerequisite
- Open Water Diver or qualifying certification
- Age
- Junior & adult rules apply
- Duration
- 3D2N
- Destination
- Tioman
RM 2,370
RM 1,659 deposit (70%) · RM 711 balance
Emergency First Response
Divers & non-divers who want CPR & first-aid skills.
- Prerequisite
- No diving certification required
- Age
- Per programme standards
- Duration
- In-person duration not yet confirmed
RM 550
RM 385 deposit (70%) · RM 165 balance
PADI Rescue Diver
Divers ready to develop prevention, problem-solving & rescue capability.
- Prerequisite
- Applicable prior certification + current CPR/First Aid
- Age
- Junior & adult rules apply
- Duration
- 3D2N
- Destination
- Tioman
RM 1,570
RM 1,099 deposit (70%) · RM 471 balance
PADI Divemaster
Eligible Rescue-level divers preparing for dive leadership.
- Prerequisite
- Rescue Diver + prerequisites; eligibility review required
- Age
- Adult candidate age applies
- Duration
- Minimum one month
RM 5,500
RM 3,850 deposit (70%) · RM 1,650 balance
Entry subject to eligibility assessment. The 3D2N ferry/stay/meal inclusions do not apply.
About this journey
Start or progress your diving journey with internationally recognised PADI certifications, run by Divologist all year round. Pathway: Open Water Diver → Advanced Open Water → Rescue Diver → Divemaster. Available for individuals, couples, families, groups and corporate teams. Pool sessions at Divertainment Dive Center (Lakeview Club, Subang Jaya); open-water dives at Tioman and beyond.
What's included
- PADI eLearning
- PADI certification registration fee
- Instructor-led training by a PADI Instructor
- Standard scuba equipment: tanks, weights & belt, BCD, regulator, standard mask, fins, wetsuit, compass
- Return ferry (3D2N packages)
- Basic shared accommodation (3D2N packages)
- Marine fees (3D2N packages)
- Five scheduled meals — 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 BBQ dinner (3D2N packages)
What's not included
- Prescription mask
- Mainland transport to the ferry terminal
- Personal expenses
- Travel & dive insurance
- Additional dives or nights beyond the standard schedule
- Private / personal room upgrade (subject to availability; additional charge)
Before you enrol
- Scuba Tryout: ages 8+, with parental consent, instructor assessment and the applicable programme standards.
- Open Water: beginner pathway; swimming requirements and a medical questionnaire apply; ages 10+ via the Junior or adult pathway (parental consent for minors).
- Advanced Open Water: Open Water Diver or qualifying certification; medical fitness; junior & adult age rules apply.
- Emergency First Response: no scuba certification required; minimum age and delivery follow the programme standards.
- Rescue Diver: applicable prior certification, current CPR & First Aid/EFR, medical fitness; junior & adult age rules apply.
- Divemaster: adult age, Rescue Diver or qualifying certification, current CPR & First Aid, minimum logged dives, medical clearance and an instructor eligibility review.
Participants below the adult-certification age are handled through the appropriate PADI Junior pathway, with parental consent and age-related limitations. Final eligibility is subject to instructor review and the applicable PADI standards.
Safety
Every course begins with a standard diver medical questionnaire and an honest health declaration; a physician's clearance may be required depending on your answers. Training follows an instructor-led safety briefing, course-specific swimming requirements, and weather and sea-condition assessment. Age and junior-certification restrictions apply per course.
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Your facilitators & guests
Mohammad Lutfi ("Mok")
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
PADI Professional No. 412975 · Head Instructor, Mok Dive Team. Divologist's PADI certification courses are led by Mohammad Lutfi.
Where you'll dive
Tioman Island
Reserve your Tioman intake
Courses from RM 550 · reserve with a 70% deposit.
Tioman intakes run March–November. Choose your course, then talk to our team to confirm the next available date.
Payment, additional training & rescheduling
Reserving your place
Reserve with a 70% deposit; the 30% balance follows. Certification is awarded only after all applicable requirements are successfully completed — attendance or payment alone does not guarantee certification.
Additional training
The package covers the standard scheduled course duration. Certification is awarded only after all performance requirements are completed. If additional training, dives, accommodation, ferry arrangements or instructor time are required, additional charges will apply and will be explained before the extra training is arranged.
Cancellation & rescheduling
All payments are non-refundable. If you're unable to attend your original intake, a rescheduling arrangement may be made within 12 months of the original booking — subject to availability, the Tioman operating season (March–November), instructor confirmation and any applicable fare or package-price difference.
