{"id":259,"date":"2024-03-09T08:34:57","date_gmt":"2024-03-09T08:34:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/?page_id=259"},"modified":"2026-04-15T11:55:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T11:55:51","slug":"padi-diving-courses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/en\/padi-diving-courses\/","title":{"rendered":"PADI Diving Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_section has_dark_background=&#8221;yes&#8221; bottom_separator_type=&#8221;bottom-separator-dark&#8221; full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1726077196638{background-color: #192753 !important;}&#8221;][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;boxed-layout&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;]<ul id=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"breadcrumbs\"><li class=\"item-home\"><a class=\"bread-link bread-home\" href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/en\/\" title=\"Home\">Home<\/a><\/li><li class=\"separator separator-home\"> &gt; <\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>PADI Diving Courses<\/h2>\n<p><em>Isla Tortuga Divers offers the full catalog of PADI scuba diving certifications on Koh Tao, ranging from one-day introductory experiences to advanced specialties. As a 5-Star IDC center, we utilize modern e-learning and small group training to deliver world-class scuba education in a boutique, social environment.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Isla Tortuga Divers offers the full range of PADI diving courses from our popular 1 day <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-buceo-padi\/bautismo\/\">Discover Scuba Diving<\/a> experience to our <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-buceo-padi\/curso-de-aguas-abiertas\/\">Open Water course<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-buceo-padi\/curso-avanzado-de-aguas-abiertas\/\">Advanced course<\/a> and our Pro level courses including <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/nivel-profesional\/curso-de-divemaster-padi\/\">PADI Divemaster<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/nivel-profesional\/curso-de-instructor-de-buceo-padi\/\">Diving Instructor<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We also offer a full range of exciting <span style=\"color: #e9dd2a;\">PADI specialty courses<\/span> that can be taken with a suitable prerequisite qualification.<\/p>\n<p>For customers who want to spend more time diving and have aspirations to pursue a career in scuba diving, we offer extended <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackturtledive.com\/scuba-diving-internship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">scuba diving internships<\/a> ranging from 1 month to 12 months and more.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1318\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1318\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1318 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-diving-course-in-Thailand.jpg\" alt=\"padi diving courses koh tao\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-diving-course-in-Thailand.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-diving-course-in-Thailand-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-diving-course-in-Thailand-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-diving-course-in-Thailand-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1318\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PADI Diving Courses on Koh Tao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Choose PADI for your Diving Course in Thailand<\/h3>\n<p>PADI is commonly accepted to be the global standard for scuba diver training with over 6,500 members worldwide and a successful general standards and teaching philosophy that reaches back over 50 years.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #e9dd2a;\">PADI diving courses<\/span> offer students high standards of training, online elearning and a large community of divers worldwide all sharing a common interest, scuba diving and protecting the marine environment.<\/p>\n<p>All scuba divers have a responsibility to protect the ocean and PADI AWARE educates divers by providing a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-conservacion-marina\/\">marine conservation courses<\/a> such as, Dive Against Debris, <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-conservacion-marina\/curso-de-especialidad-padi-aware\/\">PADI AWARE<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-conservacion-marina\/curso-de-identificacion-de-peces\/\">AWARE Fish Identification<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-conservacion-marina\/naturalista-subacuatico\/\">Underwater Naturalist<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1309\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1309\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1309\" src=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-underwater-adventures-koh-tao.jpeg\" alt=\"Koh Tao Tropical Island Paradise in Thailand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-underwater-adventures-koh-tao.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-underwater-adventures-koh-tao-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-underwater-adventures-koh-tao-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-underwater-adventures-koh-tao-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1309\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Abundant Marine Life<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>A World of PADI Specialty Courses<\/h3>\n<p>PADI offers a wide range of specialty courses to cater to divers of all interests with many popular course choices available.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For the Adventurous Diver<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Deep Diver:<\/strong> Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-especialidad-padi\/buceo-profundo\/\">deeper depths<\/a> up to 40 metres while learning about nitrogen narcosis and decompression procedures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wreck Diver:<\/strong> Dive into history and explore the mysterious world of underwater shipwrecks. Koh Tao offers divers three main <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-especialidad-padi\/buceo-en-pecios\/\">shipwrecks<\/a> to explore.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Nitrox Diver:<\/strong> Extend your bottom times and reduce decompression stops with enriched air <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-especialidad-padi\/aire-enriquecido-nitrox\/\">nitrox specialty course<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Night Diver:<\/strong> Discover a different underwater world at night as you dive into the darkness and find nocturnal creatures that come out at night.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Underwater Navigator:<\/strong> Improve your navigation skills, find your way around and confidently explore new dive sites.