Details:
Before you arrive
- Check Certification Requirements
- Be at least 10 years old and in good health.
- Book Your Package in Advance
- Secure your PADI dive certification slot early — spots are limited and exclusive.
- Choose between Open Water, Advanced, Divemaster or specialty courses depending on your experience.
- Get Comfortable in Water
- Practice basic swimming and floating skills if you’re a beginner.
- Familiarize yourself with snorkeling or light swimming in a pool.
- Travel Insurance with Dive Coverage
- Ensure your insurance includes dive-related activities.
- Pack Essentials
- Reef-safe sunscreen, biodegradable toiletries
- Swimwear, rash guards, and a reusable water bottle
- Dive logbook (if you have one), GoPro or waterproof camera
- Travel documents, including ID/passport and confirmation of your dive course
While at Katembe Private Island
- Trust Your Instructor
- All our instructors are PADI-certified with deep knowledge of Raja Ampat’s marine biodiversity.
- Ask questions and go at your own pace — it’s your journey!
- Hydrate & Rest Well
- Diving can be physically demanding. Katembe’s eco-luxury setting is perfect for recovery — enjoy healthy meals and relaxing evenings by the sea.
- Respect Marine Life & the Environment
- We practice sustainable diving. Do not touch corals or marine animals.
- Follow our eco-guidelines to help preserve Raja Ampat’s pristine underwater world.
- Enjoy the Island Experience
- Explore nature trails, kayaking, or yoga between dive lessons.
- Soak in the serenity of our eco-resort — reconnect with nature above and below water.
- Dive into Raja Ampat’s Finest Spots
- Your certification journey includes dives in some of the region’s most breathtaking sites.
- From vibrant coral gardens to manta ray cleaning stations — this is a once-in-a-lifetime dive adventure.
After Certification
- Log Your Dives & Celebrate!
- You’ll receive your PADI certification — log your progress and note your favorite sites.
- Plan Your Next Dive Adventure
- Consider an Advanced Open Water or specialty dive course.
- Ask our team for recommendations and exclusive return guest offers.
- Stay Connected
- Join Katembe’s diver community — share your experience on social media and tag us @Katemberajaampat and @katembetourtravel.
- Receive updates on eco-initiatives, conservation programs, and dive events.