Full cancellation & rescheduling terms →Why participants choose small-group journeys
Small-group journey
Curated, intentional cohort
Certified dive leaders
Guided, safety-first diving
Secure payment
Stripe-protected checkout
See our cancellation policy
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked
Which diving course should I start with?+
Complete beginners start with the Open Water Diver course (or a Scuba Tryout first). Certified divers continue with Advanced, then Rescue and Divemaster.
Can a complete beginner join?+
Yes — the Open Water Diver course is designed for beginners and needs no prior certification.
What is the minimum age?+
Scuba Tryout is from 8+; certification pathways start at 10+ via the Junior or adult pathway. Age rules differ per course — see each course.
What is the Scuba Tryout Experience?+
A guided introductory underwater experience (no certification), for ages 8 and above, subject to parental consent, instructor assessment and the applicable programme standards.
What is a Junior Open Water certification?+
Younger divers (from age 10) certify through PADI's Junior pathway, which carries age-related depth and supervision limitations and requires parental consent.
Is PADI eLearning included?+
Yes — PADI eLearning is included.
Is the PADI certification registration fee included?+
Yes — the PADI certification registration fee is included.
Where does the training take place?+
Open-water training runs on Tioman Island. Any theory or confined-water sessions are arranged separately where applicable.
When are the Tioman intakes?+
Tioman intakes run from March to November. Contact us for the next available date.
What equipment is included?+
Standard scuba equipment: tanks, weights and weight belt, BCD, regulator, standard mask, fins, wetsuit and compass.
Is a prescription mask included?+
No — a prescription mask is not included.
Are ferry tickets included?+
Yes — a return ferry is included on the 3D2N Tioman packages.
What accommodation is included?+
Basic shared accommodation is included on the 3D2N Tioman packages.
Can I request a private room?+
A private or personal room may be available as an add-on, subject to availability and an additional charge.
Which meals are included?+
Five scheduled meals on the 3D2N packages: two breakfasts, one lunch, one dinner and one BBQ dinner.
Are marine fees included?+
Yes — marine fees are included on the 3D2N Tioman packages.
What swimming skills are required?+
Swimming and water-comfort requirements apply and are confirmed per course and PADI standards.
Do I need medical clearance?+
You'll complete a diver medical questionnaire; a physician's clearance may be required depending on your answers.
Who is the instructor?+
Mohammad Lutfi ("Mok"), a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (PADI Professional No. 412975).
Is certification guaranteed within 3D2N?+
No. The package covers the standard scheduled duration; certification is awarded only after all applicable requirements are successfully completed.
What if I need additional training?+
If additional training, dives, accommodation, ferry arrangements or instructor time are required, additional charges apply and are explained before the extra training is arranged.
Is the 70% deposit refundable?+
All payments are non-refundable, but a rescheduling arrangement may be possible — see the rescheduling answer.
Can I reschedule?+
Yes — within 12 months of the original booking, subject to availability, the March–November Tioman season, instructor confirmation and any applicable fare or package-price difference.
What happens if weather affects the course?+
The schedule may change according to weather and sea conditions. Safety comes first, and we'll work with you on the arrangements.
What are the prerequisites for Advanced Open Water?+
An Open Water Diver or qualifying certification, plus medical fitness. Junior and adult age rules apply.
Is EFR required before Rescue Diver?+
Rescue Diver requires current CPR and First Aid training, such as Emergency First Response. We'll confirm your status before enrolment.
What are the Divemaster requirements?+
Rescue Diver (or qualifying certification), current CPR and First Aid, minimum logged dives, medical clearance and an instructor eligibility review. Entry is by assessment.
Can families join?+
Yes — families can join, with the age and junior-pathway rules applied per participant.
Can corporate or private groups arrange an intake?+
Yes — talk to our team to arrange a private or corporate intake.
Can divers certified by another agency enrol?+
Yes — divers with a qualifying certification from another recognised agency can usually continue. We'll confirm your level first.
What happens after I pay?+
You'll receive your booking confirmation, PADI eLearning access, the diver medical questionnaire, and onboarding details including packing, ferry and accommodation guidance.
How do I speak to the instructor before booking?+
Message us on WhatsApp and we'll help you choose the right course before you reserve.
Your diving journey can start here.
Whether you're taking your first breath underwater, building confidence as an Advanced Diver or preparing for dive leadership, we'll help you find the right next step.