Lembongan gives you a practical setting to earn your first scuba certification: study the theory online, then work through skills with an instructor before heading into open water. The course takes a few days, requires no prior experience, and leads to certification for exploring to 18 meters.
I like two things in particular: the online lessons let you get the bookwork done before your trip, and the four-student limit per instructor gives you a better chance to ask questions and practise at a comfortable pace. The included equipment, lunch, and refreshments also make a full training day easier to manage.
One point to plan around: you need to swim 200 meters without stopping and float for 10 minutes, and the exact training sites are chosen on the day. The course is not a fit if you want a fixed underwater itinerary or are unsure about meeting those water skills.
- Key points to know before you book
- Start with the online lessons, not the water
- Confined-water practice builds your comfort
- Four open-water sessions put the skills to work
- A few days of training, with meals and gear included
- What the price includes, and what to check
- Who will get the most from this course
- Should you book the Lembongan course?
- FAQ
- Do I need scuba experience before taking this course?
- What swimming ability do I need?
- What is the minimum age?
- How many open-water sessions are included?
- What is the maximum group size?
- What languages are available?
- What is included in the course?
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Key points to know before you book
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- Online study comes first: Complete PADI E-learning before the in-water training, so you can focus on skills and safety with your instructor.
- The course has three stages: Knowledge development, confined-water practice, and four open-water sessions.
- Small groups are capped at four students per instructor: That is a useful limit when you are learning new equipment and basic procedures.
- You need basic swimming ability: Participants must swim 200 meters unaided and without stopping, and float for 10 minutes.
- Training runs in several languages: Guides are listed for Chinese, English, Japanese, German, French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Dutch.
- The certification is for a maximum depth of 18 meters: You can use it to explore underwater sites worldwide, subject to the rules and conditions at each location.
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Start with the online lessons, not the water
Who will get the most from this course
This is best suited to beginners who want a formal qualification rather than a brief introductory experience. You do not need prior scuba experience, but you do need to be comfortable in the water and able to meet the swimming and floating requirements. The minimum age is 10.
It may also suit you if you prefer to study at your own pace online and then put the lessons into practice with an instructor. The language options are unusually broad for a small-group course: Chinese, English, Japanese, German, French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Dutch are listed. Confirm your preferred language when arranging the course, since availability on a particular date is not specified.
If you are an experienced certified diver, this is likely the wrong product. It is built around the fundamentals and the requirements for a first certification, not an advanced course or a guided outing for qualified divers.
Should you book the Lembongan course?
Book it if you want a first scuba certification, can meet the swimming requirement, and are willing to spend a few days on lessons and practice. The online study, full equipment, four open-water sessions, and small instructor groups make a solid package for a beginner. The reported approach of Koko, patient and clear about safety, is encouraging, though you should confirm who will teach your dates.
Skip it if you only want a one-time underwater experience, cannot comfortably swim 200 meters, or need fixed sites and a precise daily schedule. Check the meeting point, final price, available language, and practical dates before committing. For a learner ready to work toward a qualification, this course offers a clear path from online theory to an 18-meter certification.
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FAQ
Do I need scuba experience before taking this course?
No. Prior scuba experience and logged sessions are not required.
What swimming ability do I need?
You must be able to swim 200 meters unaided and without stopping, and float for 10 minutes.
What is the minimum age?
Participants must be at least 10 years old.
How many open-water sessions are included?
The course includes four open-water sessions, as well as confined-water training.
What is the maximum group size?
There can be no more than four students per instructor.
What languages are available?
Guides are listed for Chinese, English, Japanese, German, French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Dutch.
What is included in the course?
The listed inclusions are a PADI-certified instructor, full scuba equipment, weights and belt, tanks, mask and snorkel, regulator, buoyancy control device, fins, 3mm wetsuit, confined-water training, four open-water sessions, refreshments, and lunch.