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1294\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1294\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1294\" src=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-learn-discover-scuba-diving-koh-tao-in-thailand.jpg\" alt=\"About Isla Koh Tao\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-learn-discover-scuba-diving-koh-tao-in-thailand.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-learn-discover-scuba-diving-koh-tao-in-thailand-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-learn-discover-scuba-diving-koh-tao-in-thailand-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-learn-discover-scuba-diving-koh-tao-in-thailand-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1294\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Custom Dive Boat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Underwater Photographer and Underwater Naturalist<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Digital Underwater Photographer:<\/strong> Capture the beauty of the underwater world through your lens with our level two Underwater Photography specialty course.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fish Identification:<\/strong> Learn to recognize and appreciate the diverse marine life. Know your fish.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Underwater Naturalist:<\/strong> Develop a deeper understanding of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Marine_ecosystem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">marine ecosystems<\/a> and conservation.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1276\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1276\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1276\" src=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-open-water-course-in-koh-tao.jpg\" alt=\"padi open water course in koh tao\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-open-water-course-in-koh-tao.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1276\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PADI Open Water Course<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>For Aspiring Master Scuba Divers<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Peak Performance Buoyancy:<\/strong> Enhance your buoyancy control for a more efficient and graceful dive. <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/cursos-de-especialidad-padi\/dominio-de-la-flotabilidad\/\">Buoyancy<\/a> is the number one skill every diver should be focused on.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Emergency Oxygen Provider:<\/strong> Learn how to administer emergency oxygen to diving incidents.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Search and Recovery Diver:<\/strong> Develop skills for locating and recovering lost or submerged objects.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other Specialty Courses you can choose from include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Boat Diver:<\/strong> Learn essential boat diving skills and safety procedures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Self Reliant Diver:<\/strong> Learn how to dive alone with proper diving equipment<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sidemount Diver:<\/strong> Discover a different way to configure your scuba equipment.<\/p>\n<p>Our extensive PADI course curriculum is only limited by your imagination, area of interest, experience level, and where you plan to dive.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1259\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1259\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1259\" src=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-advanced-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-Thailand.jpg\" alt=\"padi advanced open water course in koh tao\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-advanced-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-Thailand.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-advanced-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-Thailand-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-advanced-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-Thailand-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/islatortugadivers.com-padi-advanced-open-water-course-in-koh-tao-Thailand-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1259\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PADI Advanced Open Water Course<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>PADI: A Leader in Scuba Diving Education<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Global Recognition:<\/strong> PADI certifications are accepted and respected by dive operators and authorities around the world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Comprehensive Curriculum:<\/strong> PADI courses cover a wide range of diving skills and knowledge, from beginner to advanced diver levels.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Emphasis on Safety:<\/strong> PADI places a strong emphasis on safety, ensuring divers are well-prepared for underwater exploration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Instructor Network:<\/strong> With a huge network of qualified <a href=\"https:\/\/idckohtao.com\/padi-instructor-development-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">diving instructors<\/a>, finding a PADI course is easy in most locations around the world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Continuous Development:<\/strong> PADI continually updates its courses and standards to reflect the latest diving practices and technologies.<\/p>\n<p>While there are other reputable diving organisations, PADI&#8217;s extensive experience, global reach, and commitment to diver safety make it a top choice for aspiring scuba divers.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to join our growing community of <a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/\">PADI scuba divers<\/a>, please message us or send a contact form with your areas of interest and we will provide you with all the information you need.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"course-price-wrapper\"><div class=\"bt-course-price\"><a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/en\/prices\/\" class=\"button fasc-button\">BOOK NOW<\/a><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pl-lg sticky-col&#8221;]<div class=\"sticky-sidebar-wrapper\">\r\n                    <div class=\"sticky-sidebar\">[vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=&#8221;sidebar-page&#8221;]<\/div>\r\n                <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710144908747{background: #f2f2f2 url(https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rings.png?id=190) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat 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Point n\u00e9gatif : exp\u00e9rience traumatisante, plusieurs fois r\u00e9p\u00e9t\u00e9e, de retirer le masque sous l'eau. J'ai cru mourir \u00e0 maintes reprises \ud83e\udd23 Je reviendrai quand m\u00eame \ud83e\udd19<\/p>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Lo\u00e9van<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><p>Hicimos el bautismo en koh Tao con Isla Tortuga Diving y quedamos enamoradas de la isla y de la experiencia. Todo el equipo fue encantador y nos divertimos mucho. Sobre todo destacar a George que nos dio toda la confianza necesaria y fue incre\u00edble. Muy recomendable.