What Can You Do Straight After Your SSI Open Water Certification?
Your SSI Open Water Certification Completing your SSI Open Water Diver course is a huge achievement. In just a few days, you go from never having breathed underwater to becoming a certified scuba diver who can explore the ocean independently with a buddy. At Oceans 5 Gili Air , our SSI Open Water Course is taught over three full days , focusing on comfort, safety, proper buoyancy, and confidence — not rushing through skills just to hand out a certification card. But once you finish your course and celebrate that first big step into the underwater world, many new divers ask the same question: “What can I do next?” The good news is: a lot. And what you choose depends on your goals, your confidence, your budget, and how much time you have on Gili Air. Let’s look at the best options available straight after your SSI Open Water certification. Option 1: Gain Experience with Fun Dives (Up to 18 Meters) For many newly certified divers, the best next step is simply:...