<\/p>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Laura<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><p>Fuimos recomendadas y, \u00a1que buena recomendaci\u00f3n! Una experiencia de 10 y obligada a hacer en Koh Tao, y muchas gracias a George por su paciencia y por trasmitirnos sus conocimientos gracias a su gran experiencia! Una pena tener el tiempo justo y no poder haber hecho el open! \u2764\ufe0f\u2764\ufe0f<\/p>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Almudena<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><p>This was my first time scuba diving, so I decided to do the PADI open waters certification. I must say, it was the best decision!!<br \/>\nDani was the best teacher, giving you the confidence and the knowledge to do it well!!Thank you to the whole Isla Tortuga team!!<\/p>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Elena<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><div class=\"rHQsDe\">\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dGCoId gyKkFe vq72z\">He hecho el open water con el instructor Antonio, incre\u00edble experiencia y incre\u00edble formaci\u00f3n e instrucci\u00f3n por parte de mi instructor.<\/div>\n<div class=\"gyKkFe JhRJje Fv38Af\">\n<div id=\"ucc-3\" aria-expanded=\"true\">\n<div tabindex=\"-1\">Volver\u00e9 sin dudas!<br \/>\nGracias por todo!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Ricard<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><div class=\"rHQsDe\">\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dGCoId gyKkFe vq72z\">I completed my Advanced Open Water certification with the team at Isla Tortuga, and it was an amazing experience. The group is made up of nice people who truly feel like they are a big family.<\/div>\n<div class=\"gyKkFe JhRJje Fv38Af\">\n<div id=\"ucc-4\" aria-expanded=\"true\">\n<div tabindex=\"-1\">A special thanks to my instructor, @divewithtoni, outstanding teacher, always professional and attentive but also a great friend.<br \/>\nThank you<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Fabio<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><div class=\"rHQsDe\">\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dGCoId gyKkFe vq72z\">Hice dos cursos con una de las mejores instructoras instructoras del buceo que he conocido. Me encant\u00f3 la experiencia. Vimos fauna y flora acu\u00e1tica incre\u00edble. Dulce es sabe mucho, explica bien, tiene paciencia y es encantadora.<\/div>\n<div class=\"gyKkFe JhRJje Fv38Af\">\n<div id=\"ucc-22\" aria-expanded=\"true\">\n<div tabindex=\"-1\">Si vuelvo me preguntar\u00e9 por ella.<br \/>\nMuchas gracias Dulce y gracias por las fotos! \ud83d\ude04<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Sibert<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><div class=\"rHQsDe\">\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gyKkFe JhRJje Fv38Af\">I did the Advanced course, Wreck + Nitrox specialt, Rescue diver and DMC. I couldn't be happier with the school. Thank you for an amazing experience!<\/div>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Louise<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><div class=\"rHQsDe\">\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dGCoId gyKkFe vq72z\">Excelente experiencia!! Estuve alojado en habitaci\u00f3n privada con mi pareja y fue super c\u00f3modo para poder hacer los cursos. Agradecer especialmente a mi instructor Antonio por la buena onda y la ense\u00f1anza paciente y consciente!<\/div>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Agustin<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"item\">\r\n                    <div class=\"single-testimonial\"><div class=\"rHQsDe\">\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gyKkFe JhRJje Fv38Af\">Merci a Alyssa et Max pour cette superbe exp\u00e9rience ! On a pass\u00e9 notre PADI et on a eu l\u2019impression d\u2019\u00eatre entre potes pendant les 3 jours, que du fun et de la d\u00e9couverte. Au plaisir de replonger ensemble un jour<\/div>\n<div class=\"client-name\">Jodie<\/div><\/div>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row-full-width vc_clearfix\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/islatortugadivers.com\/en\/prices\/\" class=\"button center\">Book online<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"section-heading-wrap\" style='max-width: 991px;text-align: center;'><h3 class=\"section-heading\">What to expect<\/h3><h3 class=\"section-subheading\">PADI Open Water Diver Course<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"custom-container\" style=\"max-width:1280px; margin: 0 auto;\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_video_widget wpb_content_element vc_clearfix   vc_video-aspect-ratio-169 vc_video-el-width-100 vc_video-align-left\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_video_wrapper\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"section-heading-wrap\" style='max-width: 991px;text-align: center;'><h3 class=\"section-heading\">PHOTO GALLERY<\/h3><h3 class=\"section-subheading\">Check out these pictures<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"custom-container\" style=\"max-width:1320px; 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As a premier PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center (IDC), we provide a seamless educational path from recreational levels to professional careers.<\/p>\n<p>You can advance through the Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver certifications before entering our world-class PADI Divemaster Internship or Instructor Development Course (IDC) programs, designed for those seeking a global career in the scuba diving industry.\r\n                      <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div><div class=\"accordion-item\">\r\n                    <h3 class=\"accordion-header\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#faq2\" aria-expanded=\"true\">\r\n                        What is included in the price of a PADI diving course at Isla Tortuga Divers?\r\n                    <\/h3>\r\n                    <div id=\"faq2\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse show\" data-bs-parent=\"#faq\">\r\n                      <div class=\"accordion-body\">\r\n                        We believe in transparent, all-inclusive pricing. 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